The courses listed in the Associate of Science Degree are comprised of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to enter the automotive field. The skills developed during class will enhance the student’s ability to complete the (ASE) Automotive Service Excellence Certification Tests A-1 through A-8, Automotive Technician and to become a specialist for Honda/Acura vehicles. The Degree is designed to prepare an individual for transfer and/or entry-level employment as an Automotive Technician within a Honda/Acura Dealer. This is a full-time two-year accelerated training and career placement program.
Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.Course | Units | Typically Offered |
1st Semester | ||
ENGL 101 - College Composition and Research (RHC GE 1b and 8a)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL 101 - College Composition and Research (3.5 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or eligibility for college composition. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. This course is designed for students who wish to fulfill the General Education requirement for Written Communication. | ||
Select one: MATH 150 / FIN 101 / MATH 130 / MATH 130H (RHC GE 2)GE | 3.0† | |
Notes: While the above course(s) are recommended, students may take any of the following courses to fulfill this requirement: FIN 101, MATH 060, MATH 073, MATH 130/H, MATH 140, MATH 150, MATH 160, MATH 170, MATH 175, MATH 180, MATH 190/H, PSY 190. MATH 150 - Survey of Mathematics (3.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. In this course students will learn to read and understand quantitative information, solve practical problems, and make sound decisions using numbers. Topics include consumer applications, logic, probability, statistics, algebra, and geometry. This course is for students who need a quantitative reasoning course for graduation or transfer. FIN 101 - Introduction to Financial Planning (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course provides an overview of the fundamentals of financial planning, and is designed to provide students with tools needed to achieve their personal financial goals. Students will learn to make informed decisions related to spending, saving, borrowing, and investing by applying quantitative reasoning concepts. Course topics include the financial planning process, budgeting, cash flow, debt consolidation, investing, and retirement planning. MATH 130 - Statistics (4.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course. This course is designed for students majoring in business, social sciences, and life sciences. This course provides an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics. Students learn to read, interpret, and present data in a well-organized way via a study of frequency distributions, graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, and linear regression. While discussing inferential statistics, students learn to make generalizations about populations, including probability, sampling techniques, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. MATH 130H - Statistics Honors (4.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course. ENGL 101 This course is designed for students majoring in business, social sciences, and life sciences. This course provides an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics. Students learn to read, interpret, and present data in a well-organized way via a study of frequency distributions, graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, and linear regression. While discussing inferential statistics, students learn to make generalizations about populations, including probability, sampling techniques, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. | ||
RHC GE 3 - Physical EducationGE | 1.0 | |
Select one: KINA or DANC activity course. | ||
RHC GE 6 - Social and Behavioral ScienceGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
RHC GE 7a - Fine ArtsGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 13.5† | |
2nd Semester | ||
RHC GE 4 - American InstitutionsGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
RHC GE 7b - HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
RHC GE 3 - Physical EducationGE | 1.0 | |
Select one: KINA or DANC activity course. | ||
RHC GE 5 - Natural Science with LabGE | 4.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one Natural Science with Lab: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 11.0† | |
Summer 1 | ||
AUTO 045 - Honda/Acura Express ServiceM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 045 - Honda/Acura Express Service (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course introduces maintenance, light repair and service operations for late model Honda/Acura vehicles. Students will engage in MLRS interactive activities, lessons and/or special assignments via distance learning using Honda’s Interactive Training and Support Network. Upon completion of each MLRS training module students will be assessed on the subject matter. Successful completion of all MLRS modules will then be accompanied by an Express Service performance evaluation. During Express Service students will have an opportunity to demonstrate their skills in MLRS areas in a mock dealership environment. Successful completion of all MLRS modules and the Express Service evaluation will count toward the students MRLS certification/certificate. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 4.0 | |
3rd Semester | ||
