An associate degree in Transportation Technology provides a strong foundation in automotive and diesel mechanics. Through this program, students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills, preparing them for further study or careers in the field. This degree nurtures a passion for innovation and a deeper understanding of transportation systems, making it an excellent choice for students interested in exploring careers in the transportation industry but who are not yet ready to specialize in a specific area.
Apply Now| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | 34-36 credits | |
| Elective Credits | 17-21 credits | |
| Meta-major Requirements | 5-7 credits | |
| Choose 5-7 credits from this list: | ||
| AUTO 1002 | Intro to Automotive Technology II | 3 |
| DMT 1002 | Intro to Diesel Technology II | 3 |
| Any 2000-level AUTO class | 2-4 | |
| Any 2000-level DMT class | 2-4 | |
| Total | 60 credits | |
While we recommend that Transportation Technology students earn the Associate of Science (AS), an AA is also available. The Associate of Arts has the same requirements as the AS but has foreign language requirement of a 1020-level language class. Please see your academic advisor for full details.
The associate degree in Transportation Technology transfers into a variety of bachelor’s degrees at universities, but students will be even more prepared for transfer by choosing a non-meta-major when they are ready. The Transportation Technology meta-major aligns with the following majors
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Literacy | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GNST 1200 | Foundations | 3 |
| Physical Science | 3 | |
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Writing | 3 |
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities | ||
| Life Science with a Lab | 4 | |
| American Institutions | ||
| Foreign Language (1010 level) |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Explorations | ||
| Social Science | ||
| Foreign Language (1020 level) | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Literacy | ||
| ENGL 1010 | Introduction to Writing | 3 |
| Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GNST 1200 | Foundations | 3 |
| Physical Science | 3 | |
| ENGL 2010 | Intermediate Writing | 3 |
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Humanities | ||
| Life Science with a Lab | 4 | |
| American Institutions | ||
| Foreign Language (1010 level) |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Explorations | ||
| Social Science | ||
| Elective | ||
| Elective |
Discover ways you can transfer your credits to some of the following colleges:
For more information on transferring within public colleges and universities in Utah, see UtahTransferGuide.
