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

This is an introductory course designed to provide the student with the fundamentals of the transmission, brakes, suspension, heating and air conditioning, engine performance, and emission control systems of the modern automobile. Students will learn basic automotive tool and equipment use and how to safely perform basic repair and maintenance operations. Students will have the opportunity to perform minor repair work on their own vehicles to complete required tasks. This course is designed to be a companion course to AUTO 101 and AUTO 106, and is one of the three prerequisite courses for AUTO 107. Students are encouraged to complete all three courses in order to obtain a firm foundation in this subject, and it is required for the General Service Technician Certificate Program.

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

This is an introductory course designed to provide the student with the fundamentals of the electrical systems of the modern automobile. Emphasis will be placed on electrical fundamentals, symbols and circuit diagrams, batteries, starting, charging, ignition, and lighting systems. Students will learn the proper use of automotive electrical tools and equipment, and how to safely perform basic vehicle electrical repair and maintenance operations. Students will have the opportunity to perform minor repair work on their own vehicles to complete required tasks. This course is designed to be a companion course to AUTO 101 and AUTO 103, and is one of the three prerequisite courses for AUTO 107. Students are encouraged to complete all three courses in order to obtain a firm foundation in this subject, and it is required for the General Service Technician Certificate Program.

Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 106
Advisory:Transfers to: CSU

This course provides an overview of the modern automobile’s electrical system as related to the body and chassis of the vehicle. The theory of operation, operational characteristics and methods of problem diagnostics and repair for the following systems are included: lighting, instruments, windshield wipers, power windows/seats/mirrors, audio systems, convertible tops, safety restraints, (SRS) Supplemental Restraint Systems, and anti-theft systems. This course prepares the student for the (ASE) Automotive service Excellence A-6 exam and is intended for Automotive majors. Students with permission from the Division may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards.

Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 103
Transfers to: CSU

This course is designed to provide instruction on 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, and retrofitting R-12 systems to R-134a, as well as the rules of AQMD/EPA. Students will be given the opportunity to earn their certification license (EPA Rule 1411). Students with permission from the Division may re-enroll in this course only one time for certification or licensure standards.

Prerequisite: AUTO 106
Transfer to:CSU

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of automotive safety, comfort, and convenience systems related to the advanced drivers assistance systems (ADAS) in modern automobiles. Students learn how to use specific tools and equipment, and how to perform basic repair and maintenance operations safely. Emphasis is placed on the lane change assist, crash avoidance, adapted cruise control, camera and ultra-sonic sensors, keyless entry, supplemental restraint system (SRS) airbag, anti-lock braking (ABS) and traction control, air-conditioning and heating, lighting, and theft deterrence systems. Service information systems, electrical circuits, symbols and circuit diagrams, and other, related topics are also discussed. This course requires students to have a solid background regarding the technical knowledge of basic automotive electrical and electronic systems.

Prerequisite: AUTO 103
Advisory:AUTO 210
Transfers to: CSU

This course is designed for students wanting to work in the automotive sector or automotive technicians needing to improve their skills and knowledge in modern Anti-lock and/or Traction Control systems. This course will provide instruction in automotive anti-lock brake systems, traction control systems and vehicle stabling assist (VSA), including diagnosis, operation and maintenance of ABS/ TCS/VSA. The course will include the use of scanners, DVOM meters and lab-scopes in diagnosis of various ABS/TCS/VSA systems; both 2 wheel and 4 wheel systems will be covered.