Section IV

Automotive Technology Program

3.1.1 System Guidelines

None.

3.1.2 College Guidelines

3.1.2.1 Jefferson Community and Technical College

For admission to any dealer or company-affiliated specialty programs in Automotive Technology, students must meet dealer specified criteria as well as KCTCS admissions policies.

3.1.2.2 Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Enrollment in the Automotive Technology Program may be limited because of available laboratory facilities, as well as limited faculty and financial resources.

Technical Standards

In order to be considered for admission or to be retained in the program, all applicants should possess

1. sufficient visual acuity to perform diagnosis on and repair of automobiles;
2. sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication and for diagnosis and repair of automobile engines;
3. sufficient gross and fine motor coordination necessary for the manipulation of equipment;
4. sufficient communication skills (speaking, reading, writing) to interact effectively with others in training sessions and in automotive repair facilities; and
5. sufficient intellectual and emotional capacity for effective functioning in training sessions and in automotive repair facilities.

Admissions Committee

Selection of students for the Automotive Technology Program will be made by the President of the College or the President's designee, after considering the recommendations of an Admissions Committee, which is to be appointed for this purpose. College membership on this committee shall consist of the following:

• Admissions Officer
• Technical Faculty member
• Automotive Technology Program Coordinator
• Three members at large, to include a counselor and a general education faculty member
• Division Assistant Dean

Terms for the technical faculty member and three at-large members are to be two- year, staggered terms.

In order to be considered by the Admissions Committee, each applicant for the fall semester must submit the following credentials by March 1st for the admitting fall semester and if applicable, by October 1st for the admitting spring semester. The college may extend this date due to extenuating circumstances.

1. An application for admission to the college;
2. An official high school transcript indicating the applicant has completed or will complete an approved four-year high school curriculum or a passing GED official score report and official transcripts of all postsecondary education, if applicable;
3. The ACT or placement score report showing the student has met the minimum KCTCS requirements for the program; and 
4. A completed documentation packet for automotive technology.
5. A pre-admission conference with the Coordinator or the Coordinator's designee is required prior to an applicant's consideration by the Automotive Technology Committee;
6. Evidence of attendance at one pre-admission conference documented on the pre-admission verification form.

Preference

Preference will be given to:

1. Kentucky residents and applicants within the KCTCS service area.
2. Applicants who are area center or KCTCS transfer students or have dual/transfer/articulated credit.
3. Applicants who have completed a technical program with a diploma or degree from BCTC and wish to enroll into the Automotive Technology program at the next available date after completion of the previous credential.
4. Applicants who have completed at least 12 credit hours of post-secondary education (non-remedial) with a 2.4 or higher grade point average (on a 4.0 scale).
5. Applicants who have completed an industry practicum or shadowing program (sixty hour minimum).
6. Applicants with industry work experience (minimum six months, as outlined by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence [ASE]).
7. Applicants who have a valid driver's license.
8. Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test Score Report Optional. 

3.1.2.3 West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Enrollment in the Automotive Technology Program may be limited because of available laboratory facilities, as well as limited faculty and financial resources.

Technical Standards

In order to be considered for admission or to be retained in the program, all applicants should possess

1. sufficient visual acuity to perform diagnosis on and repair of automobiles;
2. sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication and for diagnosis and repair of automobile engines;
3. sufficient gross and fine motor coordination necessary for the manipulation of equipment;
4. sufficient communication skills (speaking, reading, writing) to interact effectively with others in training sessions and in automotive repair facilities;
5. sufficient intellectual and emotional capacity for effective functioning in training sessions and in automotive repair facilities.

Admission to the Program

Selection of students for the program will be made by the President of the College or the President’s designee, after considering the recommendations of an Admissions Committee, which is to be appointed for this purpose. Membership on this committee shall be from the college as follows:

• Admissions Officer and/or Counselor
• Automotive Technology Program Coordinator
• Technical Faculty Member
• Division Head
• General Education Faculty Member

Terms for the technical faculty member and the general education faculty member are to be two-year, staggered terms.

To be considered for admission into the Automotive Technology Program, each applicant must submit the following credentials by April 1 for fall semester admission and, if applicable, by October 1 for spring semester admission. The college may extend this date due to extenuating circumstances.

1. Application for admission to the college.
2. Official high school transcript indicating the applicant has completed or will complete an approved four-year high school curriculum or a passing GED official score report and official transcripts of all postsecondary education, if applicable.
3. The ACT or COMPASS score report showing the student has met the minimum KCTCS requirements for the program.
4. Have attended a pre-admission conference session to discuss technical standards and program requirements.

Preference

Preference will be given to:

1. Kentucky residents and applicants within the KCTCS service area.
2. Applicants with an ACT composite score of 20 or above or COMPASS score in Math Algebra Domain 35, Reading 84, and English 75;
3. Applicants who have completed the program required general education courses with a grade of “C” or better;
4. Applicants who have completed at least 12 credit hours of post-secondary education (non-remedial) with a 2.5 or higher grade point average (on a 4.0 scale);
5. Applicants who are Kentucky TECH Area Technology Center or KCTCS transfer students or have dual/transfer/articulated credit in program required courses;
6. Applicants with industry work experience (minimum six months, as outlined by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence [ASE]). Documentation must be a letter from the individual’s employer/supervisor to include job responsibilities and length of employment;
7. Applicants who have a valid driver's license.

Program Retention Requirements

Progression in the Automotive Technology program is contingent upon achievement of a grade of "C" or better in each general education and technical course and maintenance of a 2.5 cumulative grade point average or better (on a 4.0 scale).