This certificate is designed to provide students with the fundamentals of alternative fuel and electric vehicle technology as it applies to the automotive industry. The curriculum prepares students for entry-level positions in alternative fuel/hybrid/electric vehicle maintenance, service and repair. Including alternative fuel and electric power technology.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | ||
| AUTO 010 | Introduction to Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology | 4 |
| AUTO 011 | Electric Vehicle (EV) and Alternative Fuel Vehicle | 3 |
| AUTO 011L | Electric Vehicle (EV) and Alternative Fuel Vehicle - Laboratory | 1 |
| AUTO 064 | Auto/Truck Electrical Systems | 4 |
| or HMDT 064 | Auto/Truck Electrical Systems | |
| AUTO 065 | Electrical Systems Diagnosis and Repair | 4 |
| Total Units | 16 | |
Students working for certificates must have a basic knowledge of arithmetic, reading and writing in order to learn and work in the occupations they select.
This is a Gainful Employment Program
Program Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Diagnose and make minor repairs to 12 volt starting and charging systems using schematics, as-well-as demonstrate safety precautions used on electric, hybrid, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
- Demonstrate appropriate personal and shop safety procedures needed to safely work with high voltage and hydrogen fuel systems.
- Evaluate system conditions by entering self-diagnostic mode of a given system, correctly interpret diagnostic trouble codes, and diagnose electronic control system faults using appropriate procedures and strategies.
- Perform basic maintenance, diagnostic and repair related to electric, hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.