AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Associate of Science Degree Automotive Technology · Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The courses listed in the Associate of Science Degree are comprised of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to enter the automotive field. The skills developed during class will enhance the student’s ability to complete the industry-recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Tests A-1 through A-8, Automotive Technician. The Degree is designed to prepare an individual for transfer and/or entry-level employment as an Automobile Technician.
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Automotive Technology, 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 | 35 | |
| AUTO 107 | Introduction to Automotive Light Service | 3 |
| AUTO 140 | Body and Chassis Electrical Systems | 4 |
| AUTO 150 | Engine Electrical Systems | 4 |
| AUTO 160 | Upper End Engine Rebuilding and Machining | 4 |
| AUTO 200 | Suspension, Steering, and Alignment Service | 4 |
| AUTO 210 | Automotive Brake Systems | 4 |
| AUTO 220 | Manual Drive Trains and Axles | 4 |
| AUTO 230 | Automatic Transmission/Transaxle | 4 |
| AUTO 240 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 |
| Total | 35 | |