# Automotive Alignment, Brakes, and Suspension (Certificate of Proficiency)

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

Source: https://catalog.miracosta.edu/disciplines/automotivetechnology/

This certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Suspension and Steering (A4) and Brakes (A5) examinations and for entry-level employment in the suspension and brake areas of the automotive service industry.

##### Program Student Learning Outcome

Upon completion of this program, students will be proficient in theory, practiced in hands-on service, and sufficiently prepared to pass the ASE examination in each of the courses which constitute the certificate of proficiency.

**Course Requirements**

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | |  |
| AUTO 160 | Automotive Suspension, Steering, and Alignment | 4 |
| AUTO 161 | Automotive Brake Service and Repair | 4 |
| **Total Units** | | **8** |