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Automotive Master

Certificate of Achievement
2022-2023

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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.
Required Core: (56 Units) Units
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
List A:Select One (4 Units)
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
Units Category Units
Total Units 60