Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicles - Certificate of Achievement

Fall 2024
Catalog Description
The Automotive Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicles Technology Certificate of Achievement will provide learning opportunities related to hybrid and electric vehicle systems, servicing, diagnosis and repairs.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities in the automotive and related transportation industries worldwide include technician, system specialist and supervisor. For current wage and demand information, please visit the California Employment Development Department https://edd.ca.gov/ search for "Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics."
0948.00 - Automotive Technology*
47.0604 - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of the program the student should be able to:
  1. prepared to obtain employment in the automotive industry;
  2. demonstrate the expertise needed to perform vehicle maintenance, service, diagnosis, and repair of current vehicles;
  3. display the confidence to perform automotive operations in a timely and professional manner with limited supervision;
  4. demonstrate an ethical code conforming to the highest standards of the automotive industry.
Required Courses
22.5
ATEC 1 (same as APAU 9747)
Automotive Engines (Active)
4.0
ATEC 6A (same as APAU 9725)
Automotive Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals (Active)
4.0
ATEC 6B (same as APAU 9748)
Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems (Active)
3.0
ATEC 8 (same as APAU 9727)
Automotive Air and Fuel Delivery Systems (Historical)
4.0
ATEC 50 (same as APAU 9724)
Introduction to Automotive Technology (Active)
3.0
ATEC 94 (same as APAU 9754)
Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (Active)
4.5
Total: 22.5