# Automotive Drive Trains (Certificate of Achievement)

Yuba College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Automotive Technology

Source: https://yc.yccd.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Yuba-College-Catalog-26.pdf#page=68

The Automotive Drive Trains certificate is designed to prepare individuals for careers in the automotive industry as drivetrains technicians. The curriculum covers topics in gas, diesel, and hybrid engines. The certificate also develops skills in the diagnosis and repair of manual and automatic transmissions, and mobile hydraulic systems. The program includes both classroom instruction and hands-on training in a lab setting. Graduates of this program are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform basic and advanced repairs on automotive drivetrain systems.

Students who complete this program should be able to:

1. Analyze issues pertaining to drive trains whether in electrical or mechanical in nature.
2. Calculate the differences between the three basic types of gear ratios: reduction, direct, and overdrive.
3. Differentiate the appropriate fluid for various types of transmissions.

**Required courses**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AUTO-21 | Introduction to Automobiles | 3 |
| AUTO-51.20 | Automotive Technical Skills | 3 |
| AUTO-52.30 | Manual Drivetrains/Gas/Diesel Vehicle | 3 |
| AUTO-52.62A | Auto Transmission/Transaxle Exp | 1 |
| AUTO-52.62B | Manual Drivetrain/Axles Experience | 1 |
| AUTO-53.31 | Automatic Transmission/Gas and Diesel Vehicle | 4 |
| AUTO-53.22 | Hydraulics (Fluid Power) | 3 |
| **Total units required for certificate** | | **18** |