This degree is designed to prepare students for entry-level work as an engine performance specialist, diagnostic technician, or a state certified Smog check and repair technician. Students will become familiar with computer systems, hybrid and electrical systems, basic engine diagnosis, emissions repair, and the Smog certification test. To graduate with a specialization in Engine Performance, students must complete all requirements for the certificate with a grade of C or better plus the general breadth requirements for the Associate of Science Degree (minimum total = 60 units).
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: | ||
| AUTO 062 | Engine Performance | 3 |
| AUTO 062L | Engine Performance - Laboratory | 1 |
| AUTO 064 | Auto/Truck Electrical Systems | 4 |
| or HMDT 064 | Auto/Truck Electrical Systems | |
| AUTO 065 | Electrical Systems Diagnosis and Repair | 4 |
| AUTO 090 | Engine Repair | 3 |
| AUTO 090L | Engine Repair - Laboratory | 1 |
| TECALC 087 | Technical Calculations | 4 |
| Total Units | 20 | |
To earn an SBVC Associate Degree students must complete one of the following general education patterns:
Program Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Interpret automotive service manuals
- Write accurate repair orders, requests, reports and estimates
- Diagnose and repair engine performance systems
- Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems
- Diagnose and repair emission systems
- Diagnose and repair ignition systems
- Diagnose and repair fuel systems
- Prepare students for A.S.E. tests A-6; A-8 and L-1
- Perform basic maintenance related to hybrid and electric vehicles