Certificate in Automotive Underhood Service and Repair

The courses listed in the Automotive Underhood Service and Repair Certificate of Achievement are selected to provide a competent level of job skills needed for a technician specializing in underhood maintenance and light repair. The Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare an individual for employment or provide the skills needed for career advancement in the automotive industry. This Certificate of Achievement prepares students for careers as a preventative maintenance technician, lube technician, A/C service technician, electrical and electronics technician, and technician apprentice.

Certificate of Achievement Level Student Learning Outcomes

Students completing the Automotive Underhood Service and Repair Certificate of Achievement will:

  1. Be able to perform engine related, climate control or charging/starting system maintenance and light repair to the level required of an ASE G1 certified level technician.
Required courses:
AUTO 141Engine Mechanical Service and Repair2
AUTO 146Automotive Electrical & Electronic Systems4
AUTO 147Automotive Climate Control Systems Service and Repair2
AUTO 148Engine Management Systems Service and Repair4
Total Units12

1-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.

*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Fall Term 1Units
AUTO 140A Automotive Safety and Inspection 2
AUTO 146 Automotive Electrical & Electronic Systems 4
 Units6
Winter Term 1
AUTO 141 Engine Mechanical Service and Repair 2
 Units2
Spring Term 1
AUTO 148 Engine Management Systems Service and Repair 4
 Units4
Summer Term 1
AUTO 147 Automotive Climate Control Systems Service and Repair 2
 Units2
 Total Units14

Career Opportunities

There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.

To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.