Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
This course is designed to help students satisfy the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) Smog Check Technician training requirement and successfully complete the Specified Diagnostic and Repair Training Course when applying for the California Smog Check Technician licensing examination. Course content includes diagnostic and repair strategies in electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, and advanced engine performance. This course is also intended for students as a test preparation course for the Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) A6, A8, and L1 certification exams. Upon successful completion of this course, students receive a certificate of completion from Río Hondo College's Automotive Technology Department. Students with permission from the Division of Career and Technical Education (CTE) may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards.