# AUTOMOTIVE/ADVANCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE (Associate of Science Degree)

Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Automotive Technology

Source: https://riohondo.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/22178/25325/24035/25457/24160

### Description

The courses listed in the Associate of Science Degree comprise a comprehensive list of job skills needed to work in the specialized field of automotive advanced engine performance diagnostics. The skills developed during lecture and lab will enhance students’ ability to complete the industry-recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Tests A6 (Electrical/Electronic Systems), A8 (Engine Performance), and L1 (Advanced Engine Performance). The degree is designed to prepare students for transfer and/or entry-level employment as an automotive engine performance diagnostic technician.

To acquire the **Associate of Science Degree in Advanced Engine Performance**, students must complete the required major courses below with a grade of "C" or better or of “P” if the course was taken on a Pass/No Pass basis, along with either of the following: Rio Hondo College General Education (RHC GE) or California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC). California State University General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) or Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) may be used in some cases; please see a counselor for details.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 36 |
| AUTO 065 | Smog Technician Diagnostic and Repair Procedures | 3 |
| AUTO 101 | Introduction to Automotive Service and Repair: Underhood Service | 3 |
| AUTO 103 | Introduction to Automotive Service and Repair: Undercar Service | 3 |
| AUTO 106 | Automotive Electrical Tools and Diagnostic Procedures | 3 |
| AUTO 107 | Introduction to Automotive Light Service | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Computerized Engine Controls and Diagnostics | 3 |
| AUTO 130 | Level-I Smog Technician Training Course: Engine and Emission Control Fundamentals | 3 |
| AUTO 135 | Level-II Smog Technician Training Course: Smog Check Inspection Procedures | 3 |
| AUTO 150 | Engine Electrical Systems | 4 |
| AUTO 157 | Automotive Specialized Electronics Training | 4 |
| AUTO 160 | Upper End Engine Rebuilding and Machining | 4 |
| **Total** | | **36** |