Program: Automotive Technology

• Are you good at figuring out how things work?
• Do you like to work with your hands, and enjoy using your Critical & Analytical Skills as well?
• Would you like to be recession-proof and train for a job that is always in high demand?

The Automotive Technology Program at Long Beach City College is committed to preparing students for employment in the automotive industry. Our classes provide students with a strong background in automotive technology, hands-on experience, and an understanding of the automotive industry’s requirements for employment.

In addition, LBCC Automotive Classes offer automotive industry certifications NC3/Snap-On Tools and prepare students to pass the ASE Certification Exam.

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Career Opportunities

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Degrees & Certificates

Automotive Technology (AS + Cert) Curriculum Guide

Explore the degrees and certificates offered by the Automotive Technology program.

Associate in Science (AS), Automotive Technology

Plan Code: 2941 - The Associate in Science in Automotive Technology instruction will emphasize an introductory general automotive repair, engine repair, automatic and manual drivetrain, wheel alignment, brake systems, electrical system, air conditioning, fuel systems, and automotive light diesel technology. Upon completion, students are prepared for all nine areas of the National Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification tests and also will receive one year of work experience toward ASE work experience qualification. The A.S. Degree in Automotive Technology signifies that students are ready for entry-level automotive positions and will signify that students have mastered good ethics and workmanship in an auto shop environment.

PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Describe and demonstrate automotive shop practice safety and automotive systems’ operation fundamentals in order to apply practical service and diagnostic during automotive servicing and repair.
• Evaluate and identify faults in automotive performance components and perform service to factory specifications.

Certificate of Achievement, Automotive Technology

Plan Code: 3941 – The Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Technology will emphasize an introductory general automotive repair, engine repair, automatic and manual drivetrain, wheel alignment, brake systems, electrical system, air conditioning, fuel systems, and automotive light diesel technology. Upon completion, students are prepared for all nine areas of the National Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification tests and also will receive one year of work experience toward ASE work experience qualification. The certificate in Automotive Technology signifies that students are ready for entry-level automotive positions and will signify that students have mastered good ethics and workmanship in an auto shop environment.

PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Describe and demonstrate automotive shop practice safety and automotive systems’ operation fundamentals in order to apply practical service and diagnostic during automotive servicing and repair.
• Evaluate and identify faults in automotive performance components and perform service to factory specifications.

Certificate of Achievement, Automotive Maintenance Service

Plan Code: 3926 – This Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Maintenance Service prepares students for entry-level employment in the automotive industry such as a service attendant, novice mechanic, assistant technician, mechanic’s helper, pre-delivery (PDI) technician, installer, service technician, brake technician, and/or automotive-related position in the industry.

PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Describe and demonstrate automotive shop practice safety and automotive systems’ operation fundamentals in order to apply practical service and diagnostic during automotive servicing and repair.
• Evaluate and identify faults in automotive under-car and underhood components and perform service to factory specifications.

Certificate of Achievement, Automotive Engine & Transmission Service

Plan Code: 3939 – This Automotive Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Engine and Transmission Service prepares students for entry-level employment in the automotive industry such as a service attendant, novice mechanic, assistant technician, mechanic’s helper, pre-delivery (PDI) technician, installer, service technician, engine and drive trains service technician, and/or automotive relate position in the industry.

PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Describe and demonstrate automotive shop practice safety and automotive systems’ operation fundamentals in order to apply practical service and diagnostic during automotive servicing and repair.
• Evaluate and identify faults in the automotive engine and drivetrains components and perform service to factory specifications.

Certificate of Achievement, Automotive Engine Performance Service

Plan Code: 3940 – This Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Engine Performance Service prepares students for entry-level employment in the automotive industry such as a service attendant, novice mechanic, assistant technician, mechanic’s helper, pre-delivery (PDI) technician, installer, service technician, engine performance (fuel and electrical) service technician, and/or automotive-related position in the industry.

PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Describe and demonstrate automotive shop practice safety and automotive systems’ operation fundamentals in order to apply practical service and diagnostic during automotive servicing and repair.
• Evaluate and identify faults in automotive engine performance components and perform service to factory specifications.

Certificate of Accomplishment, Automotive Quick Service

Plan Code: 4923 – This Certificate of Accomplish prepare in Automotive Quick Serve prepares students with skills and knowledge to obtain entry-level employment as Quick Service Technicians in the automotive industry, and/or automotive related-position in the industry.

PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Evaluate and prepare vehicles for quick service according to the manufacturer procedures.

Certificate of Completion, Automotive Quick Service

Plan Code: 4924 – This program provides instruction in Automotive Quick Service Repair. Topics include composing an estimate for lubrication service, tire repair, and brake inspection, communicate effectively with customers, demonstrate proper service procedures, including management of hazardous waste, and research potential job markets in the automotive service industry.

PROGRAM STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

• Demonstrate mastery of diagnostic tools and equipment used for automotive repair.
• Identify various automotive components.
• Demonstrate the technical and organizational employability skills required by the automotive industry.

Course Offerings

View courses offered in different semesters to assist in academic planning.

Course Name	Fall	Winter	Spring	Summer
Auto 200 Introduction to Automotive Technology
Auto 201 Automotive Lubrication Service
Auto 202 Automotive Tire Service
Auto 203 Automotive Brake Inspection
Auto 211 Automotive Engine Repair
Auto 212 Automotive Automatic Trans
Auto 213 Automotive Manual Transmission
Auto 214 Automotive Wheel Alignment
Auto 215 Automotive Brake Systems
Auto 216 Automotive Electric Systems
Auto 217 Automotive Air Condition Systems
Auto 218 Automotive Fuel Systems
Auto 219 Automotive Light Diesel Engines
Auto 220 Automotive Emission Controls
Auto 230 Automotive Computer Systems

Non-credit Course Name	Fall	Winter	Spring	Summer
Auto 600 Introduction to Automotive Technology
Auto 601 Automotive Lubrication Service
Auto 602 Automotive Tire Service
Auto 603 Automotive Brake Inspection

 

Course Descriptions

FAQ

How long does it take to complete the program?

Depending on the number of units you take and whether you are a full-time or part-time student, completing a certificate program can take as little as one semester, and completing an associate degree program can take about two years.

Make a 30-minute appointment with an academic counselor to receive services in educational plans, transcript evaluation, and career planning.

How much does the program cost?

Please visit Financial Aid for tuition cost and Federal Work-Study information.

Who are the Career & Technical Education (CTE) counselors?

Schools/Program	Counselor	Location
Career & Technical Education	Alicia Andujo	LAC
Career & Technical Education	Lorraine Blouin	LAC
Career & Technical Education	Laura Garcia	LAC
Career & Technical Education	Diana Ogimachi	LAC
Career & Technical Education	Robert Olmos	PCC
Career & Technical Education	Tom To	PCC

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How to transfer and lookup comparable listings.

To help determine if courses taken at other schools are comparable to Long Beach City College courses, please visit LBCC Transfer Evaluation System (TES).

For more information, please visit LBCC Transfer Center.

How do I receive my degree or certificate after I finish the coursework?

You will need to complete an application for your degree or certificate and submit that application to the LBCC Admissions & Records office. Visit Admissions & Records for more details.

What are the jobs?

The Employment Development Department collects, analyze, and publish statistical data and reports on California’s labor force, industries, occupations, employment projections, wages and other important labor market and economic data. The Labor Market Information Division (LMID) is the official source for California Labor Market Information.

• Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
• Lubricant Technician
   

Where can I apply for Automotive Jobs in Long Beach?