Certificate - Automotive Technology Short-Term

The Automotive Technology program prepares students for employment in many areas of the automotive field including dealerships, independent garages, fleet shops, service stations and specialty shops which cover areas such as tune-ups and brakes. Students may enter the program only in the first quarter. The one-year certificate requires completion of any three quarters of the automotive technology program and the four related classes identified in footnote 1. This flexible schedule also enables students to receive short-term certificates while pursuing their degree. Students must complete all courses with a 2.0 grade or better before advancing to subsequent quarters.

The automotive technology short-term certificate program prepares students for employment in many areas of the automotive field including dealerships, independent garages, fleet shops, service stations and specialty shops which cover areas such as tune-ups and brakes.  Students must complete all courses with a 2.0 grade or better.

Offered At

Start

Fall, Winter, Spring

Website

https://scc.spokane.edu/What-to-Study/Hands-on-Building-Trades/Automotive

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe how an automotive heating, ventilation, and air-conditions system works.
2. Discuss the refrigerants used and their impact on the environment.
3. Explain airflow management and sensors and actuators used.
4. Comprehend the refrigerant recycle importance and effects on the environment.
5. Discuss engine constructions, energy and power of an engine.
6. Discuss compression ratio, torque and horsepower.
7. Discuss synthetic engine oils and their advantages.
8. Discuss hybrids engine precautions.
9. Learn theory and principles of computerized engine controls, automotive exhaust emissions, and fuel injection and ignition systems.
10. Working knowledge of the brake system and component identification.
11. Basic knowledge of the diagnostic process of the brak system.
12. Working knowledge of the suspension system and component identification.
13. Working knowledge of the alignment equipment and basic adjustments.
14. Principles of late model automatic transmissions, transaxles and sub-assemblies.
15. Operation of automotive manual transmissions and transaxles, differential, transfer case, drive line, and constant velocity joints.
16. Diagnose and repair automotive electrical and electronic systems to industry standards (*ASE/NATEF).
17. Use multi-meters, scopes, test lights, etc. properly to perform repairs and diagnostics.

Typical Student Schedule

Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.