AUTO 125 - Power Train System Service and Transmission DiagnosticsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 125 and AUTO 046 must be taken together. AUTO 125 - Power Train System Service and Transmission Diagnostics (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 This course in power train service and light repair addresses topics in Manual Transmissions, Automatic Transmissions/ Transaxles, Differentials, Clutches and Drive shafts. Emphasis will be placed on correct procedures for sustaining transmission service life, identifying service intervals for prolonging component life, procedures for proper transmission removal and reinstallation and inspection of components. Students will be informed to specific power train related faults, how problems are diagnosed, and protocol for updating transmission shift logic using updated computer software. Topics will be facilitated through class room discussions, live demonstration as well as student laboratory exercises. Students will use scan tools, flushing equipment, computers and a variety of specialty tools to assist them during their classroom and laboratory experiences. | ||
AUTO 046 - Honda/Acura Automatic Transmission SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 125 and AUTO 046 must be taken together. AUTO 046 - Honda/Acura Automatic Transmission Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course provides instruction relating to specific automatic transmission internal operation: drive, driven, and holding components, along with fluid pressures and sensor voltages. Students will engage in activities using special Honda diagnostic equipment to research automatic transmission topics from the Honda Interactive Training Network (HINT). Students will also participate in instructor lead demonstrations and interactive classroom assignments. Course completion shall include finishing all required HINT course training modules and proof of module posting on American Honda’s Dealer Personal Tracking System (DPTS). The course is a requirement for the Honda/Acura Professional Career Training Program (PACT Program) Powertrain and Transmission Systems Certificate of Achievement and is in partial fulfillment of the Honda PACT AS degree. | ||
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related FieldsM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related Fields (4.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition and read college-level texts. This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor, and is facilitated by the use of learning objectives. The student will be working in a skilled or professional level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and will 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. Contact the CWE office regarding re-enrollment procedures. Student Unpaid Internship: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
4th Semester | ||
AUTO 106 - Automotive Electrical Tools and Diagnostic ProceduresM | 3.0 | |
AUTO 106 - Automotive Electrical Tools and Diagnostic Procedures (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. 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. | ||
AUTO 240 - Heating and Air ConditioningM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 240 - Heating and Air Conditioning (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 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. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 7.0 | |
5th Semester | ||
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related FieldsM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related Fields (4.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition and read college-level texts. This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor, and is facilitated by the use of learning objectives. The student will be working in a skilled or professional level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and will 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. Contact the CWE office regarding re-enrollment procedures. Student Unpaid Internship: | ||
AUTO 140 - Body and Chassis Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 140 and AUTO 201 must be taken together. AUTO 140 - Body and Chassis Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 106 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. | ||
AUTO 201 - Automotive Brake and Suspension ServiceM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 140 and AUTO 201 must be taken together. AUTO 201 - Automotive Brake and Suspension Service (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 This course discusses brakes and suspension theory of operation, service and repair procedures, related tool and equipment use and strategy based problem diagnosis. These procedures for imported and domestic automobiles and light trucks are developed through classroom discussions, demonstrations and laboratory experiences. This course is designed for students wanting to work in the automotive sector or automotive technicians needing to improve their skills and knowledge in brake and suspension service. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
6th Semester | ||
AUTO 0451 - Honda/Acura Chassis Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 0451, AUTO 150, and AUTO 160 must be taken together. AUTO 0451 - Honda/Acura Chassis Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 AUTO 0451 is a course in automotive chassis electronics. The content reflects operation of digital circuits, semi-conductor devices and methods for troubleshooting complex problems. Students will engage in a variety of activities using diagnostic equipment, the five step diagnostic method, and research to discover vehicle failures. Students will also be expected to obtain research materials from Honda’s interactive active Technical Library to support their diagnosis. The course intention is to build upon the student’s prior knowledge of electronics using basic parallel/ series circuit design fundamentals as the foundation. Students will learn how to make circuit performance predictions from schematics; along with test data they will be able to navigate a circuit’s operation via diagnostic flow charts. Successful course completion shall include the following: finish designated Honda Interactive Network Training (HINT) modules with proof of module posting on the students Dealer Personal Tracking System (DPTS), correctly diagnose vehicle failures, completion of homework assignments and perform satisfactorily on practical exams. AUTO 0451 is a requirement for the Honda PACT Certificate or AS Degree. | ||
