Automatic Transmission Certificate
Division: Career Technical Education
PROGRAM CODE: 2C40649
The Automatic Transmission Certificate is designed to provide the student with entry level employment skills needed in the area of automatic transmission service and repair. A student can seek employment in new car dealerships, specialty repair shops, and franchise automotive repair facilities. The course work will develop a student’s understanding of automatic transmission operation, components, service procedures, and rebuilding techniques. This certificate requires a total of 18 units. A grade of C or better is required in each course taken.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses (18 units): | ||
| AUTO 120 F | Automatic Transmission Fundamentals (formerly AUTO 086 F) | 3 |
| AUTO 121 F | Automatic Transmissions (formerly AUTO 084 F) | 8 |
| AUTO 160 F | Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems (formerly AUTO 065 F) | 5 |
| AUTO 195 F | Automotive Specialty Practice (formerly AUTO 050 F) | 2 |
| Total Units | 18 | |
Program Level Student Learning Outcomes
OUTCOME 1: Identify and practice safe work habits when using tools and equipment in an automotive repair shop.
OUTCOME 2: Inspect, identify, and repair automatic transmission/transaxle malfunctions following manufacturer procedures and specifications.
OUTCOME 3: Perform a wide array of preventative maintenance, service, and repair procedures related to automatic transmissions and automatic transaxles.
OUTCOME 4: Using a vehicle repair order, explain and record vehicle inspection and repair procedures performed using the industry recognized concern, cause, and correction format.
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