Program: Undercar Specialist Certificate: 163A - Montgomery College

Montgomery College 2023-2024 Catalog

Apr 15, 2025

(R): 163A

This certificate curriculum prepares individuals for employment in the automotive service industry as a brake, suspension, steering, and alignment technician. The curriculum also prepares individuals for ASE A-4 (Suspension and Steering) and A-5 (Brakes) automobile technician certification exams. Credits may be applied to the automotive technology AAS.

Program Requirements

All students should review the Program Advising Guide and consult an advisor.

AUTO 101 - Introduction to Automotive Technology 3 semester hours
AUTO 140 - Suspension and Steering 5 semester hours
AUTO 150 - Brakes 5 semester hours
AUTO 161 - Automotive Electricity I 4 semester hours

Total Credit Hours: 17

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

Obtain gainful employment in the automotive service and repair (or related) industry.
Complete successfully the following National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) automobile technician certification exams: A-4 (Suspension and Steering) and A-5 (Brakes).