AUTO 150 - Engine Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 0451, AUTO 150, and AUTO 160 must be taken together. AUTO 150 - Engine Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 106 This course provides an overview of the modern automobile’s electrical system as related to the engine and engine-related systems. The theory of operation, operational characteristics, methods of problem diagnosis, and repair of the following systems are included: electronic ignition, electronic fuel injection, engine management, emission control, charging, cooling and starting. This course prepares the student for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A8 Engine Performance test and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the division may re-enroll only one time for certification and licensure standards. | ||
AUTO 160 - Upper End Engine Rebuilding and MachiningM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 0451, AUTO 150, and AUTO 160 must be taken together. AUTO 160 - Upper End Engine Rebuilding and Machining (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course provides occupational preparation in the skills required in the adjustment and repair of the modern automobile engine upper end and valve train assembly. Emphasis is placed on problem diagnosis, repair techniques, service procedures, and machining operations. This course prepares the student for the (ASE) Automotive Service Excellence A-1 exam and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the Division may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
Total Units for Honda Professional Automotive Career Training Program Specialization - (PACT) AS program | 71.5† | |
AP exams and courses taken outside of Rio Hondo College may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Please check with a counselor. |
Honda PACT instructor does not recommend AUTO courses with GE courses, the PACT program is a rigourous program that has a work site component. AUTO 290 can be taken in semester 3 - 7. |
† | Some classes may have higher units |
M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
GE | General Education course |
EL | Elective Course |
Course | Units | Typically Offered |
1st Semester | ||
ENGL 101 - College Composition and Research (CSU GE A2)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL 101 - College Composition and Research (3.5 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or eligibility for college composition. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. This course is designed for students who wish to fulfill the General Education requirement for Written Communication. | ||
Select one: MATH 150 / FIN 101 / MATH 130 / MATH 130H / PSY 190 (CSU GE B4)GE | 3.0† | |
MATH 150 - Survey of Mathematics (3.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. In this course students will learn to read and understand quantitative information, solve practical problems, and make sound decisions using numbers. Topics include consumer applications, logic, probability, statistics, algebra, and geometry. This course is for students who need a quantitative reasoning course for graduation or transfer. FIN 101 - Introduction to Financial Planning (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course provides an overview of the fundamentals of financial planning, and is designed to provide students with tools needed to achieve their personal financial goals. Students will learn to make informed decisions related to spending, saving, borrowing, and investing by applying quantitative reasoning concepts. Course topics include the financial planning process, budgeting, cash flow, debt consolidation, investing, and retirement planning. MATH 130 - Statistics (4.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course. This course is designed for students majoring in business, social sciences, and life sciences. This course provides an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics. Students learn to read, interpret, and present data in a well-organized way via a study of frequency distributions, graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, and linear regression. While discussing inferential statistics, students learn to make generalizations about populations, including probability, sampling techniques, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. MATH 130H - Statistics Honors (4.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course. ENGL 101 This course is designed for students majoring in business, social sciences, and life sciences. This course provides an overview of descriptive and inferential statistics. Students learn to read, interpret, and present data in a well-organized way via a study of frequency distributions, graphs, measures of central tendency and variability, correlation, and linear regression. While discussing inferential statistics, students learn to make generalizations about populations, including probability, sampling techniques, confidence intervals, and hypothesis tests. This course is intended for students who meet Honors Program requirements. PSY 190 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (4.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course. This course provides an overview of the types of statistics that are important in the behavioral sciences. It is designed to teach students majoring in psychology, sociology, political science, and anthropology how to present and interpret experimental data. The course focuses on hypothesis testing and the statistics used to analyze assumptions, with topics including basic probability, measures of central tendency, measures of variance, sampling, and inferential statistics. | ||
CSU GE C1 - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
CSU GE D - Social SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: | ||
CSU GE A1 - Oral CommunicationGE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: SPCH 100 ,101, 101H,140 | ||
