Automotive Technology

Learn by Doing

Automotive technology is a study of the complete automobile divided into a subsystem approach. This program of study explores and instructs students in the operation of all automotive systems. Processes are emphasized including problem solving, repair procedures, service techniques, diagnostic analysis, and shop safety. All automotive system instruction meets Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) guidelines and National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) certification.

Program Awards

Our Automotive Technology programs are included in the Applied Technology & Hospitality Management field of study and offer these awards:

Award	Location	Estimated Completion	Program Map
Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology, Associate in Science Degree: Career/Technical	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Automotive Technology, Associate in Science Degree: Career/Technical	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Advanced Emission Specialist, Certificate of Achievement	Chula Vista	# Semesters	Advanced Emission Specialist
Automotive Performance Systems, Certificate of Achievement	Chula Vista	# Semesters	Automotive Performance Systems
Automotive Technology, Certificate of Achievement	Chula Vista	# Semesters	Automotive Technology
Automotive Brake and Suspension Systems (ABS and Four-Wheel Alignment), Certificate of Proficiency	Chula Vista	# Semesters	Automotive Brake and Suspension Systems
Automotive HVAC Specialist, Certificate of Proficiency	Chula Vista	# Semesters

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