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Larry McLemore
Dean of CTE
San Diego/Imperial
Cuyamaca College
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Program Details
Automotive Technology
Program Modifications (formerly substantial changes)
Automotive Technology (094800)
08/01/21
The Automotive Technology degree has nine ASE core competencies for students without a sponsoring business. There is no work experience requirement. All laboratory courses are taught on campus using state of the art vehicles and equipment. The curriculum provides the necessary skills needed to join and advance in the automotive field. Students may further their education and skills by adding a specialization to this degree.
Enrollment completers are projected to be 30 per year.
Program Proposal Attributes
- Certificate of Achievement: 16 or greater semester (or 24 or greater quarter) units (C)
- A.S. Degree (S)
The automotive technology program offers innovative instruction alongside work-based experience, where students gain real world expertise. Education planning is the key to the automotive major pathways, as each student is provided a customized vision for the future. Majors and certificates are Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation (ASE) accredited. Students working toward an Associates of Science (A.S.) degree gain work competency by participating in a community of practice that includes mentoring technicians, managers, business owners, field service engineers, government representatives, faculty, counselors, and other student services. The program uses competency documentation through a digital portfolio, which generates a vast resume of industry and college certifications for a rewarding career. Consistent communication with industry leaders through required advisory meetings has created innovations to improve job placement and wage earnings. The Automotive Associates of Science specializations gained through work and study are transferable to many industries, making graduates valuable technical experts and future industry leaders through continuing education as lifelong learners.
Course Units and Hours
45
45
69-79
Course Report
Revision due to changes in AUTO course numbers.
Course Title Units
AUTO 099 Introduction to Automotive Technology 3
AUTO 100L Introduction to Automotive Technology Lab 1
AUTO 161 Electrical Diagnosis and Repair 2
AUTO 161L Electrical Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory 1
AUTO 161T Electrical Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 162 Electronics Diagnosis and Repair 2
AUTO 162L Electronics Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory 1
AUTO 162T Electronics Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 151 Brake System Diagnosis and Repair 2
AUTO 151L Brake System Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory 1
AUTO 151T Brake System Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Out 0.5
AUTO 171 Climate Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair 1
AUTO 171L Climate Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory 1
AUTO 171T Climate Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 143 Steering and Suspension Diagnosis and Repair 2
AUTO 143L Steering and Suspension Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory 1
AUTO 143T Steering and Suspension Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 144 Noise Vibration and Harshness Diagnosis 0.5
AUTO 144L Noise Vibration and Harshness Diagnosis Laboratory 1
AUTO 144T Noise Vibration and Harshness Diagnosis Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 131 Manual Transmission and Transaxle Repair 1
AUTO 131L Manual Transmission and Transaxle Repair Laboratory 1
AUTO 131T Manual Transmission and Transaxle Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 132 Differential and 4WD System Diagnosis and Repair 1
AUTO 132L Differential and 4WD System Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory 1
AUTO 132T Differential and 4WD System Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 121 Automatic Transmission Theory and Operation 2
AUTO 121L Automatic Transmission Theory and Operation Laboratory 1
AUTO 121T Automatic Transmission Theory and Operation Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 194 Diesel Engine Performance and Diagnosis 2
AUTO 194L Diesel Engine Performance and Diagnosis Laboratory 1
AUTO 194T Diesel Engine Performance and Diagnosis Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 181 Engine Performance I Ignition and Fuel Systems 2
AUTO 181L Engine Performance I Ignition and Fuel Systems Laboratory 1
AUTO 181T Engine Performance I Ignition and Fuel Systems Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 183 Engine Performance II Intake Exhaust and Emission Systems 2
AUTO 183L Engine Performance II Intake Exhaust and Emission Systems Laboratory 1
AUTO 183T Engine Performance II Intake Exhaust and Emission Systems Assessment Test Out 0.5
AUTO 111 Engine Diagnosis and Repair 2
AUTO 111L Engine Diagnosis and Repair Laboratory 1
AUTO 111T Engine Diagnosis and Repair Assessment Test Out 0.5
Total Required 45
Plus General Education Requirements
Certificate of Achievement
Students who complete only the major requirements above qualify for a Certificate in Automotive Technology. An official request must be filed with the Admissions and Records Office prior to the deadline as stated in the Academic Calendar.
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Submission Details
04/29/21 - 12:17 PM
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Molly Ash Super User · 04/29/21
Jennifer Lewis · 03/12/21 Southwestern supports this program modification. Jesse Lopez · 03/11/21 Based on available LMI and COE's endorsement, Miramar College also supports the program modification. Nichol Roe · 03/11/21 Palomar College supports this program Nichol Roe · 03/11/21 Palomar College supports this program modification Tina Recalde · 03/11/21 SD Mesa supports this program modification. Dr. Javier Ayala · 03/10/21 Endorse Dr. Al Taccone · 03/08/21 MiraCosta College recommends this modification. Tina Ngo Bartel · 03/06/21 Cuyamaca College submitted the appropriate LMI from the COE. There is a supply gap (110 annual job openings), entry-level wages are $14.69 and median wages are $20.74. Based on available LMI, the COE report supports the program modification. The COE also recommends that colleges communicate to students that the occupation’s entry-level wages are below the living wage, suggesting that more training and experience are needed for workers in this occupation to reach median wage levels.