# All Automotive Systems (Certificate)

Antelope Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Automotive Technology

Source: https://avc.elumenapp.com/catalog/2026-27/program/all-automotive-systems-cert-fall-2025

The automotive technology program provides hands-on instruction, knowledge, and skills in the major automotive systems. The curriculum prepares students for entry-level employment in the automotive industry. Classes vary from entry level to advanced training in specialized topics. The curriculum will help students for industry certification tests. Students must receive a minimum grade of “C” or better in all required core courses to qualify for the degree or certificate.

### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **All Automotive Systems Certificate: Complete all of the following** | | 48 |
| AUTO 100 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 4 |
| AUTO 160 | Automotive Electrical Fundamentals | 4 |
| AUTO 211 | Automotive Engine Operation and Repair | 6 |
| AUTO 220 | Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles | 5 |
| AUTO 230 | Manual Transmissions, Transaxles, and Drivelines | 4 |
| AUTO 240 | Automotive Suspension and Steering | 6 |
| AUTO 250 | Automotive Brake Systems | 5 |
| AUTO 260 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 5 |
| AUTO 270 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 |
| AUTO 280 | Automotive Engine Performance | 5 |

### Recommended Pathway

#### All Automotive Systems Certificate

**Term 1** (8 units)

-   AUTO100 - Introduction to Automotive Technology (4)
-   AUTO160 - Automotive Electrical Fundamentals (4)

**Term 2** (11 units)

-   AUTO211 - Automotive Engine Operation and Repair (6)
-   AUTO260 - Automotive Electrical Systems (5)

**Term 3** (4 units)

-   AUTO270 - Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (4)

**Term 4** (14 units)

-   AUTO220 - Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles (5)
-   AUTO230 - Manual Transmissions, Transaxles, and Drivelines (4)
-   AUTO280 - Automotive Engine Performance (5)

**Term 5** (11 units)

-   AUTO240 - Automotive Suspension and Steering (6)
-   AUTO250 - Automotive Brake Systems (5)

### Program Outcomes

### All Automotive Systems Cert