Automotive Technology Certificate

PROGRAM CODE: 2C21270

The Automotive Technology Certificate allows the student flexibility to study in all areas of automotive repair or to focus on a series of courses in a particular area of repair. It incorporates electives for students to acquire skills in other Career Technical Education areas that are often required in the automotive career path. The Automotive Technology Certificate Program is designed to prepare students for employment in the automotive industry as automotive technicians, apprentice mechanics, automotive parts distributor or salesperson, or specialists in one of the many areas in, or jobs related to, the automotive industry. This certificate requires a total of 33.5-41.5 units. A minimum grade of C is required in each course taken. At least half the units toward the certificate must be taken at Fullerton College.

Course List
Code	Title	Units
Restricted Electives - Select from the following AUTO courses (28.5-35.5 units):		28.5-35.5
AUTO 050 F	Automotive Specialty Practice	2
AUTO 051 F	Internship in Automotive	2-4
AUTO 060 F	Automotive Powertrains	5
AUTO 065 F	Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems	5
AUTO 070 F	Engine Reconditioning	7
AUTO 072 F	Automotive Engine Performance	7
AUTO 073 F	Brake Systems Repair	7
AUTO 081 F	Engine Rebuilding and Repair	8
AUTO 082 F	Engine Performance and Drivability	8
AUTO 083 F	Brake and Suspension Systems Repair	8
AUTO 084 F	Automatic Transmissions	8
AUTO 086 F	Automatic Transmission Fundamentals	3
AUTO 088 F	Fuel Systems and Advanced Drivability Diagnosis	4
AUTO 089 F	Automotive Air Conditioning	4
AUTO 090 F	Emission Control Systems and Advanced Diagnosis	6
AUTO 091 F	Cylinder Head Repair	4
AUTO 131 F	Automotive Fundamentals	4.5
Select an additional 5-6 units from the list below:		5-6
MACH 116 F	Machine Tools	2
WELD 100 F	Introduction to Welding (formerly WELD 121AF)	3
WELD 120 F	Gas Shielded Arc Welding	3
TECH 081 F	Technical Mathematics I	3
Total Units		33.5-41.5

Outcome 1: Demonstrate safe work habits when using tools and equipment to repair automotive systems and comply with all local, state, federal, and international regulations regarding hazardous waste handling, disposal, and record keeping.

Outcome 2: Evaluate vehicle malfunctions, demonstrate diagnostic procedures, interpret diagnostic test results, recommend repair or corrective action, and proficiently perform vehicle repairs following vehicle manufacturers' specifications.

Outcome 3: Compose a written vehicle repair estimate including parts and labor, collaborate with other staff members to inform the customer, and summarize the repairs performed on a vehicle repair order using the industry standard.

Outcome 4: Plan and participate in automotive technology update training and certification testing on a regular basis to stay current with emerging automotive repair skills and industry needs.

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