Christopher Holley

Christopher Holley serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Automotive Technology at Pennsylvania College of Technology, where he has been a faculty member since 2003. His expertise bridges academic instruction and extensive industry experience from roles at Lexus and Kia.

Education:

• M.S. in Management Information Systems, Southern Polytechnic State University
• B.S. in Information Systems, Kennesaw State University
• A.A.S. in Automotive, North Metro Technical Institute/Floyd College

Research and Professional Focus: Professor Holley specializes in automotive technology education with growing emphasis on electric vehicle systems and sustainable mobility solutions. His recent certifications in battery electric vehicles and advanced diagnostics reflect commitment to evolving industry standards, while his contributions to Mopar and Chevrolet publications demonstrate practical knowledge transfer to automotive communities.

Awards and Certifications:

• 2024 Battery Electric Vehicle Summer Institute Participant
• 2023 EVPro+ Level One certified technician
• ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician
• ASE Automobile Advanced Engine Performance (L1)
• ASE Certified Automotive Exhaust Specialist (X1)
• ASE Certified General Automotive Technician (G1)
• ASE Certified Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
• MACS Certified Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling
• 2011 Pennsylvania College of Technology Excellence in Teaching Award
• 2003 North Metro Technical College Teacher of the Year

Advising and Professional Engagement: While specific student advising details aren't documented, Holley's 20+ years of teaching directly supports automotive technicians through curriculum development. His industry certifications and freelance editorial work for major automotive magazines represent continuous professional development and knowledge dissemination beyond the classroom.