Automotive Mechanics
These skills certificates can provide the foundation for first-time, entry-level technician jobs or for advancement. Each course has a lab and classroom component to help students master skills, as well as prepare for Automotive Service Excellence certifications in each area.
Third-party industry-recognized credentials can be earned throughout the program.
A fee is associated with most exams.
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive Transmission/Transaxle | 14 Units | |
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to General Mechanics | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Auto Electricity & Electronics I | 4 |
| AUTO 205 | Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 3 |
| AUTO 210 | Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles I | 3 |
| OSH 222 | General Industry Safety | 1 |
| Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning | 11 Units | |
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to General Mechanics | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Auto Electricity & Electronics I | 4 |
| AUTO 160 | Auto Air Conditioning and Heating | 3 |
| OSH 222 | General Industry Safety | 1 |
| Automotive Brakes | 12 Units | |
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to General Mechanics | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Auto Electricity & Electronics I | 4 |
| AUTO 145 | Automotive Brakes | 4 |
| OSH 222 | General Industry Safety | 1 |
| Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems | 12 Units | |
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to General Mechanics | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Auto Electricity & Electronics I | 4 |
| AUTO 117 | Advanced Auto Electronics | 4 |
| OSH 222 | General Industry Safety | 1 |
| Automotive Steering and Suspension | 12 Units | |
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to General Mechanics | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Auto Electricity & Electronics I | 4 |
| AUTO 155 | Steering & Suspension | 4 |
| OSH 222 | General Industry Safety | 1 |
| Automotive Engine Performance | 12 Units | |
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to General Mechanics | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Auto Electricity & Electronics I | 4 |
| AUTO 225 | Engine Performance I/Fuel & Ignition | 4 |
| OSH 222 | General Industry Safety | 1 |
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