# Automotive Technology (A.S. Degree)

Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Industrial Technology and Transportation

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#### Automotive Technology Associate of Science

The Associate in Science in Automotive Technology is designed to prepare students for optimal success in higher education and technical careers in an environment that will encourage a lifelong pursuit of learning. Upon completion of the associate’s degree program, graduates will be eligible for entry level employment at automotive or medium/heavy duty equipment dealerships and independent repair facilities. Graduates have the potential to work in management and other related areas of service operations. Career Opportunities: Automotive Technician, Automotive Brakes Technician To Achieve the Associate of Science: Upon completion of graduation requirements and the required degree courses with at least a ‘C’ or ‘P’ grade in each course, the student will be awarded an Associate of Science degree.

### Program Learning Outcomes

-   1\. Students will demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and safety principles required for industrial employment. Assessment:The faculty will track success rates on safety tests, technical exams and lab tasks.

-   2\. Students will demonstrate their ability to assess, evaluate and solve problems common to automotive, industrial, and agricultural industries. Assessment:The faculty will evaluate project based outcomes in the required courses, examinations and lab activities.

-   3\. Students will demonstrate a thorough understanding of the core material required for transfer to a four year university or certification in the department programs. Assessment:The faculty will track success rates for the required courses, completion rates of the certificate of achievement and degree as well as completion of industry certificates.

### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Automotive Technology Associate of Science: Complete all of the following** | | 36 |
| **Core Courses: Complete all of the following** | | 24 |
| AUTO B20 | Engine Theory&#44 Design and Diagnosis | 4 |
| AUTO B21 | Upper Engine Systems and Machining | 4 |
| AUTO B30 | Electrical and Electronic Systems | 4 |
| AUTO B33 | Engine Performance | 4 |
| AUTO B40 | Suspension&#44 Steering and Wheel Alignment | 4 |
| AUTO B43 | Brake Systems | 4 |
| **Select 12 credits from the following** | | 12 |
| AUTO B3 | Fundamentals of Automotive Management and Services | 4 |
| AUTO B22 | Lower Engine Systems and Machining | 5 |
| AUTO B23 | Engine Assembly and Performance | 4 |
| AUTO B31 | Advanced Electrical and Electronic Systems | 5 |
| AUTO B34 | Advanced Engine Performance | 5 |
| AUTO B36 | Light Duty Diesel Performance | 4 |
| AUTO B39 | Level 1 and Level 2 Smog Inspector Training | 4 |
| AUTO B46 | Automatic Transmissions | 5 |
| AUTO B48 | Manual Transmissions and Drivetrain | 4 |
| AUTO B49 | Automotive Air Conditioning | 4 |