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Automotive Smog Technician

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 Automotive Smog Technician Certificate of Achievement will provide the skills necessary for students to qualify as trained entry-level technicians, as well as for career advancement. This program focuses on the rules and regulations of the California Smog Program and will prepare student to gain their California Smog licenses. This programs focus is on the diagnosis and repair of smog controlled vehicles in California. 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 the Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Smog Technician, students are able to apply for and take the California Smog test.
  • Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Smog Technician, students are able to diagnose emission issues.
  • Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Smog Technician, students are able to diagnose engine mechanical issues.
Required Core: (25.5 Units) Units
Course Units
AUTO LABA Automotive Lab 2
AUTO A1 Engine Repair 4
AUTO A2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle 4
AUTO A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems 5
AUTO L1L2 Smog Level One and Level Two 5.5
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 29.5