General Automotive Service Technician
Certificate of Achievement Automotive Technology · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
This program prepares students for entry-level employment as automotive service and repair technicians. Basic automotive maintenance and service operations are stressed to allow students to be immediately productive on the job. Safety and environmental protection are also stressed. Consumer protection and professional ethics are covered in depth.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct vehicle inspections and perform basic diagnostics using scan tools and equipment.
- Apply knowledge of advanced diagnostic procedures to identify mechanical and electronic faults.
- Comply with personal and environmental safety practices associated with clothing, eye protection, hand tools, power equipment, proper ventilation, and the handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals/materials in accordance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulation.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement (CA): | ||
| Choose one group: | 12 | |
| Group 1: | 12 | |
| AUTOTEC 450 | General Automotive Technician A | 12 |
| Group 2: | 12 | |
| AUTOTEC 10 | Service and Repair | 4 |
| AUTOTEC 417 | Brakes | 4 |
| AUTOTEC 418 | Suspension and Steering Systems | 4 |
| Choose one group: | 9-12 | |
| Group 1: | 12 | |
| AUTOTEC 455 | General Automotive Technician B | 12 |
| Group 2: | 9 | |
| AUTOTEC 15 | Auto Electricity and Electronics | 2 |
| AUTOTEC 416 | Basic Automotive Air Conditioning Systems | 2 |
| AUTOTEC 422 | Fuel, Ignition, and Emission Control Systems | 5 |
| Total | 21-24 | |
Other Information
Manufacturing, Industrial Design, and Transportation
Local Program (Major) Code: L446
Program Control Number: 15528
TOP Code: 0948.00*
CIP Code: 47.0604