Automotive Service Technology

About

The mission of the AST Program is to enable the students to obtain a thorough understanding of design, construction, and theory of the operation within the automotive systems and their relationship to the complete automobile.

TCAT Murfreesboro is proud to be a part of the Nissan Technician Training Academy. This partnership provides selected students an opportunity to learn factory-specific training, NISSAN & ASE certifications, and provides apprenticeship opportunities. Click here for more information. 

Schedule: 

Day Classes: Monday - Friday, 7:45 AM to 2:30 PM (12 months) 

Evening Classes:  Monday - Thursday, 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM (12 months)

 

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time
Typical Program Length 12 Months
Clock Hours 1,296
Class Type Day, Night
Credentials Certificate, Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $4,320.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $4,275.00

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Undercar Specialist432Certificate
Automotive Apprentice864Certificate
Automotive Service Technician1296Diploma

Campus Locations

Smyrna Campus
663 Ken Pilkerton Dr
Smyrna, TN 37167

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
AST 0001 - Worker Characteristics
AST 1010 - Braking Systems
AST 1020 - Steering and Suspension
AST 1030 - Heating and Air Conditioning
Second Trimester: 
AST 0002 - Worker Characteristics
AST 2010 - Engine Repair
AST 2020 - Engine Performance
Third Trimester: 
AST 0003 - Worker Characteristics
AST 3010 - Automotive Electrical Systems
AST 3020 - Manual Drivetrain Systems
AST 3030 - Automatic Transmissions

Instructors

Eric Love
615-898-8010 Ext.223
Adam Burlett
615-898-8010 Ext.221
Phillip Sanderson
615-898-8010 Ext.216
John Broughton
615-898-8010 Ext.221

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