Total Semester Units: | 15.5† | |
2nd Semester | ||
CSU GE F - Ethnic StudiesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
CSU GE C2 - HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
CSU GE C1 or C2 - Arts or HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Arts Humanities | ||
CSU GE E - Lifelong Learning/Self DevelopmentGE | 3.0 | |
Select one: | ||
CSU GE B1 - Physical SciencesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
CSU GE B3 - Lab ScienceGE | 1.0 | |
Select one if lab has not been completed in CSU B1 or B2. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 16.0† | |
Summer 1 | ||
AUTO 045 - Honda/Acura Express ServiceM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 045 - Honda/Acura Express Service (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course introduces maintenance, light repair and service operations for late model Honda/Acura vehicles. Students will engage in MLRS interactive activities, lessons and/or special assignments via distance learning using Honda’s Interactive Training and Support Network. Upon completion of each MLRS training module students will be assessed on the subject matter. Successful completion of all MLRS modules will then be accompanied by an Express Service performance evaluation. During Express Service students will have an opportunity to demonstrate their skills in MLRS areas in a mock dealership environment. Successful completion of all MLRS modules and the Express Service evaluation will count toward the students MRLS certification/certificate. | ||
CSU GE A3 - Critical ThinkingGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 7.0† | |
3rd Semester | ||
AUTO 125 - Power Train System Service and Transmission DiagnosticsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 125 and AUTO 046 must be taken together. AUTO 125 - Power Train System Service and Transmission Diagnostics (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 This course in power train service and light repair addresses topics in Manual Transmissions, Automatic Transmissions/ Transaxles, Differentials, Clutches and Drive shafts. Emphasis will be placed on correct procedures for sustaining transmission service life, identifying service intervals for prolonging component life, procedures for proper transmission removal and reinstallation and inspection of components. Students will be informed to specific power train related faults, how problems are diagnosed, and protocol for updating transmission shift logic using updated computer software. Topics will be facilitated through class room discussions, live demonstration as well as student laboratory exercises. Students will use scan tools, flushing equipment, computers and a variety of specialty tools to assist them during their classroom and laboratory experiences. | ||
AUTO 046 - Honda/Acura Automatic Transmission SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 125 and AUTO 046 must be taken together. AUTO 046 - Honda/Acura Automatic Transmission Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course provides instruction relating to specific automatic transmission internal operation: drive, driven, and holding components, along with fluid pressures and sensor voltages. Students will engage in activities using special Honda diagnostic equipment to research automatic transmission topics from the Honda Interactive Training Network (HINT). Students will also participate in instructor lead demonstrations and interactive classroom assignments. Course completion shall include finishing all required HINT course training modules and proof of module posting on American Honda’s Dealer Personal Tracking System (DPTS). The course is a requirement for the Honda/Acura Professional Career Training Program (PACT Program) Powertrain and Transmission Systems Certificate of Achievement and is in partial fulfillment of the Honda PACT AS degree. | ||
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related FieldsM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related Fields (4.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition and read college-level texts. This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor, and is facilitated by the use of learning objectives. The student will be working in a skilled or professional level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and will 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. Contact the CWE office regarding re-enrollment procedures. Student Unpaid Internship: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
4th Semester | ||
AUTO 106 - Automotive Electrical Tools and Diagnostic ProceduresM | 3.0 | |
AUTO 106 - Automotive Electrical Tools and Diagnostic Procedures (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. 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. | ||
AUTO 240 - Heating and Air ConditioningM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 240 - Heating and Air Conditioning (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 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. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 7.0 | |
Summer 2 | ||
CSU GE D - Social SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: | ||
CSU GE B2 - Biological SciencesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 6.0† | |
5th Semester | ||
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related FieldsM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related Fields (4.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition and read college-level texts. This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor, and is facilitated by the use of learning objectives. The student will be working in a skilled or professional level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and will 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. Contact the CWE office regarding re-enrollment procedures. Student Unpaid Internship: | ||
