Automotive Light Duty Diesel

Certificate of Achievement (CA) Automotive Technology · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Overview

The Automotive Light Duty Diesel Certificate of Achievement can provide the skills necessary for students to qualify as trained entry-level technicians, as well as for career advancement. Diesel technology is currently on the forefront of the automotive industry with the addition of several small diesel engines to the line up from most manufacturers. The emissions system on diesel are very complicated and this program will allow student to learn the emissions and drivability of diesel powered vehicles. Students work side-by-side and hands-on with industry professionals in a fully equipped and up-to-date facility.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities include Teaching, Automotive Technician, Automotive Parts Personnel, Automotive Management, Shop Owners, and Automotive Performance Personnel

Program Learning Outcome(s)

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  1. Diagnose and repair diesel turbo systems.
  2. Diagnose electronic diesel systems.
  3. Repair diesel engine mechanical systems.
Automotive Light Duty Diesel (CA): Program Requirements
CourseTitleUnits
Required Core: (33 Units)
AUTO INTLIntroduction to Automotive Hands-On Lab2
AUTO INTIntroduction to Automotive2
AUTO LABABeginning Automotive Lab2
AUTO A1Engine Repair4
AUTO A2Automatic Transmission/Transaxle4
AUTO A6Electrical/Electronic Systems5
AUTO A8Engine Performance5
AUTO A9Light Vehicle Diesel Engines4
AUTO L1Advanced Engine Performance5
Total33

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