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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Major: 5954
Effective Term: 2023 Fall   

Award: CCL  
Total Credits: 22
CIP Code: 47.0604

Instructional Council: Automotive/Diesel-Heavy Equipment Technology (18)
GPA: 2.0
SOC Code: Upon completion of this certificate, students may pursue a career as:
49-2096.00 Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles
49-3023.00 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics


Description: The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Automotive Engine Management and Repair provides individuals with the technical knowledge and skills needed by automotive technicians specializing in the area of engine repair and performance and electrical systems. The curriculum within this certificate aligns with the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Automobile and Light Truck Certification A1, A6 and A8 Tests.

See program advisor for additional certificate offerings. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Automotive Service is also available.

Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate safe personal and workplace habits according to industry standards. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
2. Comply with federal, state and local regulations with respect to the handling, storage, recycling and disposal of hazardous and toxic materials. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
3. Locate and interpret appropriate service information. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
4. Apply industry relevant strategies to properly diagnose the root cause of customer reported concerns in automotive systems. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
5. Apply industry relevant procedures to properly repair automotive systems. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
6. Apply industry relevant procedures to properly service automotive systems. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
7. Prepare the vehicle for delivery to the customer according to industry standards. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
8. Use, maintain, and store automotive tools, equipment and workspace according to professional standards. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
9. Practice industry accepted ethical behavior. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
10. Demonstrate industry standard professionalism that includes dress, attendance, communication and customer service. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
11. Effectively communicate with diverse audiences orally, visually, and in writing. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
12. Demonstrate the ability to learn and adapt in an evolving technical environment. (ASE100, ASE110++, ASE160++, ASE180++, ASE260++, ASE280++)
Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better for each course listed in the Required Courses area.


Required Courses
ASE100 Introduction to Automotive Service 2

ASE110 Engine Fundamentals (4) OR
ASE110AU Engine Fundamentals (4) 4

ASE160 Introduction to Automotive Electrical (4) OR
ASE160AU Introduction to Automotive Electrical (4) 4

ASE180 Introduction to Engine Management (4) OR
ASE180AU Introduction to Engine Management OR (4) 4

+ ASE260 Advanced Automotive Electrical (4) OR
+ ASE260AU Advanced Automotive Electrical (4) 4

+ ASE280 Engine Management (4) OR
+ ASE280AU Engine Management (4) 4
Credits: 22

+ indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites.
++ indicates that any suffixed course may be selected.
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 28, 2023

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.





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