Automotive Concepts
Certificate of Completion (NCL) Noncredit Automotive Technology · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Automotive Concepts Certificate of Completion can provide the skills necessary for students to qualify for entry-level non-technician positions. This program focuses on all the theoretical aspects of the automobile.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Diagnose electrical issues.
- Diagnose engine mechanical issues.
- Diagnose emission issues.
Automotive Concepts (NCL): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (630 Hours) | ||
| NAUT CA1 | Engine Repair Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CA2 | Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CA3 | Manual Drive Train and Axles Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CA4 | Suspension and Steering Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CA5 | Brakes Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CA6 | Electrical/Electronic Systems Concepts | 54 |
| NAUT CA7 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CA8 | Engine Performance Concepts | 54 |
| NAUT CA9 | Light Vehicle Diesel Engines Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CL1 | Advanced Engine Performance Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CL3 | Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicles Concepts | 36 |
| NAUT CSDR | Specified Diagnostic and Repair Concepts | 72 |
| NAUT CSMG | Smog Level One and Level Two Concepts | 90 |
| NAUT INT | Introduction to Automotive | 36 |
| Total | 630 | |