Prerequisite:Enrollment requires acceptance into the Honda Acura programAdvisory:AUTO 101 or AUTO 103
Transfers to: CSU

This introductory course is designed to provide Honda/Acura students with the fundamentals of the electrical systems of the 21st century automobile. Emphasis is placed on electrical fundamentals, symbols and circuit diagrams, batteries, starting, charging, ignition, and lighting systems. Students learn the proper use of automotive electrical tools and equipment and how to safely perform basic vehicle electrical repair and maintenance operations. This course is required for the Honda/Acura Brakes, Suspension, and Chassis Electrical Systems Certificate of Achievement.

Prerequisite:AUTO 103
Transfers to: CSU

This course covers the operating principles of common automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Topics include new service equipment, contamination issues, servicing and diagnosing manual and automatic systems, retrofitting R-12 refrigeration systems to R-134a, and Air Quality Management District (A.Q.M.D.) and Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.) rules. Students who take the course also have the opportunity to earn their certification license (E.P.A. Rule 1411). Students with permission from the Division of Career and Technical Education (CTE) may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards.

Prerequisite: Enrollment requires acceptance into the Honda/Acura program and HOND 106
Transfers to: CSU

This course provides an overview of the 21st century automobile’s electrical system as related to the body and chassis of the vehicle. The course covers the theory of operation, operational characteristics, and methods of problem diagnostics and repair of systems including lighting; instruments; windshield wipers; power windows, seats, and mirrors; convertible tops; safety restraints; and audio, anti-theft, and supplemental restraint systems (S.R.S). This course prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) A-6 exam and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the Division of Career and Technical Education (CTE) may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition and read college-level texts.
Transfers to:CSU

This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor. Training is informed by learning objectives. Students work in a skilled or professional-level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and meet performance objectives related to instruction that are above and beyond the conditions of regular employment. This course is intended for students whose job is related to the automotive/transportation field and have completed or enrolled in the appropriate coursework. The course may be taken once and repeated for a maximum of 16 units. Contact the Work Experience Education Office regarding re-enrollment procedures.