Auto Tech Highlights 

Fall 2024 Schedule

Fall Classes

Registration Starts on July 22, 2024

  • 50A and 50B, Introductory classes (under hood) →4 sections
    • Available for free as noncredit (350A & 350B)
  • 60, Electrical Systems →2 sections
    • Available for free as noncredit (360)
  • 60A and 60B, Schematics & Electronics 
    • Available for free as noncredit (360A & 360B)
  • 60F and 60G, No Start & Scan Tool Diagnosis 
    • Available for free as noncredit (360F & 360G)
  • 61A and 61B, Brakes & ABS 
    • Available for free as noncredit (361A & 361B)
  • 63A, Manual Drive Train
    • Available for free as noncredit (363A)

Fall 2024 Schedule

Fall Registration Dates

Silicon Valley Automotive Technology Career Day Coming on October 25

California New Car Dealers Association Foundation is bringing a career day to De Anza College Auto Tech on October 25, 2024!

Many local high school students will participate in presentations, workshops, panel discussions, and a career fair.  All supported by CNCDA, auto manufacturers, and local dealerships

Learn More about our Career Day

High School Students

Are you a current high school student? Want to enroll in introductory auto tech classes before graduation?  The process starts here 

Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology Management

Classes start in Fall 2025!

Learn More

Easy registration tips

Repeat Most Classes as Noncredit for FREE!

All of our introductory and evening courses are now available with a noncredit option, tuition-free! 

Benefits include:

  • Pathways for students who have never attended college
  • Great way to "try out" a class without the cost of tuition
  • Great way to get started with a new hobby
  • Earn noncredit certificates

Electric and Autonomous Vehicles

Learn about an exciting new career pathway that combines courses in Auto Tech and Computer Information Systems to prepare for jobs in this rapidly growing field!

Questions? Contact Us!

Introductory Classes

We have classes to help you explore the world of auto tech and prepare for entry  into the full-time program. No prior instruction or work experience is required.

Daytime Program

We offer certificates and degrees in three major subject areas for full-time students. 

Evening Program

We offer certificates and degrees in four major subject areas for evening students, including apprentices and technicians.

Hybrids and Plug-In Vehicles

We offer evening classes and the chance to work hands-on with a variety of hybrid and plug-in vehicles from Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Nissan and Toyota.

Smog Inspector or Technician

 

We have courses to help you qualify as a smog inspector or technician.

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Upcoming Schedules

Auto Tech Department

Location: Building E1 


Dave Capitolo,

Department Chair

  • 408.864.8312
  • capitolodave@deanza.edu

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