Noncredit Automotive Technology
33 courses · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026
NAUT A1 Engine Repair
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INT and NAUT INTL) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently
An in depth study of engines: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. A study of the above mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. This class’ emphasis is on engines. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT A2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INT and NAUT INTL) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently
An in depth study of engine, transmission, transaxles: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. An in-depth study of the above mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT A3 Manual Drive Train and Axles
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently.
An in-depth study of manual gearboxes, rear axle, front axle, and transfer cases: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. Including theory, teardown, qualifying, and rebuilding. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT A4 Suspension and Steering
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently
Diagnosis, evaluation, testing, adjustment, alignment and repair of steering and suspension systems. Including all common automotive steering and suspension systems both car and truck. Future systems will also be covered. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT A5 Brakes
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently
Diagnosis, evaluation, inspection, adjustment, and repair of braking, antilock braking systems, traction control and related devices. Class will involve California State law regarding brake and safety inspections. Includes the material on the California Brake Adjuster’s Licensing Examination. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INT and NAUT INTL) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently
Automotive electrical/electronic systems, including electrical circuits, Ohm's Law, battery, starting, charging, ignition, fuel, accessories, brakes, chassis, suspension, steering, HVAC, and wiring systems. Emphasis on diagnosis of electrical troubles, assembly, repair of components, and diagnostic equipment usage. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT A7 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently.
Diagnosing, evaluation, testing, adjustment, and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Includes heat and energy, psychometrics, air flow, refrigerant recycling, equipment and controls. Student will be prepared to pass a nationally recognized HVAC certificate program, required by all California HVAC repair shops. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT A8 Engine Performance
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently
Principles of automotive fuel induction, ignition and emission control systems, including inspection, diagnosis and repair of fuel and emission control systems/components governed by federal and state laws and standards. Electrical diagnosis of emission control systems. Relation of chassis and body systems to emissions. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently
An in depth study of diesel engines: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. A study of the above mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. Diesel engine performance including emissions, turbos, exhaust and intake systems. This class’s emphasis is on diesel engines and diesel engine performance/emissions. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Laboratory concurrently.
NAUT AMPL Automotive Audio System Building Lab
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- hours lecture, 20 hours laboratory
- Corequisite
- NAUT AMPZ
From how to get started to upsetting the neighbors. Choosing a deck, speakers, amps, subwoofers, crossovers, boxes, insulation, capacitors, wiring, EQ, and the rest. How to apply Ohms law and Watts law yes, you need these! Proper setup and tuning are included. This section is the lab component. Lecture class (AMP) must be also taken.
NAUT AMPZ Automotive Audio System Building
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 20 hours lecture
- Corequisite
- NAUT AMPL
From how to get started to upsetting the neighbors. Choosing a deck, speakers, amps, subwoofers, crossovers, boxes, insulation, capacitors, wiring, EQ, and the rest. How to apply Ohms law and Watts law yes, you need these! Proper setup and tuning are included. This is the Lecture portion of the class. The Lab section (AMPL) must also be taken.
NAUT CA1 Engine Repair Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture-only and non-credit. An in depth study of engines: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. A study of the above mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. This class’ emphasis is on engines.
NAUT CA2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. An in depth study of engine, transmission, transaxles: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. An in-depth study of the above mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding.
NAUT CA3 Manual Drive Train and Axles Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. An in-depth study of rear axle, front axle, and transfer cases: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. Including theory, teardown, qualifying, and rebuilding.
NAUT CA4 Suspension and Steering Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. Diagnosis, evaluation, testing, adjustment, alignment and repair of steering and suspension systems. Including all common automotive steering and suspension systems both car and truck. Future systems will also be covered.
NAUT CA5 Brakes Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. Diagnosis, evaluation, inspection, adjustment, and repair of braking, antilock braking systems, traction control and related devices. Class will involve California State law regarding brake and safety inspections. Includes the material on the California Brake Adjuster’s Licensing Examination.
NAUT CA6 Electrical/Electronic Systems Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. Automotive electrical/electronic systems, including electrical circuits, Ohm's Law, battery, starting, charging, ignition, fuel, accessories, brakes, chassis, suspension, steering, HVAC, and wiring systems. Emphasis on diagnosis of electrical troubles, assembly, repair of components, and diagnostic equipment usage.
NAUT CA7 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. Diagnosing, evaluation, testing, adjustment, and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Includes heat and energy, psychometrics, air flow, refrigerant recycling, equipment and controls. Student will be prepared to pass a nationally recognized HVAC certificate program, required by all California HVAC repair shops.
NAUT CA8 Engine Performance Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. Principles of automotive fuel induction, ignition and emission control systems, including inspection, diagnosis and repair of fuel and emission control systems/components governed by federal and state laws and standards. Electrical diagnosis of emission control systems. Relation of chassis and body systems to emissions.
NAUT CA9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. An in-depth study of diesel engines: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. A study of the above mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. Diesel engine performance including emissions, turbos, exhaust and intake systems. This class’s emphasis is on diesel engines and diesel engine performance/emissions.
