The Automotive Service Councils of California Association (ASCCA) sponsored degree program offers a unique, on-the-job training opportunity for students accepted by a sponsoring Automotive Repair Dealer (ARD) or affiliate. Students will be required to further their studies in an ASCCA-sponsoring repair facility as a paid apprentice, technician. Successful students will gain over 1000 hours of documented and evaluated paid work experience relating to the learning objectives of the program, Automotive Service Excellence Certifications, and California Smog Inspector and Repair Technician licensing training. This is an excellent major for students wanting to own or operate an independent business.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Accurately describe and demonstrate knowledge of various automotive system operations and interrelationships at an ASCCA Automotive Repair Dealership or affiliate.
• Diagnose and repair automotive system problems by performing necessary actions at an ASCCA ARD or affiliate.
• Communicate effectively and professionally in a diverse setting that includes colleagues, clients, and supervisors.
• Comply with environmental health and safety regulations at the state and federal levels.

Associate in Science Degree Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Units
Required Core
AUTO-099	Introduction to Automotive Technology	3
AUTO-100L	Introduction to Automotive Technology Laboratory	1
AUTO-143	Steering and Suspension Diagnosis and Repair	1
AUTO-143L	Steering and Suspension Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory	1
AUTO-143T	Steering and Suspension Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out	0.5
AUTO-151	Brake System Diagnosis and Repair	2
AUTO-151L	Brake System Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory	1
AUTO-151T	Brake System Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out	0.5
AUTO-161	Electrical Diagnosis and Repair	2
AUTO-161L	Electrical Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory	1
AUTO-161T	Electrical Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out	0.5
AUTO-162	Electronics Diagnosis and Repair	2
AUTO-162L	Electronics Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory	1
AUTO-162T	Electronics Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out	0.5
AUTO-183	Engine Performance II Intake Exhaust and Emission Systems	2
AUTO-183L	Engine Performance II Intake Exhaust Emission Systems Laboratory	1
AUTO-183T	Engine Performance II Intake Exhaust Emission Systems Assessment Test Out	0.5
AUTO-284	Level I Inspector Training Emission Control License	2
AUTO-284L	Level I Inspector Training Emission Control License Laboratory	1
AUTO-284T	Level I Inspector Training Emission Control License Assessment Test Out	0.5
AUTO-285	Level II Inspector Training Emission Control License	1
AUTO-285L	Level II Inspector Training Emission Control License Laboratory	1
AUTO-285T	Level II Inspector Training Emission Control License Assessment Test Out	0.5
AUTO-264	Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Operation and Diagnosis	1
AUTO-264L	Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Operation and Diagnosis Laboratory	1
AUTO-264T	Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Operation and Diagnosis Assessment Test Out	0.5
AUTO-213	ASCCA - Work Experience 1	12
Total Units		41

Plus General Education Requirements

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Must be taken for a total of 12 units.

Certificate of Achievement

Students who complete only the major requirements above qualify for a Certificate in Automotive Technology – Automotive Service Councils of California ASCCA. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline as stated in the Academic Calendar.