Ford ASSET

Ford ASSET — short for Automotive Student Service Educational Training – is an intensive program that trains students to work as professional automotive technicians. Students in this program learn to work on Ford products in ASE-certified centers. The training includes instruction on engines, fuel management, electronics, transmission/transaxles, brake systems, and air conditioning. Students are sponsored by an authorized Ford or Lincoln dealership, where they will spend part of their training. Renton Technical College is the only school in Washington state offering this program.

Enrollment Point: Fall

Certificate of Completion:

N/A

Associate of Applied Science:

8 Quarters

131 Credits

AAS - Transfer:

N/A

Bachelor of Applied Science:

N/A

All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Median Salary:

$37,100

Projected Growth:

Annual Job Openings:

23,760

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All costs are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Monday - Friday

7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Hours may vary based on specific program requirements. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

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Entry Requirements

Admission Requirements

Minimum age: 18 years at the time of the first dealership internship.
Must take the Accuplacer or ASSET test before entering program or being placed on the pre-registration list.
High school diploma or GED required before graduating.
Able to meet the admission requirements of RTC, the Ford Motor Company, and the sponsoring dealership.
Sponsored by a Ford or Lincoln dealer.
Hold and maintain a valid driver's license.
Insurable to school (good driving record) and sponsoring dealership requirements.
Completion of MATH 075 with a 2.0 GPA or higher, or equivalent on the ACCUPLACER test.

Admission Recommendations

High school level courses in math, science, power, or auto mechanics.
Counselor and instructor interview.

Course Information

Course #	Course Title	Crs
COL 101	College Success	2
INDS 101	First Aid/CPR and AED	2
FAS 101	Safety and Environmental Issues	2
FAS 112	Basic Shop Skills	1
FAS 115	Electrical/Electronic Systems	9
FAS 118	Brake Systems	6
FAS 119	Steering and Suspension Systems	6
FAS 120	Engine Repair	7
FAS 123	Diesel Fundamentals	4
FAS 124	Climate Control Systems	4
FAS 171	Written Communications	3
FAS 191	Cooperative Training I Part A	3
FAS 192	Cooperative Training I Part B	3
FAS 193	Cooperative Training II	7
FAS 216	Manual Transmissions and Drivetrains	8
FAS 217	Automatic Transmissions	8
FAS 223	Engine Performance	12
FAS 227	Emission Certification	2
FAS 294	Cooperative Training III	7
FAS 295	Cooperative Training IV	7
FAS 296	Cooperative Training V Part A	3
FAS 297	Cooperative Training V Part B	5
CMST& 101	Speech Communication	5
AMATH 175	Applied Algebra for Business and Industry	5
PSYC& 100	General Psychology	5
COMP 100	Applied Composition	5
	Total	131

Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcripts and evaluation of course work.

Program Outcomes

Learning Outcomes for Ford ASSET Program

Diagnose and repair vehicles to NATEF and Ford certification standards
Use technical service materials, printed or online, to analyze and determine proper repair procedures for Ford vehicles
Perform warranty repairs using the proper tools and software as per Ford specifications
Troubleshoot vehicle systems using logical, traceable steps that lead to identification of the root cause of malfunction
Communicate effectively in oral or written form within the environment of a Ford dealership
Model professional and ethical behavior in all aspects of automotive repair interactions