NAUT CL1 Advanced Engine Performance Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. Continuation of Automotive Technology A6 and A8 with an emphasis on diagnosis of electronic problems including computer controlled circuits/systems using schematics, diagnostic procedures and equipment. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT CL3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicles Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
This class is lecture-only and non-credit. A study in the history, current and future of alternative fuels, hybrids and electric vehicles in the automotive industry. Emphasis in shop safety, hazardous waste handling, high-voltage electrical precautions, basic engine construction of hybrids, battery storage systems, fuel storage systems, compressed natural gas, liquid propane gas, bio-diesel and hydrogen cell technology.
NAUT CP1 Powertrains: Modifications for Performance Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture
This class is lecture-only and non-credit. An in-depth study of engine and transmission modifications made in order to improve performance. This class will explain the differences in laws governing vehicles in all fifty states including those registered in California; how to improve performance legally; and the penalties of breaking the law. Students will learn to calculate the benefit versus cost of bolt-on performance products and major engine or transmission modifications. NOTE: Some modifications are intended for off-road applications only.
NAUT CSDR Specified Diagnostic and Repair Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 72 hours lecture
This class is lecture-only and non-credit. This class does not count towards a person's smog license; this class is aimed at people who would like to learn more about smog but are not interested in taking the State test. This class is also good for working technicians who have a difficult time passing ASE A6, A8, and L1 and would like a review. This is a Bureau of Automotive Repair alternative to the ASE A6, A8 and L1 certifications. This class is intended to allow California drivers to understand the training and laws of the smog check program. Student will not qualify for the license exam after taking this class. For more information see www.smogcheck.ca.gov
NAUT CSMG Smog Level One and Level Two Concepts
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 90 hours lecture
This class is lecture only and non-credit. This class will include Level One and Level Two smog lectures only. This class is intended to allow California drivers to understand the training and laws of the smog check program. At the end of the class students will not qualify for either EI or EO smog license. See www.smogcheck.ca.gov for more information.
NAUT INT Introduction to Automotive
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture
- Corequisite
- NAUT INTL
This class is lecture only, NAUT INTL must also be taken concurrently. Bumper-to-Bumper Automotive Knowledge. Starting with hazardous waste handling, tool identification, maintenance, and lubrication, moving into engine mechanical, emissions controls, suspension systems, air conditioning, airbags and safety, transmissions, axles, and finishing off with the future of the automotive industry. This is an introductory class for people who want to know more about their vehicle or who are planning an automotive career. This class is preparation for ASE G1.
NAUT INTL Introduction to Automotive Hands-On Lab
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 108 hours laboratory
- Corequisite
- NAUT INT
This is the Lab section that can only be taken if you are also taking INT. Bumper-to-Bumper Automotive Knowledge. Starting with hazardous waste handling, tool identification, maintenance, and lubrication, moving into engine mechanical, emissions controls, suspension systems, air conditioning, airbags and safety, transmissions, axles, and finishing off with the future of the automotive industry. This is an introductory class for people who want to know more about their vehicle or who are planning an automotive career. This class is preparation for ASE G1.
NAUT L1 Advanced Engine Performance
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- NAUT A6 or AUTO A6
Continuation of Automotive Technology A6 and A8 with an emphasis on diagnosis of electronic problems including computer controlled circuits/systems using schematics, diagnostic procedures and equipment. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicles
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 36 hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and NAUT INT), INT and INT may be taken concurrently
A study in the history, current and future of alternative fuels, hybrids and electric vehicles in the automotive industry. Emphasis in shop safety, hazardous waste handling, high voltage electrical precautions, basic engine construction of hybrids, battery storage systems, fuel storage systems, compressed natural gas, liquid propane gas, bio-diesel and hydrogen cell technology. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT LAB Automotive Lab
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- hours lecture, 108 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT), may be taken concurrently
Automotive Lab is an open laboratory class for basic automotive students. This class is for students desiring to expand their hands-on experience using their own vehicle. The instructor will provide technical and supervisory support to guide students in the completion of their self-initiated projects. Service information via computer service manuals will be available for students to use for vehicle information and research.
NAUT P1 Powertrains: Modifications for Performance
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 hours lecture, 54 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite
- (NAUT INTL and NAUT INT) or (AUTO INTL and AUTO INT)
An in-depth study of engine and transmission modifications made in order to improve performance. This class will explain the differences in laws governing vehicles in all fifty states including those registered in California; how to improve performance legally; and the penalties of breaking the law. Students will learn to calculate the benefit versus cost of bolt-on performance products and major engine or transmission modifications. NOTE: Some modifications are intended for off-road applications only. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently.
NAUT SDR Specified Diagnostic and Repair
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 72 hours lecture, 54 hours laboratory
This is a Bureau of Automotive Repair approved alternative to the ASE A6, A8 and L1 certification required for obtaining and maintaining smog technician licenses. This course will follow BAR guidelines for smog license prep. Student may or may not qualify for license exam after taking this class. For more information see www.smogcheck.ca.gov
NAUT SMOG Smog Level One and Level Two
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 90 hours lecture, 27 hours laboratory
This course includes classes/modules the State of California's requires for a student/automotive technician to be prepared to take their Smog License Test. This class will include Level One and Level Two smog training only. At the end of the class students may or may not qualify for either EI or EO smog license. See www.smogcheck.ca.gov for more information.