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917 - Motorsports Technology (AOS)

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Automotive Trades

College/School

School of Applied Technology

Program Description

This specialization includes 1,800 hours of practical experience and classroom training designed to prepare you for the exciting, fast-paced motorsports field. Our high-tech program includes brake systems, alignment procedures, electronic controls, engine overhaul, and transmission overhaul. Ever dream of learning how to work on real race vehicles alongside industry experts? A major component of our curriculum involves the fabrication and set-up of various types of these incredible machines.

Program Advantages

  • Students may take Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exams.

  • First-year courses are certified by NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Educational Foundation, Inc.).

  • Students successfully completing the motorsports technology program may return for a third year (senior year) in the automotive service technician program and earn a second associate degree

Professional Outlook

Employment and continuing education rate of 83 percent – 83 percent are employed.

OCCUPATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

  • Chassis specialist

  • High performance motorsport technician

  • Crew foreman

  • Pit crew member

  • Engine builder

  • Transmission builder

Continuing Education Opportunities

Alfred State motorsports technology graduates may enter directly into the technology management BBA degree program. Graduates who have credit for freshman composition, statistics, literature, history, and speech may complete the BBA program in two additional years; others may complete the BBA program in two-and-one-half years.

Certification and Licensure

Students may take Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exams.

Office of Accessibility Services

Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact the Office of Accessibility Services by email at oas@alfredstate.edu or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.

Title

Department Chair

Name

Bradley Smith

Email

smithbp@alfredstate.edu