# Automotive Chassis and Drive Lines (Certificate of Achievement)

Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Trade & Industry

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The program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the automotive industry, with emphasis on transmissions and transaxles, drivelines, suspension systems, and brake components.

Learning Outcome(s):

1.  Identify key components and functions of modern automotive transmissions and transaxles, and explain how gear ratios affect torque output.
2.  Identify the components and operation of steering and suspension systems, and perform wheel alignments using the latest technological equipment.
3.  Troubleshoot and repair the hydraulic, mechanical, and electronic functions of modern automotive brake systems, including power, drum, and disc brakes.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Program Courses** | | 18 |
| AT 100 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
| AT 105 | Automotive Electricity and Electronics | 3 |
| AT 120 | Automotive Transmissions, Transaxles, and Drive Lines | 3 |
| AT 130 | Automotive Brake Systems | 3 |
| AT 135 | Automotive Suspension, Wheels, and Steering Systems | 3 |
| AT 210 | Automotive Specialized Electronics | 3 |
| **Total** | | **18** |