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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:
CourseUnitAutomotive Technology 002, Essentials3 OR Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance4Automotive Technology 008, Oxyacetylene-Arc Welding3Plus 30 units selected from the following: Automotive Technology 022, Electronics Fundamentals4Automotive Technology 024, Electrical Systems4Automotive Technology 032, Tune-Up 5Automotive Technology 043, Automatic Transmission Service4Automotive Technology 044, Power Train Service 4Automotive Technology 053, Brakes4Automotive Technology 054, Front Ends4Automotive Technology 062, Air Conditioning & Heating3Automotive Technology 072, General Automotive Engine Service4Automotive Technology 076, Engine Machining 4Automotive Technology 080, Computer Controls3Automotive Technology 081, Fuel Injection Systems3Automotive Technology 082, Automotive Computer Sensors3Automotive Technology 083, Automotive Lab Scopes 3Automotive Technology 085, Smog Check Preparation Update5Electives from Recommended List: (see Below)3Recommended 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:
CourseUnitAutomotive Technology 080, Computer Controls3Automotive Technology 081, Fuel Injection Systems 3Automotive Technology 082, Automotive Computer Sensors3Automotive Technology 083, Automotive Lab Scopes3Automotive Technology 085, Smog Check Preparation Update5 TOTAL 17Chassis 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:
CourseUnitsAutomotive Technology 002, Essentials3
OR Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance4
AND Automotive Technology 008, Oxyacetylene-Arc Welding3
Automotive Technology 053, Brakes4
Automotive Technology 054, Front Ends4
TOTAL 14-15Drive 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:
CourseUnitsAutomotive Technology 002, Essentials3
OR Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance 4AND Automotive Technology 008, Oxyacetylene-Arc Welding 3Automotive Technology 043, Automatic Transmission Service4Automotive Technology 044, Power Train Service 4 TOTAL 14-15Engine 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:
CourseUnitsAutomotive Technology 002, Essentials3OR Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance 4AND Automotive Technology 022, Electronic Fundamentals 4Automotive Technology 024, Electrical Systems4Automotive Technology 032, Tune-Up 5Automotive Technology 062, Air Conditioning & Heating3 TOTAL 19-20Engine 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:
CourseUnitsAutomotive Technology 002, Essentials 3OR Automotive Technology 006, Automotive Maintenance4AND Automotive Technology 008, Oxyacetylene-Arc Welding 3Automotive Technology 072, General Automotive Engine Service4Automotive Technology 076, Engine Machining 4 TOTAL 14-15
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