# Automotive Technology (Associate in Science)

Chabot College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Automotive Technology

Source: https://chabot.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/4077/4078/6084/6121/6234

#### Description

Students completing the Chabot Automotive Technology Degree will have obtained theoretical and practical experiences in the following Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) subject areas: A1-A8, C1, L1, L3, and L4 (Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems - ADAS),. In addition to encompassing all aspects of modern vehicles, the degree includes general education courses that provide for a well-rounded professional who is prepared for current and future opportunities in transportation and mobility related industries.

#### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1.  obtain employment in the automotive industry;
2.  demonstrate the expertise needed to perform vehicle maintenance, service, diagnosis, and repair of current vehicles;
3.  display the confidence to perform automotive operations in a timely and professional manner with limited supervision;
4.  demonstrate an ethical code conforming to the highest standards of the automotive industry.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ATEC 1 | Automotive Engines (Active) | 4 |
| ATEC 2 | Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles (Active) | 3 |
| ATEC 3 | Automotive Manual Transmissions and Transaxles (Active) | 3 |
| ATEC 4 | Automotive Suspension and Steering (Active) | 3 |
| ATEC 5 | Automotive Braking Systems (Active)** | 3 |
| ATEC 6A | Automotive Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals (Active)* | 4 |
| ATEC 6B | Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems (Active)* | 3 |
| ATEC 7 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems (Historical)*** | 2.5 |
| ATEC 8 | Automotive Air and Fuel Delivery Systems (Historical)* | 4 |
| ATEC 10 | Automotive Advanced Engine Performance (Active)* | 3 |
| ATEC 50 | Introduction to Automotive Technology (Active) | 3 |
| ATEC 75 | Automotive Service Consultant (Historical) | 3 |
| ATEC 92 | Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems (Active) | 3 |
| ATEC 94 | Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (Active) | 4.5 |
| **Total** | | **68** |

#### Other Information

Discipline: Industrial Technology & Automotive

Program Control Number: 01070

TOP Code: 094800 - Automotive Technology

CIP Code: 47.0604 - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician