Fuel your future with motorsports technology.

At Alfred State, you’ll prepare for an exciting career in the high-speed world of racing through 1,800 hours of classroom and hands-on training, ranked #2 among Northern Regional Colleges (US News). The Motorsports Technology AOS gives you real-world experience working on race vehicles, earning ASE certifications, and building the advanced skills needed for success in motorsports and high-performance automotive industries.

2 Years Associate in Occupational Studies

Pioneer Quotes:

"You will receive hands-on experience that will last a lifetime." -Ryan Valle, '16

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Program Details

Courses You May Take

AUTO1109: Brakes, Steering & Susp Sys

Credits: 0-9

This course is designed to train students in the service and diagnosis of: automotive brake systems, suspension systems, vehicle alignment, tire changing, tire balancing, and vibration diagnosis.

AUTO1169: Auto Electric, Fuel & Emission

Credits: 0-9

This course begins with instruction on basic electrical theory and progresses through the operation and diagnosis of many of the advanced electrical and electronic systems used on modern vehicles. Topics covered include: basic electrical theory, circuit design, common electrical components, fuel, ignition, emission control and electronic engine controls systems.

AUTO3409: Engine Service

Credits: 0-9

Theory of operation and repair procedures of gasoline engine valve systems, crankshaft and bearings, connecting rods, cylinders, and pistons, diagnosis of engine malfunctions repair procedures, cooling system repairs and diagnosis, cylinder boring, piston pin fitting, connecting rod reconditioning, valve guide resizing and replacement, valve seat replacement, and other machine work and service procedures.

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Entrance Requirements

Recommended

  • Algebra

Technical Standards

Students in this degree program must be able to participate fully and safely, with or without reasonable accommodation, in all classroom and laboratory experiences required for completion of the program. Students in this degree program should be able to:

  1. Lift 50 pounds to industry standard automotive lift height
  2. Effectively communicate with a person six (6) to ten (10) feet away.
  3. Visually decipher small images on a monitor or digital display.
  4. Distinguish sounds associated with mechanical failures.
  5. Comprehend written information found in service repair resources.
  6. Possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license.
  7. Function in a safe manner, not placing themselves, faculty, staff, other students, or property in jeopardy.
  8. Appropriately and safely use standard laboratory equipment, materials, and instrumentation to include possession of fine motor skills and mobility.

MEET OUR FACULTY

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Brad Smith Associate Professor and Department Chair

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You've seen our wide variety of majors at Alfred State, our great faculty who help you build your skills, and that you can do it at an incredible low cost. Now's the time to become an Alfred State Pioneer.