AUTO 140 - Body and Chassis Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 140 and AUTO 201 must be taken together. AUTO 140 - Body and Chassis Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 106 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. | ||
AUTO 201 - Automotive Brake and Suspension ServiceM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 140 and AUTO 201 must be taken together. AUTO 201 - Automotive Brake and Suspension Service (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 This course discusses brakes and suspension theory of operation, service and repair procedures, related tool and equipment use and strategy based problem diagnosis. These procedures for imported and domestic automobiles and light trucks are developed through classroom discussions, demonstrations and laboratory experiences. This course is designed for students wanting to work in the automotive sector or automotive technicians needing to improve their skills and knowledge in brake and suspension service. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
6th Semester | ||
AUTO 0451 - Honda/Acura Chassis Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 0451, AUTO 150, and AUTO 160 must be taken together. AUTO 0451 - Honda/Acura Chassis Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 AUTO 0451 is a course in automotive chassis electronics. The content reflects operation of digital circuits, semi-conductor devices and methods for troubleshooting complex problems. Students will engage in a variety of activities using diagnostic equipment, the five step diagnostic method, and research to discover vehicle failures. Students will also be expected to obtain research materials from Honda’s interactive active Technical Library to support their diagnosis. The course intention is to build upon the student’s prior knowledge of electronics using basic parallel/ series circuit design fundamentals as the foundation. Students will learn how to make circuit performance predictions from schematics; along with test data they will be able to navigate a circuit’s operation via diagnostic flow charts. Successful course completion shall include the following: finish designated Honda Interactive Network Training (HINT) modules with proof of module posting on the students Dealer Personal Tracking System (DPTS), correctly diagnose vehicle failures, completion of homework assignments and perform satisfactorily on practical exams. AUTO 0451 is a requirement for the Honda PACT Certificate or AS Degree. | ||
AUTO 150 - Engine Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 045, AUTO 140, and AUTO 201 must be taken together. AUTO 150 - Engine Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 106 This course provides an overview of the modern automobile’s electrical system as related to the engine and engine-related systems. The theory of operation, operational characteristics, methods of problem diagnosis, and repair of the following systems are included: electronic ignition, electronic fuel injection, engine management, emission control, charging, cooling and starting. This course prepares the student for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A8 Engine Performance test and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the division may re-enroll only one time for certification and licensure standards. | ||
AUTO 160 - Upper End Engine Rebuilding and MachiningM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 045, AUTO 140, and AUTO 201 must be taken together. AUTO 160 - Upper End Engine Rebuilding and Machining (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course provides occupational preparation in the skills required in the adjustment and repair of the modern automobile engine upper end and valve train assembly. Emphasis is placed on problem diagnosis, repair techniques, service procedures, and machining operations. This course prepares the student for the (ASE) Automotive Service Excellence A-1 exam and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the Division may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
Total Units for Honda Professional Automotive Career Training Program Specialization - (PACT) AS program (Transfer to CSU) | 87.5† | |
AP exams and courses taken outside of Rio Hondo College may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Please check with a counselor. |
Honda PACT instructor does not recommend AUTO courses with GE courses, the PACT program is a rigourous program that has a work site component. AUTO 290 can be taken in semester 3 - 6. |
† | Some classes may have higher units |
M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
GE | General Education course |
EL | Elective Course |
Course | Units | Typically Offered |
1st Semester | ||
ENGL 101 - College Composition and Research (IGETC 1A)GE | 3.5 | |
ENGL 101 - College Composition and Research (3.5 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or eligibility for college composition. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. This course is designed for students who wish to fulfill the General Education requirement for Written Communication. | ||
Select one: MATH 150 / FIN 101 (IGETC 2)GE | 3.0 | |
Notes: While the above course(s) are recommended, students may take any of the following courses to fulfill this requirement: MATH 130/H, MATH 150, MATH 160, MATH 170, MATH 180, MATH190/H, PSY 190. MATH 150 - Survey of Mathematics (3.0 units) Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of an intermediate algebra course. In this course students will learn to read and understand quantitative information, solve practical problems, and make sound decisions using numbers. Topics include consumer applications, logic, probability, statistics, algebra, and geometry. This course is for students who need a quantitative reasoning course for graduation or transfer. FIN 101 - Introduction to Financial Planning (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts. This course provides an overview of the fundamentals of financial planning, and is designed to provide students with tools needed to achieve their personal financial goals. Students will learn to make informed decisions related to spending, saving, borrowing, and investing by applying quantitative reasoning concepts. Course topics include the financial planning process, budgeting, cash flow, debt consolidation, investing, and retirement planning. | ||
