Automotive Technology: General Technician Engine, Power Trains Specialist
Award Type: Certificate of Achievement
Designed to prepare the student to enter the automotive service profession as a general repair technician with an emphasis on engine and drive train repair.The graduate of the Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Technology: General Technician Engine, Power Trains Specialist will:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the automotive drive train systems.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with customers, co-workers and the employer.
- Demonstrate the ability to diagnose problems with the various systems of the automobile using systematic procedures and logical methods.
- Demonstrate the ability to identify what technical specifications are needed, where to find them and how to use them in the course of performing their duties.
- Demonstrate the required mechanical skills and the ability to use the trade tools at a level of proficiency that is expected in the profession.
- Demonstrate the use of the proper procedure for dealing with hazards encountered in the automotive repair work place.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform the all of the NATEF tasks in each of the core courses in the option or certificate.
Program Requirements
A major of 30 units is required for the certificate of achievement.
Required core courses (24 units):
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AT 100 | Automotive Fundamentals | 4.0 |
| AT 133 | Automotive Engine Rebuilding | 5.0 |
| AT 303 | Automotive Electricity | 5.0 |
| AT 323 | Power Trains | 5.0 |
| AT 324 | Automatic Transmissions | 5.0 |
Plus a minimum of 6 units selected from the following:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AT 117 | Print Reading and Interpretation | 3.0 |
| AT 300 | Shop Math and Measurement | 3.0 |
| AT 306 | Auto Air Conditioning Systems | 4.0 |
| AT 313 | Automotive Brakes | 4.0 |
| AT 314 | Suspension and Alignment | 4.0 |
| AT 334 | Automotive Machining 1 | 4.0 |
| AT 341 | Fuel Injection/Turbocharging | 5.0 |
| AT 343 | Engine Performance/Diagnosis | 5.0 |
| AT 344 | Emission Control/BAR CAC | 5.0 |
| AT 389 | Independent Projects in Automotive Technology | 1.0 - 3.0 units |
| AT 399A | Special Topics in Automotive Technology | 2.0 |
| AT 370 | SkillsUSA | 3.0 |