Student Learning Outcomes

Students in the AIM Program will be able to:

• Analyze profitability, efficiency and productivity using automotive financial documents and determine an appropriate managerial course of action;

• Manage and implement retail inventory control systems including loss sales reporting, pricing, and benchmarking and distribution systems;

• Recognize and apply proper health, safety, and environmental regulations based on federal and state standards;

• Demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving in the diagnosis and service of automotive systems;

• Effectively communicate concern, cause, correction and confirmation regarding vehicle diagnosis and service to both the technician and/or customer;

• Develop professional writing and oral presentation skills regarding techniques for selling in the automotive industry; and

• Develop employment seeking skills and compile a professional development portfolio commensurate with AIM degree and entry level management positions within the automotive industry.