Academics
Automotive Maintenance Technology
As technology and electronics continue to influence the automotive industry, many of St. Louis’ largest car manufacturers, dealerships and repair shops are in need of skilled technicians capable of solving new and complex problems.
To meet this need, Ranken offers an Automotive Maintenance Technology (AMT) program that provides students with the comprehensive knowledge and skills required by leading automotive manufacturers and factories today.
Known for its high standards, the Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company and Babcox Publishing recognized Ranken as one of the top 20 automotive programs in its 2009 National School of the Year Contest. Additionally, our students regularly compete and win top honors at the local, state and district levels of the SkillsUSA (formerly VICA) competition. In 2010, Ranken AMT students won first place in the national SkillsUSA competition.
Associate of Technology, Associate of Science or
Certificate of Technology
Ranken’s AMT program provides students with two years of hands-on training and instruction in diagnosing and repairing automotive problems and malfunctions. Combining traditional and modern industry practices, the program develops student proficiencies in the following areas:
- Engine repair
- Automatic transmission/transaxle
- Manual drivetrain and axles
- Suspension and steering
- Brakes
- Electrical/electronic systems
- Heating and air conditioning
- Engine performance
During the last 40 days of the program, students will gain real-world experience as they participate in an on-site automotive practicum in which they will service and repair customer vehicles.
For students interested in employment with the region’s leading auto manufacturers, Ranken currently offers several options; the General Motors Automotive Service Education Program (ASEP), the Toyota/Lexus Technicians Education Network (T-TEN), and the Honda/Acura Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT). All programs train on late model vehicles and incorporate a professional internship in a dealership or repair shop during the final semester. The GM ASEP program has specific technician training initiatives to assist GM dealers in developing their next generation of technicians. The GM ASEP program offers training for technically inclined students pursuing a career in servicing and maintaining GM vehicles at area Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC or AC Delco Total Service Satisfaction (TSS) service centers.
In Ranken’s Automotive Import Technology (AIT) program all of the training will be focused on import training and curriculum. The program incorporates hands-on training and on-the-job experience at a sponsoring import dealer under the supervision of a mentor technician. Toyota T-TEN program and American Honda’s PACT programs are specifically designed to help individuals build their automotive career within a Toyota, Lexus, Honda or Acura dealership.
Students who wish to pursue a high performance option may do so at the end of their third semester.
AIT (Automotive Import Technology) courses are focused on Toyota T-TEN and Honda PACT specific curriculum and include technology common to all vehicles with an emphasis on import brands.
GMT (General Motor Technology) courses are based on the General Motor Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP), which provides GM specifi c technician training initiatives to assist GM dealers in educating their next generation of technicians.
These programs are designed to better prepare students for equipment that is more brand specifi c than general automotive classes.
Upon completion of the associate degree program, students are eligible for the Bachelor of Science in Applied Management (BSAM) program — and could graduate with a bachelor’s degree in as little as two short years.
Evening Program Certificate in Automotive
Maintenance Technology
This curriculum emphasizes the most modern diagnostic equipment in the automotive maintenance field. Upon completion of the instruction and hands-on experience in diagnosing and repairing automotive problems and malfunctions, students are prepared to enter the job market as entry-level technicians.
The program develops student proficiencies in the following areas:
- Engine repair
- Automatic transmission/transaxle
- Manual drivetrain and axles
- Suspension and steering
- Brakes
- Electrical/electronic systems
- Heating and air conditioning
- Engine performance
Successful completion of all four semesters is necessary to qualify for a certificate. These classes meet on Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
For students interested in furthering their education, these courses can be credited toward the Bachelor of Science in Applied Management (BSAM) degree.
Associate of Applied Science
Ranken is offering an Associate of Applied Science degree as a part of the evening program curriculum. You can earn your associate degree with a combination of Ranken’s standard evening school courses as well as our new online courses. You can also transfer credit from other accredited technical training programs, or have your technical work experience evaluated for possible transfer credit. (30 technical credit hours required for graduation.)
