Powertrain Specialist
Certificate of Achievement Automotive Technology · Golden West College · 2026-2027 Catalog
This program prepares students for careers as automotive service technicians. The curriculum aligns with four areas of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) technician certification program. This prepares students who are entering the workforce for the first time as well as those in the workforce who want to improve their skills to advance their careers. Upon completion of this program, students will have developed the skills required to diagnose and repair complex vehicle systems.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Diagnose powertrain related systems using industry accepted diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Assess powertrain components using precision measuring tools and comparing findings to published manufacturer's specification.
- Perform a powertrain system repair procedure utilizing published Service Information (SI) procedures.
Potential careers students may enter upon completion are as follows:
- Automotive service and repair
- Fleet service
- Public transportation
- Automotive aftermarket industry
- Marine repair
REQUIREMENTS
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