Automotive Technology - Honda, Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT)
Certificate of Achievement Automotive Technology · Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog
About the Program
Program Goal: Career
GE Pattern(s):
Program Code: 37972.01CA
See AS Degree in Automotive Technology - Honda, Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT).
Admission to the Program:
See AS Degree in Automotive Technology - Honda, Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT).
Program Learning Outcome(s): Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:
- Explain the principles of operation and maintenance required to repair all systems of the modern automobile with emphasis on Honda and Acura automobiles.
- Safely and correctly maintain, diagnose and repair specific areas of the vehicle with emphasis on Honda and Acura automobiles.
- Effectively communicate vehicle diagnoses, repair procedures, and maintenance recommendations, accurately documenting all work performed in accordance with industry standards.
- Apply the state and federal regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Association (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of industry-standard tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Apply safe work habits and practices.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | 49.5 | |
| AUT 6 | Automotive Electrical Systems Lecture | 2 |
| AUT 7 | Automotive Electrical Systems Lab | 2 |
| AUT 8 | Auto Engines Lecture | 3 |
| AUT 9 | Automotive Engines Lab | 3 |
| AUT 20 | Automotive Brakes/Suspension and Steering Systems Lecture | 3 |
| AUT 21 | Automotive Brakes/Suspension and Steering Systems Lab | 3 |
| AUT 22 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Lecture | 2 |
| AUT 23 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Lab | 2 |
| AUT 30 | Gas/Diesel Engine Performance Lecture | 5 |
| AUT 31 | Gas/Diesel Engine Performance Lab | 5 |
| AUT 52 | Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles Lecture | 3 |
| AUT 53 | Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles Lab | 3 |
| AUT 56 | Manual Transmissions/Drivetrains Lecture | 2 |
| AUT 57 | Manual Transmissions/Drivetrains Lab | 2 |
| AUT 60 | EV, Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Technologies | 2 |
| AUT 81 | Honda PACT Employment Preparation I | 3 |
| AUT 82 | Honda PACT Employment Preparation II | 3 |
| AUT 83 | Honda PACT Skills Certification | 1.5 |
| Total | 49.5 | |