IGETC 3A - ArtsGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
IGETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
IGETC 3B - HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 15.5† | |
2nd Semester | ||
IGETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
IGETC 3A or 3B - Arts or HumanitiesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Arts Humanities | ||
IGETC 1B - Critical Thinking and CompositionGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
IGETC 4 - Social and Behavioral SciencesGE | 3.0 | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
IGETC 5A - Physical SciencesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
IGETC 5C - Lab ScienceGE | 1.0 | |
Select one if lab has not been completed in IGETC 5A or 5B. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 16.0† | |
Summer 1 | ||
AUTO 045 - Honda/Acura Express ServiceM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 045 - Honda/Acura Express Service (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course introduces maintenance, light repair and service operations for late model Honda/Acura vehicles. Students will engage in MLRS interactive activities, lessons and/or special assignments via distance learning using Honda’s Interactive Training and Support Network. Upon completion of each MLRS training module students will be assessed on the subject matter. Successful completion of all MLRS modules will then be accompanied by an Express Service performance evaluation. During Express Service students will have an opportunity to demonstrate their skills in MLRS areas in a mock dealership environment. Successful completion of all MLRS modules and the Express Service evaluation will count toward the students MRLS certification/certificate. | ||
IGETC 5B - Biological SciencesGE | 3.0† | |
Notes: Select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 7.0† | |
3rd Semester | ||
AUTO 125 - Power Train System Service and Transmission DiagnosticsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 125 and AUTO 046 must be taken together. AUTO 125 - Power Train System Service and Transmission Diagnostics (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 This course in power train service and light repair addresses topics in Manual Transmissions, Automatic Transmissions/ Transaxles, Differentials, Clutches and Drive shafts. Emphasis will be placed on correct procedures for sustaining transmission service life, identifying service intervals for prolonging component life, procedures for proper transmission removal and reinstallation and inspection of components. Students will be informed to specific power train related faults, how problems are diagnosed, and protocol for updating transmission shift logic using updated computer software. Topics will be facilitated through class room discussions, live demonstration as well as student laboratory exercises. Students will use scan tools, flushing equipment, computers and a variety of specialty tools to assist them during their classroom and laboratory experiences. | ||
AUTO 046 - Honda/Acura Automatic Transmission SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 125 and AUTO 046 must be taken together. AUTO 046 - Honda/Acura Automatic Transmission Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course provides instruction relating to specific automatic transmission internal operation: drive, driven, and holding components, along with fluid pressures and sensor voltages. Students will engage in activities using special Honda diagnostic equipment to research automatic transmission topics from the Honda Interactive Training Network (HINT). Students will also participate in instructor lead demonstrations and interactive classroom assignments. Course completion shall include finishing all required HINT course training modules and proof of module posting on American Honda’s Dealer Personal Tracking System (DPTS). The course is a requirement for the Honda/Acura Professional Career Training Program (PACT Program) Powertrain and Transmission Systems Certificate of Achievement and is in partial fulfillment of the Honda PACT AS degree. | ||
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related FieldsM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related Fields (4.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition and read college-level texts. This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor, and is facilitated by the use of learning objectives. The student will be working in a skilled or professional level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and will 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. Contact the CWE office regarding re-enrollment procedures. Student Unpaid Internship: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
4th Semester | ||
AUTO 106 - Automotive Electrical Tools and Diagnostic ProceduresM | 3.0 | |
AUTO 106 - Automotive Electrical Tools and Diagnostic Procedures (3.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. 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. | ||
AUTO 240 - Heating and Air ConditioningM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 240 - Heating and Air Conditioning (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 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. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 7.0 | |
Summer 2 | ||
IGETC 1C - Oral Communication (CSU Only)GE | 3.0 | |
Note: All honors courses have a prerequisite. Select one: | ||
IGETC 6 - Foreign Language (UC ONLY)GE | 4.5 | |
Notes: Proficiency equivalent to two years of high school study in the same language or select one: | ||
Total Semester Units: | 7.5 | |
5th Semester | ||
