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General Motors
Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP)

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Scott Main, Instructor

Office:	Room 2153
Hours:	By appointment
Phone:	206-546-4784
E-mail:	smain@shoreline.edu
Fax:	206-546-7856

A graduate of the General Motors ASEP at Shoreline, Scott Main received GM World Class Technician certification in 2004. In 2003 he was awarded the Instructor of the Year/Technical Award of Merit by the Internat'l Assn of GMASEP. In 2002 he received SCC's Faculty Excellence Award. 2010 marks his 16th year at SCC. Contact Scott for information on the ASEP program.

Overview

This program is a two-year cooperative program that incorporates technical studies on campus for 4 quarters, alternating with 3 quarters at a sponsoring General Motors dealership. Upon completion of this program you will earn a Technical AAAS and numerous General Motors technical certifications that are recognized worldwide.

Get Paid While Learning

Alternating each quarter from classroom instruction to paid dealership training, students learn about the major automobile components and systems, including brakes, suspension, emissions, transmissions, electrical systems, heating and air conditioning, power trains and engine management systems. Students will develop skills in automotive diagnostics, tune-ups and repairs.

Integrated Skills

Students also develop an understanding of automotive service business principles as they apply to the service technician. In their internship placements, students work under the guidance of a master technician at a sponsoring General Motors Dealership. These paid internships give students the opportunity to integrate their learning and further develop their skills in service technology.

Career Opportunities

The placement rate for this program is 100%. Upon completion, graduates are hired by their sponsoring dealership. Demand for dealer-trained technicians should remain strong over the next decade.

Planning Guide: GM-Automotive Service Educational Program Associate in Applied Arts & Sciences Degree (A.A.A.S.)

What you need to be accepted into the GMASEP program:

Instructor permission
Minimum COMPASS test scores for Pre-Algebra (35-54), Writing (79-100), Reading (85-100) or placement into ENGL& 101
Automotive Skills tests
Valid Driver's License
Proof of insurability
Many dealers require drug testing
Instructor interview

Program Costs: (approximate quarterly costs)

Tuition	Check current Tuition Table
Parking Fee	$15
Tools & Equipment	$4000
Uniform Fee	$50
Add'l Instructional Fees	$25-$85
Books	Costs vary widely; average $200

Links:
GM ASEP Program
General Motors

Enrollment:
Winter, Fall

Program Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to:

Apply fundamentals of automotive service training, including the basics of automotive diagnostics and repair, pre-delivery inspection and warranty repair procedures.
Identify, inspect, disassemble and assemble basic components of automotive power plants.
Apply knowledge of the function, construction, operation troubleshooting and service of disc, drum and ABS brake systems, steering, suspension and wheel alignment.
Use electronic engine analyzers and scanners to test and tune ignition, fuel injection, and emission systems.
Apply understanding of electrical principles, semi-conductors, microprocessors and wiring diagrams to diagnose and repair malfunctions of automotive electrical systems.
Apply knowledge of the function, construction, operation, troubleshooting and service of front and rear wheel drive manual and automatic transmissions and transaxels.
Test, service and repair heating and air-conditioning systems.

Potential Positions:
General Motors

Service Technician

With additional experience, technicians can become Parts or Service Managers, seek positions in sales, management, or open their own related business. Average salaries for the region range from $50,000 to $52,000, depending on location and the individual's production abilities. For employment outlook, see the U.S. Dept. of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Sample Schedule
Freshman year	Sophomore year
Fall Quarter AUTOT 160 Fund of Auto Serv Training (9 Cr) AUTOT 163 Brakes & Suspension (9 Cr) BUS 102* Business Mathematics -OR- MATH 099* Intermediate Algebra (5 Cr)	Fall Quarter AUTOT 165 Engine Mgmt/Emission Sys (9 Cr) AUTOT 166 Electrical Systems (9 Cr) * Human Relations: See approved list (2-5 Cr)
Winter Quarter AUTOT 291 Coop Dealer Exper I (20 Cr)	Winter Quarter AUTOT 293 Coop Dealer Exper III (20 Cr)
Spring Quarter AUTOT 161 Engine Repair (9 Cr) AUTOT 164 Manu Gear Trains/Transax (9 Cr) ENGL& 101* English Composition I -OR- BUSTC 215* Prof Communications (5 Cr)	Spring Quarter AUTOT 167 Auto Trans/Transaxles (9 Cr) AUTOT 168 Heating and Air Con (9 Cr) * Multicultual Education: See approved list (3-5 Cr)
Summer Quarter AUTOT 292 Coop Dealer Exper II (20 Cr)	Summer Quarter AUTOT 294 Coop Dealer Exper IV (20 Cr)