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Automotive Analysis Certificate

Part Time

This program roadmap represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This roadmap is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Catalog:
2024-25
Total Units:
38

First Year

Semester 1

12 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
Req
AT 100 1
Technical Basics for the Automotive Professional
3
Req
AT 105
Mathematics for Automotive Technology
3
Req
AT 180
Automotive Data Acquisition
3
RC
AT 314 2
Automotive Engine Repair
3

1 or AT 103

2 AT 314 is not part of this certificate, but AT 333 has a prerequisite of AT 314.

Semester 2

10 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
Req
AT 181
Electrical Fundamentals and Multimeter Basics
3
Req
AT 188
Aftermarket Scan Tool Use and Operation
2
Req
AT 189
Digital Storage Oscilloscope Use and Operation
2
Req
AT 330
Automotive Electrical Systems
3

Second Year

Semester 3

9 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
Req
AT 331
Advanced Automotive Electrical Systems
3
Req
AT 333
California State Smog Check Inspector Training
6

Semester 4

7 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
Req
AT 332
Engine Performance & Electronic Engine Controls
6
RE
AT 298
Work Experience in Automotive Technology
1
Explanation of Categories
Req Required Core A course that is required for this program
RC Recommended Course A course that is not part of this program but is included in its roadmap
RE Restricted Elective A course selected from a list of elective courses specified for this program in the course list in the catalog, which can be replaced with another course from the same list

Career path

Career Options:

  • Drivability Service Technician
  • Smog Check Technician

Scheduling Notes:

  • AT 332 is offered in the fall.
  • AT 181, 188, and 189 are offered occasionally. See the course schedule for their availability.

Other Notes:

  • An internship (AT 298) is required as it opens up potential employment opportunities. Students can earn at least 1 unit for related paid or unpaid work experience including volunteer and internship positions through AT 298.  See the Work Experience website for more information.

Published April 13, 2024

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