Automotive Service Technician
Certificate of Achievement Automotive Technology · Yuba College · 2026-2027 Catalog
This certificate prepares the student for an entry-level position in the automotive industry. Emphasis will be placed on performing vehicle inspections, new car preparation, basic engine service, cooling system maintenance, battery testing, tire service including balancing, disc and drum brake service, basic front and rear suspension service and general automotive maintenance.
Students who complete this program should be able to:
- Demonstrate fundamental technical skills essential for all automotive service and repair technicians, specifically in the area of brake systems. This includes proficiency in tool selection, usage, and maintenance, practical measurement techniques, as well as understanding of terminology and system functions.
- Demonstrate fundamental technical skills essential for all automotive service and repair technicians, specifically in the area heating air-conditioning and ventilation This includes proficiency in tool selection, usage, and maintenance, practical measurement techniques, as well as understanding of terminology and system functions.
- Demonstrate fundamental technical skills essential for all automotive service and repair technicians, specifically in the area of suspension systems. This includes proficiency in tool selection, usage, and maintenance, practical measurement techniques, as well as understanding of terminology and system functions.
Required courses
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| AUTO-21 | Introduction to Automobiles | 3 |
| AUTO-51.20 | Automotive Technical Skills | 3 |
| AUTO-52.36 | Heating and Air Conditioning Systems | 3 |
| AUTO-52.40 | Brake Systems | 4 |
| AUTO-52.41 | Alignment and Suspension | 4 |
| AUTO-52.81 | Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicles | 2 |
| Complete 1 unit from the following: | ||
| AUTO-52.61A | Engine Repair Experience | 1 |
| AUTO-52.62C | Alignment and Suspension Experience | 1 |
| AUTO-52.62D | Brakes Experience | 1 |
| AUTO-52.62E | Heating and Air Conditioning Exp | 1 |
| Total units required for certificate | 20 | |