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related FieldsM | 4.0 | |
AUTO 290 - Cooperative Work Experience/Internship for Automotive Technology Related Fields (4.0 units) Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition and read college-level texts. This course supports and reinforces on-the-job training in business and industrial establishments under the supervision of a college instructor, and is facilitated by the use of learning objectives. The student will be working in a skilled or professional level assignment in their area of vocational interest, and will 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. Contact the CWE office regarding re-enrollment procedures. Student Unpaid Internship: | ||
AUTO 140 - Body and Chassis Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 140 and AUTO 201 must be taken together. AUTO 140 - Body and Chassis Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 106 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. | ||
AUTO 201 - Automotive Brake and Suspension ServiceM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 140 and AUTO 201 must be taken together. AUTO 201 - Automotive Brake and Suspension Service (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 102 or AUTO 103 This course discusses brakes and suspension theory of operation, service and repair procedures, related tool and equipment use and strategy based problem diagnosis. These procedures for imported and domestic automobiles and light trucks are developed through classroom discussions, demonstrations and laboratory experiences. This course is designed for students wanting to work in the automotive sector or automotive technicians needing to improve their skills and knowledge in brake and suspension service. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
6th Semester | ||
AUTO 0451 - Honda/Acura Chassis Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 0451, AUTO 150, and AUTO 160 must be taken together. AUTO 0451 - Honda/Acura Chassis Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite:AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 AUTO 0451 is a course in automotive chassis electronics. The content reflects operation of digital circuits, semi-conductor devices and methods for troubleshooting complex problems. Students will engage in a variety of activities using diagnostic equipment, the five step diagnostic method, and research to discover vehicle failures. Students will also be expected to obtain research materials from Honda’s interactive active Technical Library to support their diagnosis. The course intention is to build upon the student’s prior knowledge of electronics using basic parallel/ series circuit design fundamentals as the foundation. Students will learn how to make circuit performance predictions from schematics; along with test data they will be able to navigate a circuit’s operation via diagnostic flow charts. Successful course completion shall include the following: finish designated Honda Interactive Network Training (HINT) modules with proof of module posting on the students Dealer Personal Tracking System (DPTS), correctly diagnose vehicle failures, completion of homework assignments and perform satisfactorily on practical exams. AUTO 0451 is a requirement for the Honda PACT Certificate or AS Degree. | ||
AUTO 150 - Engine Electrical SystemsM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 0451, AUTO 150, and AUTO 160 must be taken together. AUTO 150 - Engine Electrical Systems (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 106 This course provides an overview of the modern automobile’s electrical system as related to the engine and engine-related systems. The theory of operation, operational characteristics, methods of problem diagnosis, and repair of the following systems are included: electronic ignition, electronic fuel injection, engine management, emission control, charging, cooling and starting. This course prepares the student for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A8 Engine Performance test and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the division may re-enroll only one time for certification and licensure standards. | ||
AUTO 160 - Upper End Engine Rebuilding and MachiningM | 4.0 | |
Notes: AUTO 0451, AUTO 150, and AUTO 160 must be taken together. AUTO 160 - Upper End Engine Rebuilding and Machining (4.0 units) Prerequisite: AUTO 101 or AUTO 102 This course provides occupational preparation in the skills required in the adjustment and repair of the modern automobile engine upper end and valve train assembly. Emphasis is placed on problem diagnosis, repair techniques, service procedures, and machining operations. This course prepares the student for the (ASE) Automotive Service Excellence A-1 exam and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the Division may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards. | ||
Total Semester Units: | 12.0 | |
Total Units for Honda Professional Automotive Career Training Program Specialization - (PACT) AS program (Transfer to UC/CSU) | 89.0† | |
AP exams and courses taken outside of Rio Hondo College may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Please check with a counselor. |
HondaPACT instructor does not recommend AUTO courses with GE courses, the PACT program is a rigorous program that has a work site component. AUTO 290 can be taken in semesters 3-6. |
† | Some classes may have higher units |
M | Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement |
GE | General Education course |
EL | Elective Course |
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The skills developed during classes will enhance students’ ability to complete the (ASE) Automotive Service Excellence Certification Tests A-1 through A-8, Automotive Technician, and to become a specialist for Honda/Acura vehicles.
The degree is designed to prepare students for transfer and/or entry-level employment as an Automotive Technician within a Honda/ Acura Dealer.
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