Automotive Technology: Engine Performance & Electrical Diagnosis (CERT)
Department website: https://www.cerritos.edu/auto/
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The Engine Performance & Electrical Diagnosis certificate option prepares students for employment as an entry-level automotive technician. Courses focus on beginning and intermediate electrical along with engine performance and advanced engine performance. Design, function, and operation of all these systems is also included in the certificate. Graduates are employed as entry-level technicians, general service technicians, or apprentice technicians.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate how to use wiring diagrams for diagnosis.
- Demonstrate on vehicle diagnosis using a scan tool.
- Demonstrate on vehicle diagnosis using a digital multimeter (DMM).
Program Requirements
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| First Semester | ||
| AUTO 160 | Introduction to Automotive Electrical | 5.0 |
| AUTO 180 | Electronic Engine Management Systems | 5.0 |
| Second Semester | ||
| AUTO 260 | Intermediate Automotive Electrical | 4.0 |
| AUTO 280 | Diagnostic Engine Performance | 4.0 |
| Total Units | 18 | |
Recommended Electives
| Code Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AUTO 100 | Automotive Maintenance and Operation | 4.0 |