Engine Performance Option
Certificate of Achievement (Transcripted) Automotive Technology · Santa Ana College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Program Code: SAC.AUEPO.CA
Program Control Number: 13462
The certificate in engine performance is designed to prepare students for entry into the specialized field of diagnosing, testing, and repairing computer-controlled ignition, fuel, and emission systems. Students will focus on modern computer-controlled vehicles, emphasizing diagnosing faulty sensors, emission control devices, electrical systems, and scan tool usage.
Learning Outcome(s):
- Explain modern vehicle on-board diagnostic systems.
- Apply diagnostic repair procedures on modern vehicles.
- Describe the function and operation of vehicle computer networking systems.
- Demonstrate skills in locating service information and procedures related to advanced engine performance systems.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core course | 3 | |
| AUTO 102 | Introduction to Automotive | 3 |
| Required courses | 10 | |
| AUTO 116 | Electrical Fundamentals | 5 |
| AUTO 118 | Engine Performance | 5 |
| Electives - choose one course (Complete 3.0 units of AUTO 299 if chosen as elective.) | 3 | |
| AUTO 105 | Automotive Workplace Skills | 3 |
| orAUTO 119 | Light Vehicle Diesel Engines | 3 |
| orAUTO 284 | Automotive Emerging Technologies | 3 |
| orAUTO 299 | Work Experience - Automotive | 3 |
| Total | 16 | |