A.A.S. Power Technology

The A.A.S. in Power Technology has emphasis areas in Automotive, Diesel and USCG Documented Marine Oiler.

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DEGREE REQUIREMENTS (2009-2010 CATALOG)

Minimum credit hours 60-65
General Requirements 16
Written Communication Skills
ENGL S111 Methods of Written Communication 3
Select one from the following (3 credits)
ENGL S211 Intermediate Composition: Writing About Literature 3
ENGL S212 Technical Report Writing 3
Oral Communication Skills
Select one from the following (3 credits)
COMM S111 Fundamentals of Oral Communications* 3
COMM S235 Small Group Communication & Team Building* 3
COMM S237 Interpersonal Communication* 3
COMM S241 Public Speaking* 3
*Grade C or better
Computational Skills
MATH S105 Intermediate Algebra (or higher) 4
Other Skills
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 S__ Advisor-approved GER* 3-4
*Humanities, mathematics, natural sciences or social sciences course. Course must be at the 100-level or above.
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AUTOMOTIVE EMPHASIS

This degree is a vocational training program for men and women interested in securing employment in automotive technician positions. Graduation can lead to employment in automobile dealerships, fleet service operations, national chain automotive service stores, franchise repair shops, and independent repair shops. Students expecting to gain employment in this industry will need a valid driver's license with a good driving record, and a personal tool box meeting industry standards (contact department for details).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Students will be admitted to the Automotive Emphasis program when they have met all UAS admissions requirements in addition to the following requirements:

  1. Submission of a resume of work experiences and a letter stating why the individual wants to become an automotive technician.
  2. Completion of a pre-admission interview.
Minimum Credit Hours 64
Major Requirements 48
AUTO S102 Introduction to Automotive Technology 3
AUTO S121 Auto Electrical I 3
AUTO S122 Engine Performance I 3
AUTO S131 Auto Electrical II 3
AUTO S140 Auto Engine Repair 3
AUTO S152 Brake Systems 4
AUTO S160 Manual Drive Train and Axles 3
AUTO S162 Suspension and Alignment 4
AUTO S194 Auto Practicum I (1-6 credits variable)* 6
AUTO S202 Fuel and Emission Systems 4
AUTO S222 Engine Performance II 3
AUTO S225 Auto Heating and A/C 3
AUTO S227 Auto Electrical III 3
AUTO S260 Electronic & Automatic Transmissions 3
*6 credit needed to graduate
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DIESEL EMPHASIS

This degree is a vocational training program for men and women interested in securing employment working with various diesel engine applications such as (but not limited to):

Logging equipment Rock crushers
Charter Boats Marine main propulsion
Trucking Sawmills
AC generators/switch gear Tour vessels
Tour buses Marine auxiliary systems
Construction equipment Hydraulic systems
Earth moving machines Mining machines
Cold storage systems  
Minimum credit hours 60
Major Requirements 44
DESL S105 Diesel Fuel Systems 3
DESL S110 Diesel Engines 6
DESL S125 Basic Hydraulics 3
DESL S130 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning 2
DESL S171 Heavy Duty Electrical Systems 3
DESL S180 AC Power Generation 3
DESL S250 Heavy Duty Brakes & CDL Preparation 2
DESL S255 Heavy Duty Suspension and Alignment 2
DESL S260 Heavy Duty Power Trains 3
DESL S261 Marine Auxiliary Systems 3
DESL S262 Marine Auxiliary Systems Lab 2
DESL S263 Marine Transmissions 3
DESL S291 Internship 3
WELD S120 Basic Welding I 3
____ S__ Advisor-approved electives 3
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USCG DOCUMENTED MARINE OILER EMPHASIS

This USCG DOCUMENTED MARINE OILER A.A.S. Degree is for both men and women who want to get the training needed to begin a career in marine transportation (engine room). With successful completion of this program and a written USCG examination, students receive a USCG Merchant Marine Document (MMD Z-card) with an OILER endorsement, which qualifies them for employment in the engine rooms of large U.S. flagged vessels anywhere in the world. OILER is the "qualified" entry level position in the engine room which has a career path that culminates in the chief engineer's position. Program graduates can expect to find employment with the state ferry system, private ferries, cruise ships, seafood processors, tug boats, or any other large sea going vessels. This degree incorporates a 120 day (1440 hour) internship at sea as part of the requirements.

Incoming students will have to pass a USCG background check, drug screen, and physical agility exam during the first semester. They will also have to pass a complete physical exam prior to getting the Oiler Z-card. English and mathematics placement exams are also required in the first semester.

Minimum Credit Hours 61
Major Requirements 45
DESL S105 Diesel Fuel Systems 3
DESL S110 Diesel Engines 6
DESL S125 Basic Hydraulics 3
DESL S130 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 2
DESL S171 Heavy Duty Electrical Systems 3
DESL S180 AC Power Generation 3
DESL S261 Marine Auxiliary Systems 3
DESL S262 Marine Auxiliary Systems Lab 2
DESL S263 Marine Transmissions 3
DESL S291A Alaska Marine Highway Oiler Internship (1440 hrs.) 12
MT S129 Basic Safety Training 2
WELD S120 Basic Welding 3
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CONTACT INFORMATION

University of Alaska Southeast
Office of Admission
11120 Glacier Highway
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Ph: 907-796-6100
Ph: 877-465-4827 ext. 6100 (toll free)
Department Website: www.uas.alaska.edu/career_ed
Email: admissions@uas.alaska.edu