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Bachelor of Science

Automotive Engineering Technology (B.S.)

Students will apply their knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems. Students will be taught how to employ principles and practical knowledge to demonstrate leadership skills and quality workmanship.
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Automotive Engineering Technology Introduction

The automotive engineering technology program at BYU-Idaho is for students who want a strong foundation in automotive and engineering. You’ll learn the principles of engineering and mathematics before diving into advanced topics like braking systems, diagnostics, computation, and engines. You’ll take everything you learn in the classroom and apply it in hands-on, interactive labs and projects.

As a student in the automotive engineering technology degree, you’ll:

  • Diagnose real problems in automotive engineering and technology 
  • Solve these problems with mathematics, science, engineering, and technology 
  • Use the latest technology and equipment in BYU-Idaho’s automotive facility 
  • Learn the principles of car maintenance, repair, and design 

Highlighted Courses

If you are interested in Automotive Engineering Technology, start with one of the following major-specific courses:
April 03, 2026 01:47 PM
AUTO 131
April 03, 2026 01:43 PM
AUTO 132
November 07, 2025 10:47 AM
ME 172
April 02, 2026 10:45 AM
AUTO 331
April 03, 2026 01:44 PM
AUTO 332
April 02, 2026 10:45 AM
AUTO 481
April 02, 2026 10:46 AM
AUTO 482
April 02, 2026 10:44 AM
AUTO 483
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Graduate Career-Ready

Graduates with a degree in Automotive Engineering Technology have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries

Graduates from this program enter the workforce with exceptional earning potential and competitive starting salaries typically ranging from $70,000 to $190,000. Your advanced technical knowledge and hands on diagnostic skills are highly valued by national employers in engineering support, testing, and validation.

Common Career Paths

You will be prepared for dynamic roles such as a vehicle test engineer, powertrain development specialist, or technical program manager at top tier suppliers like Autoliv and Cummins. This degree equips you to solve complex vehicle problems and lead engineering operations within the motorsports, fleet mobility, and automotive startup industries.

Preparation for Grad School

This major provides the rigorous analytical foundation and applied engineering skills necessary to excel in prestigious Master of Automotive Engineering or Statistical Engineering programs. You will graduate ready to pursue advanced degrees that combine technical expertise with business administration to lead the next generation of global mobility.

AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

AI in Engineering Technology
You will learn to leverage AI powered tools to interpret complex vehicle data and identify system issues during the critical testing and validation phases. Our curriculum empowers you to use artificial intelligence to enhance vehicle performance and support engineering decisions while maintaining a firm commitment to gospel centered ethics and human dignity.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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