# Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician (Certificate of Achievement)

Solano Community College · 2025-2026 Catalog · Department: Automotive Technician

Source: https://solano.elumenapp.com/catalog/catalog2025-2026/program/automotive-maintenance-and-light-repair-technician-ca-summer-2024

**Minimum Units Required:** 17.0 units

This program is designed to prepare graduates for entry level employment in the automotive industry as apprentice technicians, lube technician, express service technician or parts specialist. The Certificate of Achievement can be obtained by completing the 17-unit automotive major. All courses in the major must be completed with a minimum grade of C or a P if taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

### Program Learning Outcomes

-   Use electrical diagnostic equipment and do hands-on testing with a digital multi-meter

-   Demonstrate proficiency in diagnosing and repairing automotive steering and suspension systems

-   Safely work on and repair hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles

-   Proficiently diagnose, service, and repair automotive brake systems

### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician (CA)** | | 17 |
| ATEC 070 | Automotive Fundamentals | 3 |
| ATEC 130 | Automotive Suspension and Steering | 4 |
| ATEC 131 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 4 |
| ATEC 132 | Automotive Brake Systems | 4 |
| ATEC 140 | Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technologies | 2 |