Automotive Electricity and Electronics
Certificate of Achievement Trade & Industry · Palomar College · 2026-2027 Catalog
This program will prepare students for entry-level positions as electrical/electronic automotive technicians.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Apply basic and advanced concepts of electricity and electronics in today's automobiles.
- Use digital multimeters to test electrical circuits and use a scan tool to communicate with vehicle powertrain control computers.
- Read and follow manufacturers' wiring diagrams to troubleshoot and diagnose today's complex automotive electronic circuits.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Program Requirements | 18 | |
| AT 100 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
| AT 105 | Automotive Electricity and Electronics | 3 |
| AT 110 | Automotive Engine Performance | 3 |
| AT 115 | Automotive Fuel Injection and Fuel Systems | 3 |
| AT 165 | Automotive Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems | 3 |
| AT 210 | Automotive Specialized Electronics | 3 |
| Total | 18 | |