Automotive and Hybrid Technology - Associate of Applied Science
NMSU Alamogordo 2025-2026 Catalog
A grade of C- or better is required in all courses.
Total Credits Required for Degree: 62
Students must complete all University degree requirements, which include: General Education requirements and elective credits to total at least 62 credits. Developmental coursework will not count towards the degree requirements and/or elective credits, but may be needed in order to take the necessary English and Mathematics coursework.
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| Select one course from four of the following six content areas for a total of 12-14 credits. 1, 2 | 12-14 | |
| This degree requires courses from Areas I and II; students must select two courses from the remaining areas to complete General Education requirements. | ||
Area I: Communications | ||
| Public Speaking | 3 | |
or COMM 1115G | Introduction to Communication | |
Area II: Mathematics | ||
| College Algebra | 3 | |
or MATH 1130G | Survey of Mathematics | |
Area III: Laboratory Science | ||
Area IV: Social/Behavioral Sciences | ||
Area V: Humanities | ||
Area VI: Creative/Fine Arts | ||
| General Education Elective | ||
| Select one course from any General Education area. 2 | 3-4 | |
| Program Requirements | ||
| AUTO 113 | Automotive Electricity and Electronics PT I | 4 |
| AUTO 114 | Automotive Electricity and Electronics PT II | 4 |
| AUTO 115 | Automotive Engine Repair | 4 |
| AUTO 122 | Automotive Brakes | 4 |
| AUTO 124 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 |
| AUTO 129 | Automotive Steering and Suspension | 4 |
| AUTO 201 | Engine Performance I | 4 |
| AUTO 203 | Engine Performance II | 4 |
| AUTO 205 | Manual Drive Train and Axles | 4 |
| AUTO 206 | Automatic Transmissions | 5 |
| AUTO 208 | Introduction to Alternative Fueled Vehicles | 3 |
| or AUTO 209 | Hybrid Vehicle Service Techniques | |
| OETS 120 | Business Fundamentals | 3 |
| Total Credits | 62 | |
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Each course selected must be from a different area and students cannot take multiple courses in the same area.
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See the General Education Section of the catalog for a full list of courses.
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MATH 1220G College Algebra or MATH 1130G Survey of Mathematics is required for the degree but students may need to take prerequisites to enter the course.
NMSU Alamogordo 2025-2026 Catalog
A Suggested Plan of Study - Automotive and Hybrid Technology
Additional classes may be needed based on placement test results and course prerequisites. Visit with an advisor for help with creating a customized plan.
A grade of C- or better is required in all courses.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| AUTO 113 | Automotive Electricity and Electronics PT I | 4 |
| AUTO 115 | Automotive Engine Repair | 4 |
| AUTO 122 | Automotive Brakes | 4 |
| MATH 1220G or MATH 1130G | College Algebra or Survey of Mathematics | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| AUTO 114 | Automotive Electricity and Electronics PT II | 4 |
| AUTO 124 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 |
| AUTO 129 | Automotive Steering and Suspension | 4 |
| OETS 120 | Business Fundamentals | 3 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
| AUTO 201 | Engine Performance I | 4 |
| AUTO 205 | Manual Drive Train and Axles | 4 |
| AUTO 208 or AUTO 209 | Introduction to Alternative Fueled Vehicles or Hybrid Vehicle Service Techniques | 3 |
| Select one course from Area III, IV, V, or VI (an area not already chosen) 1 | 3-4 | |
| Select one course from any General Education area. 1 | 3-4 | |
| Credits | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| AUTO 203 | Engine Performance II | 4 |
| AUTO 206 | Automatic Transmissions | 5 |
| COMM 1130G or COMM 1115G | Public Speaking or Introduction to Communication | 3 |
| Select one course from Area III, IV, V, or VI (an area not already chosen) 1 | 3-4 | |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Total Credits | 62 | |
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See the General Education Section of the catalog for a full list of courses.