Automotive Technology - Associate in Science
Plan Code: 2941
This program will emphasize introductory general automotive repair, engine repair, automatic and manual drivetrain, wheel alignment, brake systems, electrical system, air conditioning, fuel systems, and automotive light diesel technology. Upon completion students are prepared for all nine areas of the National Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications tests and also will receive one year of work experience toward ASE work experience qualification. The A.S. Degree in Automotive Technology signifies that students are ready for entry-level automotive positions and will signify that students have mastered good ethics and workmanship in an auto shop environment.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate the ability to attain the Institutional Student Learning Outcomes (ISLOs).
- Evaluate and identify faults in automotive performance components and perform service to factory specifications.
Program Requirements
This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| REQUIRED COURSES | ||
| AUTO 200 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
| AUTO 211 | Automotive Engine Repair | 3 |
| AUTO 212 | Automotive Automatic Transmission | 3 |
| AUTO 213 | Automotive Manual Transmission | 3 |
| AUTO 214 | Automotive Wheel Alignment | 3 |
| AUTO 215 | Automotive Brake Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 216 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 217 | Automotive Air Conditioning | 3 |
| AUTO 218 | Automotive Fuel Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 219 | Automotive Light Diesel Engines | 3 |
| Required Subtotal | 30 | |
| Complete one of the following: 1 | 19-39 | |
| Electives (as needed to reach 60 degree-applicable units) 2 | ||
| Minimum Degree Total | 60 | |
- 1
Units for the major may be double-counted for LBCC GE, CSU GE, or IGETC; see counselor for limitations.
- 2
Elective units from course(s) numbered 1-599, if needed, to reach 60 degree-applicable units.