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Automotive Master
Certificate of Achievement
2022-2023
About the Program
Automotive technicians are in high demand in California and throughout the U.S., but there is a lack of trained professionals to meet this demand. This shortage of well-trained technicians has been caused by advances in computerized engine controls, evolving emissions regulations, and development of alternative technologies driven by the ever-escalating cost of fuel. The Las Positas College Automotive Technology program can provide the skills necessary to qualify as trained entry-level technicians, as well as for career advancement. Students work side by side and hands-on with industry professionals in a fully equipped and up-to-date facility.
About the Certificate
The LPC Automotive Master Certificate can provide the skills necessary for students
to qualify as trained entry-level technicians,
as well as for career advancement. Students work side-by-side and hands-on with industry
professionals in a fully equipped and up-to-date facility.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities include Teaching, Automotive Technician, Automotive Parts Personnel,
Automotive Management, Shop
Owners, and Automotive Performance Personnel.
Program Outcomes
- Upon completion of Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Master, students are able to diagnose engine mechanical issues.
- Upon completion of Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Master, students are able to diagnose electrical issues.
- Upon completion of Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Master, students are able
to diagnose emission issues.
Course | Units |
---|---|
AUTO LABA Automotive Lab | 2 |
AUTO LABB Automotive Lab Advanced | 2 |
AUTO L1 Advanced Engine Performance | 5 |
AUTO L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicles | 4 |
AUTO A1 Engine Repair | 4 |
AUTO A2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle | 4 |
AUTO A3 Manual Drive Train and Axles | 4 |
AUTO A4 Suspension and Steering | 4 |
AUTO A5 Brakes | 4 |
AUTO A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems | 5 |
AUTO A7 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 |
AUTO A8 Engine Performance | 5 |
AUTO A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines | 4 |
AUTO SDR Specified Diagnostic and Repair | 5 |
Course | Units |
---|---|
Option 1: | |
AUTO INTR Automotive Service and Introduction | 4 |
Option 2: | |
AUTO INTL Automotive Service and Introduction Hands-On Lab and | 2 |
AUTO INTZ Automotive Service and Introduction Lecture | 2 |
Units Category | Units |
---|---|
Total Units | 60 |
Updated: July 2022