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Automotive Mechanics Technology (Ford ASSET) A.S. Degree - Local GE

The Ford Automotive Student Service Education Training (ASSET) Program is a two-year Associate\'s Degree program in Automotive Mechanics Technology. This program is designed to help students develop the skills necessary to efficiently and accurately maintain, diagnose, and service/repair all major systems of the automobile. Please refer to the Program Handbook for more information. Only students enrolled in the ASSET Program can enroll in Ford ASSET courses.

Total Units:
80

First Year

Semester 1

16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
AMT 133
Ford ASSET Practicum One
3
F, S, Su
AMT 370
Ford ASSET Automotive Fundamentals and Dealership Practices
4
F
AMT 371
Ford ASSET Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems
3
F
AMT 372
Ford ASSET Automotive Brake Systems
3
F
CRC Area 1A-English Composition 1
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CRC Area L1A

1 Suggestion: ENGWR 341 Intro to Technical & Professional Writing.

Semester 2

18 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
AMT 134
Ford ASSET Practicum Two
3
F, S, Su
AMT 374
Ford ASSET Automotive Suspension and Steering
3
AMT 371
S
AMT 375
Ford ASSET Automotive Wheel Alignment
3
AMT 371; Co-req: AMT 374
S
AMT 376
Ford ASSET Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning
3
AMT 371
S
CRC Area 2-Mathematical Concepts & Quantitative Reasoning 1
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CRC Area L2
CRC Area 6-Ethnic Studies
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area L6

1 By the 1 year point students must have MATH Area 2 completed and be eligible for ENGL C1000/ENGWR 341. Students who do not meet these requirements will be unable to continue into year 2 of the program.

Summer-between year 1 and 2

9 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
AMT 130
Ford ASSET Advanced Automatic Transmission Diagnosis
1.5
Su
AMT 378
Ford ASSET Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
3
AMT 371
Su
AMT 379
Ford ASSET Automotive Engine Repair
3
AMT 371
Su
AMT 385
Ford ASSET Automotive Manual Drive Train and Axles
1.5
AMT 371
Su

Year 2

Semester 3

19 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
AMT 135
Ford ASSET Practicum Three
3
F, S, Su
AMT 381
Ford ASSET Electronic Engine Control
4
AMT 371
F
AMT 382
Ford ASSET Gasoline Engine Performance
3
AMT 371
F
AMT 383
Ford ASSET Advanced Gasoline Engine Performance
3
AMT 371
F
CRC Area 1B-Oral Communication & Critical Thinking
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area L1B
CRC Area 4-Social & Behavioral Sciences
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area L4

Semester 4

18 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
AMT 131
Ford ASSET Diesel Engine Performance
3
AMT 371
S
AMT 136
Ford ASSET Practicum Four
3
AMT 137
Ford ASSET Advanced Electronics
3
AMT 138
Ford ASSET High Voltage Vehicle Systems
3
CRC Area 3-Arts & Humanities
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area L3
CRC Area 5-Natural Sciences
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area L5

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available (P) = partially online

Career Options/Outlook:

Master mechanics repair virtually any part on the vehicle or specialize in the transmission system. Tasks include test-drive vehicles and test components/systems using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices; test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers’ performance specifications; repair, reline, replace, & adjust brakes; review work orders and discuss work with supervisors; confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and to discuss work to be performed. 

A sample of reported job titles:

ASE Master Mechanic (Automotive Service Excellence Master Mechanic), Auto Technician, Automotive Drivability Technician, Automotive Mechanic (Auto Mechanic), Automotive Service Technician, Certified ASE Master Automotive Technician (Certified Automotive Service Excellence Master Automotive Technician), Master Automotive Technician, Master Technician, Mechanic, Transmission Rebuilder

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

6,900

Projected job openings in California (2020-2030):

4% growth

Median Salary in California (2021):

$50,740/yr

Source:

https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3023.00

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

Transfer note:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

This program map also meets the requirement for:

the Certificate of Achievement in:

Automotive Transmission/Transaxles (Ford ASSET)

Automotive Brakes (Ford ASSET)

Automotive Electrical Systems (Ford ASSET)

Automotive Engine Performance (Ford ASSET)

Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning (Ford ASSET)

Automotive Mechanics Technology (Ford ASSET)

Automotive Suspension & Steering (Ford ASSET)

Manual Drive Train & Axles (Ford ASSET(

the Certificate of Proficiency in:

Automotive Engine Repair (Ford ASSET)

About this map:

This program map 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 map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2025-2026

Published May 06, 2025

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