# ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND FUEL CELL TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN (Certificate of Achievement)

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

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### Description

The Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology Technician Certificate of Achievement prepares students to address needs in the emerging field of servicing and diagnosing green vehicles, including electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fuel cell automobiles. Hydrogen safety and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 2 regulations are discussed in this course of study. Student will need to apply for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Light Duty/Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist Test (L3), and pay all applicable fees to take the final ASE exam.

To acquire the **Certificate of Achievement in Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology Technician**, it is necessary to complete the following courses:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required Courses** | | 14 |
| AUTO 147 | Introduction to Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology | 3 |
| AUTO 157 | Automotive Specialized Electronics Training | 4 |
| AUTO 260 | Advanced Hybrid/Electric Vehicle | 4 |
| AUTO 266 | Fuel Cell Technology Fundamentals | 3 |
| **Total** | | **14** |