Automotive Technician

2 years, 120 European Credits Transfer Systems (ECTS), Diploma

The program’s language of instruction is Greek

Program’s purpose and objectives:

The Programe Automotive Technician, (2 years study), will provide all the necessary resources to students so as to be directly employed in the automotive service industry which shows a steady demand, as illustrated by the various reports of Human Resources Development Authority (HRDA). The programe also aims to provide students the necessary skills and knowledge required in the field of automotive service industry, which shows a vast change in technology over the past decade. Students will undertake a balance of academic and practical directions that will prepare them for direct employment as automotive technicians. The qualifications they will acquire lays foundations for continuation of their studies for a University Degree.

Intended learning outcomes:

Students who attend the Programe of Automotive Technician will have the opportunity  to:

• Become familiar with the environment of Automotive Technician, and understand its organization and function in a specially designed workshop area.
• Acquire the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to carry out diagnosis and repairs by applying advanced methods.
• Apply the skills acquired (organizational, administrative, technical) for the effective vehicle maintenance.
• Use basic knowledge of thermodynamics to solve technical problems related with engine running and air conditioning system function.
• Acquire basic knowledge of mathematics to solve technical problems.
• Use basic knowledge of computers to solve problems related to the modern digital electronic communication and running of management systems and sub-systems.
• Acquire basic knowledge of machine elements to solve technical problems of powertrain systems.
• Use basic knowledge of mechanics and engineering measurement methods for solving technical problems related with braking, steering and suspension systems.
• Recognize the main electrical components, and make basic electrical measurements on circuits associated with the environment of vehicle technician.
• Be aware of and implement the legislation regarding safety and health at work and operation of workshops.
• Be aware of the modern methodologies and techniques to a wide range of technologies and be able to use modern tools and equipment to solve technical and scientific problems.
• Acquire the necessary skills to prepare feasibility studies on the organization and operation of an automotive workshop.
• Be able to continue their studies in other higher educational institutions for obtaining a University degree.

COMPULSORY COURSES AND ELECTIVE COURSES

SPECIALIZATION ELECTIVE COURSES
(STUDENTS MUCH CHOOSE THREE OF THE FOLLOWING)

*The "Periods per week" devoted for theory teaching are NOT marked with an asterisk (*), while those available for teaching laboratories are marked with an asterisk (*). Example: 2 + 3 * means: 2 periods for teaching theory and 3 periods for teaching laboratory

FREE ELECTIVES

(students must choose two courses offered by any programe of study of the College)

The subject "Free Elective" is any course offered by any programe of study of the College, provided that it is 5 ECTS and the student meets any prerequisites.