Santa Ana College: Degrees and Certificates for 2006-2007
Automotive Technology Degree (SAC 0272)
The associate degree curriculum in automotive technology is
designed to prepare the student for employment in automotive service and
repair. Technical instruction includes lecture and lab experiences in a variety
of subjects which the student may select according to his/her interests.
Employment opportunities are available in civil service, service stations,
independent garages and dealerships, both domestic and foreign.
Major requirements for the associate in arts or science degree:
| Course | Units |
| Automotive Technology 002, Essentials | 3 |
| OR | |
| Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 008, Oxyacetylene-Arc Welding | 3 |
| Plus 30 units selected from the following: | |
| Automotive Technology 022, Electronics Fundamentals | 5 |
| Automotive Technology 024, Electrical Systems | 5 |
| Automotive Technology 032, Tune-Up | 5 |
| Automotive Technology 043, Automatic Transmission Service | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 044, Power Train Service | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 053, Brakes | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 054, Front Ends | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 062, Air Conditioning & Heating | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 072, General Automotive Engine Service | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 076, Engine Machining | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 080, Computer Controls | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 081, Fuel Injection Systems | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 082, Automotive Computer Sensors | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 083, Automotive Lab Scopes | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 085, Smog Check Preparation Update | 5 |
| Electives from Recommended List | 3 |
Recommended electives:
Automotive Technology 095; Business 170; Mathematics 053; Speech Communication
101.
Advanced Engine Performance Option Certificate (SAC 1997)
The certificate curriculum in advance engine performance is
designed to prepare students for entry into the specialized field of
diagnosing, testing and repairing computer controlled ignition, fuel and
emission systems. It is recommended that students complete the Engine Performance
& Electrical Option Certificate or have an equivalent trade experience.
Major requirements for the certificate:
| Course | Units |
| Automotive Technology 080, Computer Controls | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 081, Fuel Injection Systems | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 082, Automotive Computer Sensors | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 083, Automotive Lab Scopes | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 085, Smog Check Preparation Update | 5 |
|
TOTAL | 17 |
Chassis Service Option Certificate (SAC 1195)
The certificate curriculum in chassis service is designed to
prepare the student for entry into the specialized field of: brake, front
suspension and steering service on both import and domestic vehicles.
Major requirements for the certificate:
| Course | Units |
| Automotive Technology 002, Essentials | 3 |
| OR | |
| Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance | 4 |
| AND | |
| Automotive Technology 008, Oxyacetylene-Arc Welding | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 053, Brakes | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 054, Front Ends | 4 |
| `TOTAL UNITS | 14-15 |
Drive Train Service Option Certificate (SAC 2593)
The certificate curriculum in drive train service is designed
to prepare the student for entry into the specialized field of standard and
automatic transmissions, driveline and differential service and repair on both
import and domestic vehicles.
Major requirements for the associate degree and certificate:
| Course | Units |
| Automotive Technology 002, Essentials | 3 |
| OR | |
| Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance | 4 |
| AND | |
| Automotive Technology 008, Oxyacetylene-Arc Welding | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 043, Automatic Transmission Service | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 044, Power Train Service | 4 |
|
TOTAL | 14-15 |
Engine Performance and Electrical Option
Certificate (SAC 1196)
The certificate curriculum in tune-up and electrical service
engine performance is designed to prepare students for entry into the
specialized field of domestic and foreign automotive tune-up, electrical and
air conditioning service and repair. Advances in electronics have increased the
demand for technical skills and knowledge in this specialized area.
Major requirements for the certificate:
| Course | Units |
| Automotive Technology 002, Essentials | 3 |
| OR | |
| Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance | 4 |
| AND | |
| Automotive Technology 022, Electronic Fundamentals | 5 |
| Automotive Technology 024, Electrical Systems | 5 |
| Automotive Technology 032, Tune-Up | 5 |
| Automotive Technology 062, Air Conditioning & Heating | 3 |
|
TOTAL | 21-22 |
Engine Service Option Certificate (SAC 0297)
The certificate curriculum is designed to prepare students as
engine service helpers and apprentices. Course content includes how to
recondition valves, seals and cylinder walls, assembly of short blocks, and
repair of cracks in heads and blocks. The program will also enable those
already employed in the field to upgrade their skills in engine machining and
overhaul.
Requirements for the certificate:
| Course | Units |
| Automotive Technology 002, Essentials | 3 |
| OR | |
| Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance | 4 |
| AND | |
| Automotive Technology 008, Oxyacetylene-Arc Welding | 3 |
| Automotive Technology 072, General Automotive Engine Service | 4 |
| Automotive Technology 076, Engine Machining | 4 |
|
TOTAL | 14-15 |
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