Automotive Mechanics
Offers students an opportunity to acquire the necessary skills and technical theory for a successful career as an automotive mechanic. Individuals already employed in the automotive mechanics field will be able to upgrade their knowledge.
Please see the Certificate of Achievement page for a list of all courses filling general education requirements.
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Total Requirements | 31 Units | |
| Program Requirements | 19 Units | |
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to General Mechanics | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Auto Electricity & Electronics I | 4 |
| AUTO 145 | Automotive Brakes | 4 |
| AUTO 155 | Steering & Suspension | 4 |
| AUTO 225 | Engine Performance I/Fuel & Ignition | 4 |
| General Education Requirements | 12 Units | |
| English/Communications Requirement: Must include a writing course |
6 | |
| Human Relations Requirement Recommend: BUS 110 |
1 | |
| Mathematics Requirement | 3 | |
| General Electives | 2 | |
Suggested Course Sequence
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive Mechanics | ||
| First Semester | ||
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to General Mechanics | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Auto Electricity & Electronics I | 4 |
| AUTO 145 | Automotive Brakes | 4 |
| English Course | 3 | |
| Human Relations Course | 1 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| AUTO 155 | Steering & Suspension | 4 |
| AUTO 225 | Engine Performance I/Fuel & Ignition | 4 |
| Mathematics Course | 3 | |
| English Course | 3 | |
| General Elective Course | 2 | |