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Christopher Moore
Professor
North/Far North
American River College
CTE Dean
Gary Aguilar
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Program Details
Green Vehicle Technology
New Program
Automotive Technology (094800)
08/16/24
This program prepares students for entry-level positions in the automotive industry with emphasis on alternative fuel and electric vehicle drive systems and complete automotive systems diagnosis and repair. It covers the various technologies used in the alternative fuel and electric vehicles of today. Major emphasis is on electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, and fuel cell technology. Alternative fuels such as compressed natural gas and biodiesel are also covered. It prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications A-2 through A-8, L-3, andF-1.
Anticipated Number of Annual Program Completers (at the end of year 1 or 2):24
Anticipated Number of Annual Program Completers (at the end of year 5): 60
Program Proposal Attributes
- A.S. Degree (S)
Career Technical Education
The goal of the Green Vehicle Technology A.S. Degree program is to provide students with a clear pathway towards a career in alternative fuel vehicle service. This program will ensure students are ready to meet the changing demands of the automotive industry as California approaches the 2035 zero emission vehicle mandate.
Course Units and Hours
n/a
49
70
Course Report
To provide students with a clear pathway towards a career in green vehicle service and repair, they will complete coursework in EV, gas/electric hybrid, fuel cell, and alternative fuel vehicle theory and construction, with an emphasis on diagnosis and repair of emerging technologies.
| Course | Title | Units | Year/Semester (Y1 or S1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT100 or AT103 | Technical Basics for the Automotive Professional (3) | 3 | S1 |
| AT105 | Mathematics for Automotive Technology | 3 | S1 |
| AT110 | Automotive Brakes | 3 | S1 |
| AT130 | Manual Drive Trains and Axles | 3 | S2 |
| AT180 | Automotive Data Acquisition | 3 | S1 |
| AT181 | Electrical Fundamentals and Multimeter Basics | 3 | S1 |
| AT310 | Heating and Air-Conditioning Systems | 3 | S2 |
| AT311 | Suspension and Steering Systems | 3 | S2 |
| AT330 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 | S2 |
| AT331 | Advanced Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 | S3 |
| AT332 | Engine Performance & Electronic Engine Controls | 6 | S3 |
| AT341 | Alternative Fuels and Advanced Technology Vehicles | 3 | S4 |
| AT343 | Electric Vehicle Construction, Diagnosis and Repair | 3 | S4 |
| AT345 | Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology, Service and Repair | 3 | S4 |
| AT347 | Advanced Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology Service and Repair | 3 | S4 |
| AT140 or AT298 | Work Experience in Automotive Technology | 1 | S3 |
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03/16/23 - 01:40 PM
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