2023-2024 College Catalog

Automotive Technology

 

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This program — offered through the SMC Business Department — prepares students to work in positions troubleshooting and repairing electronic and mechanical vehicle problems.

Students who complete this short-term program may work in positions troubleshooting and repairing electronic and mechanical vehicle problems. Employees in these basic positions in today’s automotive maintenance shop operate sophisticated tools and equipment and practice safe work practices under the guidance of more experienced technicians. Students wishing to take more advanced training may transfer their SMC courses to Rio Hondo College and to Cerritos College’s Advanced Transportation Program.

Students must petition the Business Department to obtain this Department Certificate.

Automotive Technician – Introductory, Department Certificate

Students who complete this short-term program may work in positions troubleshooting and repairing electronic and mechanical vehicle problems. Employees in these basic positions in today’s automotive maintenance shop operate sophisticated tools and equipment and practice safe work practices under the guidance of more experienced technicians. Students wishing to take more advanced training may transfer their SMC courses to Rio Hondo College and to Cerritos College’s Advanced Transportation Program. Students must petition the Business Department to obtain this Department Certificate.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the program, students will be able to apply basic diagnostic techniques, maintenance procedures, and repair skills to automotive electrical, braking, and suspension and steering systems.

Area of Emphasis: (12 units)

Required Courses:

AUTO 40,Automotive Maintenance and Operations(3)
AUTO 45,Automotive Braking Systems(3)
AUTO 46,Automotive Electrical Systems(3)
AUTO 47,Suspension and Steering(3)