Automotive Electrical Systems Specialist Certificate

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This certificate curriculum prepares individuals for employment in the automotive service industry as an electrical systems technician. The curriculum also prepares individuals for the ASE A-6 (Electrical/Electronic Systems) and L-3 (Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist) automobile technician certification exam. Credits may be applied to the automotive technology AAS.

Program Requirements

All students should consult an advisor.

AUTO 101 - Introduction to Automotive Technology 3 semester hours
AUTO 161 - Automotive Electricity I 4 semester hours
AUTO 262 - Battery/Starting/Charging 3 semester hours
AUTO 263 - Chassis Circuits 4 semester hours
AUTO 264 - Hybrid/Electric Vehicles 2 semester hours

Total Credit Hours: 16

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 exam: A-6 (Electrical/Electronic Systems), L-3 (light duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist)