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Submitter's Information

Name

Jennifer Lewis

Title

Dean, Workforce Development and Continuing Education

Region

San Diego/Imperial

College

Southwestern College

CTE Dean

CTE Dean's Name

Jennifer Lewis

CTE Dean's Email

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Program Details

Program Title

Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology

Submission Type

New Program

TOPs Code

Alternative Fuels and Advanced Transportation Technology (094840)

Projected Start Date

08/01/24

Catalog Description

Catalog Description includes program requirements, prerequisite skills or enrollment limitations, students learning outcomes, and information relevant to program goal.

Based on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Certification Program (ASE). Courses fulfill the needs of beginning and advanced students and those in the field who require upgrading, emphasizing Electric Vehicle technologies. Prepares students for the National ASE Certification exams.

Enrollment Completer Projections

15

Program Proposal Attributes

Program Award Type(s) (Check all that apply)
  • A.S. Degree (S)
Program Goal

Program goals and objectives must address a valid transfer, occupational, basic skills, civic education, or lifelong learning purpose. Regional recommendation is only needed for programs with an occupational goal.

The program's goal is to create well-rounded students who can advance in various industry roles, including automotive service technicians, electric vehicle service technicians, alternative fuel service technicians, and hybrid vehicle service technicians. The program aims to provide the skills necessary for obtaining and retaining employment in the automotive industry. This includes the real-life application of lecture material in the lab to diagnose, service, and repair various vehicles. Throughout the program, students will also understand the importance of soft skills directly related to the automotive industry. After completing each course in the program, students will be prepared to obtain ASE industry certifications. This program will also assist students in continuing their educational pathways to complete an Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology.

Course Units and Hours

Total Certificate Units (Minimum and Maximum)

n/a

Units for Degree Major or Area of Emphasis (Minimum and Maximum)

42-52

Total Units for Degree (Minimum and Maximum)

52-65

Course Report

Program Requirements Narrative

Based on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Certification Program (ASE). Courses fulfill the needs of beginning and advanced students and those in the field who require upgrading. Emphasis on the technical repair of Electric, Hybrid, and Alternative fuel vehicle repair. Prepares students for the National ASE Certification exams. This certificate/degree in Automotive Electric Vehicle Technology requires the completion of 16 courses. It is designed to be completed within 4 semesters.

Program Requirements
CourseTitleUnitsYear/Semester
(Y1 or S1)
AT101Introduction to Basic Automotive Service3Y1/S1
AT102Automotive Science & Basic Mechanics3Y1/S1
AT 109 Automotive Braking Systems3Y1/S1
AT130Automotive Electrical Systems3Y1/S1
AT120Engine Performance3Y1/S2
AT131Automotive Heating, Cooling, & Air Conditioning3Y1/S2
AT140Engine Repair3Y1/S2
AT230Automotive Electronics3Y1/S2
AT220Engine Performance II3Y2.S1
AT110Automotive Suspension, Alignment & Steering3Y2.S1
AT234Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles3Y2.S1
AT236Manual  Transmission, Transaxles, & Final Drives3Y2.S1
AT190Introduction to Hybrid, Electric, & Alternative Fuel Vehicles1Y2.S1
AT191Basic Hybrid, Electric, and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Concepts2Y2.S1
AT 192Intermediate Hybrid, Electric, & Alternative Fuel Vehicle Electronics1Y2/S2
AT193Advanced Hybrid, Electric, & Alternative Fuel Vehicles Concepts2Y2/S2
Recommended Electives


AT290Cooperative Work Experience in Automotive Technology I
2-4
AT291Cooperative Work Experience in Automotive Technology II
2-4

AT292Cooperative Work Experience in Automotive Technology III
2-4

AT293Cooperative Work Experience in Automotive Technology IV
2-4

Plus GE






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Submission Details

Published at

05/19/23 - 09:17 AM

Status

Recommended

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Comments

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JL

Jennifer Lewis   ·  08/10/23

SWC supports (not sure if this counts) :)

JL

Jesse Lopez   ·  08/10/23

SDCC supports the new proposal based on COE's findings and a documented supply gap.

GD

George Dowden   ·  08/10/23

Cuyamaca supports

DJA

Dr. Javier Ayala   ·  08/07/23

Looks like a regular auto program. Support with more discussion.

MR

Monica Romero   ·  08/03/23

Mesa College supports this new progam.

DAT

Dr. Al Taccone   ·  08/03/23

MiraCosta College endorses.

JE

John Edwards   ·  06/05/23

Southwestern College submitted the appropriate LMI from the COE. The COE recommends proceeding with developing a program because 1) existing programs do not meet current EV needs; 2) a supply gap exists; 3) a high number of annual openings exist.