AUTOMOTIVE/ADVANCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE

Associate of Science Degree Automotive Technology · Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog

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.

CourseTitleUnits
Required Courses36
AUTO 065Smog Technician Diagnostic and Repair Procedures3
AUTO 101Introduction to Automotive Service and Repair: Underhood Service3
AUTO 103Introduction to Automotive Service and Repair: Undercar Service3
AUTO 106Automotive Electrical Tools and Diagnostic Procedures3
AUTO 107Introduction to Automotive Light Service3
AUTO 115Computerized Engine Controls and Diagnostics3
AUTO 130Level-I Smog Technician Training Course: Engine and Emission Control Fundamentals3
AUTO 135Level-II Smog Technician Training Course: Smog Check Inspection Procedures3
AUTO 150Engine Electrical Systems4
AUTO 157Automotive Specialized Electronics Training4
AUTO 160Upper End Engine Rebuilding and Machining4
Total36

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