Automotive Service and Technology
Associate of Science (AS) Automotive Service and Technology · Santa Barbara City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The A.S. degree is designed for second year automotive students. The well-rounded student graduating from the program will be a leader, prepared to own or manage a business or to transfer to a four-year university. Students can complete courses required for the one-year certificate in the first year of study. Advanced automotive courses can be taken with general education requirements during the second year. Second year students often work in a part-time job and receive credit for Automotive Work Experience.
Requirements
Associate Degree Graduation Requirements
Complete all of the following:
- All Major Requirements listed below with a “C” or better or “P” in each course (at least 20% of the major requirements must be completed through SBCC).
- One of the following General Education options:
- OPTION 1: SBCC General Education pattern OR
- OPTION 2: Cal-GETC pattern
- A minimum of 60 semester units of degree-applicable college credit (SBCC courses numbered 100 and higher and C1000 and higher).
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in degree-applicable coursework.
- A minimum of 12 units through SBCC.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements | ||
| Required Core | ||
| AUTO 120 | Automotive Business and Soft Skills | 4 |
| AUTO 130 | Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair | 4.5 |
| AUTO 140 | Automotive Engines | 4.5 |
| AUTO 150 | Automotive Brakes, Suspension, & Steering Systems | 4.5 |
| AUTO 160 | Automotive Electricity and Electronic Systems | 4.5 |
| AUTO 170 | Automotive Engine Performance | 4.5 |
| AUTO 180 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 190 | Automotive Drivetrain Systems | 4.5 |
| AUTO 200 | Automotive Advanced Diagnosis | 3 |
| AUTO 210 | Automotive Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Systems | 4.5 |
| Total Units | 41.50 | |
Learning Outcomes
- Students will develop skills to advance their knowledge as automotive technicians.
- Students will conduct themselves on the job as professionals, including practicing safety precautions to prevent accidents.
- Students will become lifelong learners and advocates for the automotive industry.
Recommended Sequence
Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.
How to schedule an Academic Counseling appointment.