In addition to the general education requirements, the associate
degree in automotive technology is designed to prepare students
for employment in modern automotive service and repair. Technical
instruction includes lecture and lab experiences in a variety of
automotive subjects which students may select according to their
interests. Employment opportunities are available at dealerships,
independent shops, and fleet services for both domestic and import
vehicles.
Course Requirements:
AUTO 102
| Introduction to Automotive
| 3
|
Plus 25 units selected from the following:
AUTO 111
| Engine Repair
| 5
|
AUTO 112
| Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
| 4.5
|
AUTO 113
| Manual Drive Train and Axles
| 4.5
|
AUTO 114 or 114A & 114B
| Suspension and Steering
| 4.5
|
AUTO 115 or 115A & 115B
| Brakes
| 4.5
|
AUTO 116
| Electrical Fundamentals
| 5
|
AUTO 117
| Heating and Air Conditioning
| 5
|
AUTO 118
| Engine Performance
| 5
|
AUTO 119
| Light Vehicle Diesel Engines
| 3
|
AUTO 185
| Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Smog Inspector
Training I
| 5
|
AUTO 186
| Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Smog Inspector
Training II
| 2
|
AUTO 187
| BAR Specified Diagnostic and Repair
| 5
|
AUTO 190
| Automotive Manufacturer Specific I
| 2
|
AUTO 191
| Automotive Manufacturer Specific II
| 3
|
AUTO 200
| Automotive Service Advising
| 3
|
AUTO 216
| Electrical Systems
| 5 |
AUTO 260
| Introduction to Electric Vehicles
| 4
|
AUTO 283
| Automotive Diagnositc
| 3 |
| AUTO 284 | Automotive Emerging Technologies
| 3 |
| AUTO 285 | Hybrid Vehicles | 3 |
| AUTO 287 | Alternative Fuels | 3
|
Total Units: 28
