Program Overview
The Maintenance and Light Repair 1 Year Certificate (MLR) program prepares students for entry level employment in the automotive industry and related fields. Areas covered include workplace ethics and safety, routine vehicle maintenance, engine repair, brake installation, tire service, suspension repair and alignment, and minor automotive electrical diagnosis. This certificate meets the ASEEF Maintenance and Light Repair requirements.
Work and Employment
The automotive industry is in perpetual need of technicians. The RVC ATM program provides a steady flow of entry level technicians into the workforce.
Requirements
Course Requirements
| ATM-105 | Introduction to Brake and Chassis System | 3 |
| ATM-106 | Introduction to Automotive Electrical Systems and Powertrains | 3 |
| ATM-107 | Automotive Electronic Fundamentals | 4 |
| ATM-114 | Brakes | 4 |
| ATM-121 | Steering and Suspension | 4 |
| ATM-140 | Engine Diagnosis and Repair | 6 |
Program Sequencing
Term I
| ATM-105 | Introduction to Brake and Chassis System | 3 |
| ATM-106 | Introduction to Automotive Electrical Systems and Powertrains | 3 |
| ATM-140 | Engine Diagnosis and Repair | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Term II
| ATM-107 | Automotive Electronic Fundamentals | 4 |
| ATM-114 | Brakes | 4 |
| ATM-121 | Steering and Suspension | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |