Race Car Technology
Associate Degree in Applied Science
What You’ll Learn
Studying Race Car Technology at Forsyth Tech provides hands-on training for careers in the racing industry. Learn to assemble engines, test performance using dynamometers, and construct race car chassis and bodywork. Specialize in transmission or rear gear systems, and gain valuable experience as an engine tuner or pit crew member. Prepare for exciting roles as an engine technician or fabricator and gain the skills needed to excel in this fast-paced and competitive field.
Outcomes
- Engines
- Chassis
- Fabrication
- Welding
- Tuning
- Dynamics
- Data Analysis
- Pit Crew
Curriculum & Class Schedule
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
Disclaimer line: This is a suggested list. You will consult with an academic advisor to develop your exact curriculum, based on your interests and any credits you may already have obtained prior to arriving at Forsyth Tech.
ENG 115: Oral Communication
Credit Hours: 3
MAT 110: Mathematical Measurement and Literacy
RCredit Hours: 3
RCT 110: Introduction to Racing
Credit Hours: 2
RCT 121: Race Car MIG Welding
Credit Hours: 3
RCT 250: Racing Chassis Fab I
Credit Hours: 4
ENG 110: Freshman Composition
RCredit Hours: 3
RCT 231: Race Car TIG Welding
Credit Hours: 4
RCT 257: Racing Chassis Fab II
Credit Hours: 5
WLD 110: Cutting Processes
Credit Hours: 2
MEC 111: Machine Processes I
Credit Hours: 3
RCT 152: Racing Set-Up I
Credit Hours: 4
RCT 182: Engine Dyno I
Credit Hours: 3
HUM 110: Technology and Society (Global)
Credit Hours: 3
RCT 115: Race Engines Fundamentals
Credit Hours: 4
RCT 131: Racing Man/Trans/Pwtrains
Credit Hours: 3
RCT 259: Racing Set-Up II
Credit Hours: 5
CIS 111: Basic PC Literacy
Credit Hours: 2
PSY 118: Interpersonal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
RCT 251: Engine Dyno II
Credit Hours: 3
RCT 252: Racing Engine Preparation
Credit Hours: 5
WBL 111: Work-Based Learning I
Credit Hours: 1
Legend:
AComprehensive Articulation Agreement (This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.)
LLocal Requirement
IInstructional Service Agreement
UUniversal General Education Transfer Component (UGETC)
GGlobal Distinction
RRequisite(s)
- Race Team Mechanic
- Motorsports Technician
- Race Engineer
- Fabricator
- Dyno Technician
- Motorsports Journalist
Visit us today!
Forsyth Tech’s Transportation Technology Center is located at:
4255 N Patterson Ave,
Winston-Salem, NC 27105