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      "markdown": "This is the third of a three series certificate which prepares students to transition to Santa Ana College's Automotive Technology Program or obtain entry-level employment in the automotive technology field. Students learn about the primary automotive systems used in modern vehicles, such as electrical, ignition, fuel, braking, as well as engine tear-down, engine assembly, engine diagnosis, repair of gasoline automotive engines, and accurate engine measurement. In addition, students learn about the theory, operation, diagnosis, and service procedures of automatic and manual transmissions and transaxles. Four-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, axles, driveshafts, and constant velocity axles are covered, as well as safe and correct hands-on testing and service procedures.  Students will be equipped with the skills and theory necessary to perform maintenance on modern vehicle systems, repair engines, and service transmissions and transaxles. The High School 190 Math for College and Career Readiness course is designed to help students learn and apply basic math skills in the context of automotive service. In VBUS 243 Introduction to Customer Service Skills, VBUS 400 Employability Skills, or ESL 520 English for Work 2, students learn soft skills that are beneficial in working in any auto technology environment.\n\n**Learning Outcome(s):**\n\n1.  Apply the knowledge and skills they gained to start their career pathway in automotive technology."
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