Updates
Summer Classes
Registration starts May 16, 2021 - Classes include SMOG, Air Conditioning, Body Electrical, and Introductory Lec & Lab. All available for free as noncredit classes
Spring 2021: Still Time to Add
All classes listed below will be online only for spring quarter and are also available tuition-free as noncredit. Yes, FREE! (Example: Auto 62B = Auto 362B)
- Intro to Auto Principles - Lecture, Auto 50A - Everything underhood!
- Applied Auto Principles - Lab, Auto 50B - Shop operations
- Intro to Auto Principles (Chassis) - Lecture, Auto 51A - Everything undercar!
- Applied Auto Principles (Chassis) - Lab, Auto 51B Shop operations
- Automotive Mechanisms, Auto 53A - Investigate how mechanical things work. Pulleys, levers, gears, fluid dynamics
- Automotive Electricity, Auto 60 - Electrical foundation. Ohm's Law, magnetism, lighting circuits, electrical circuit diagnosis
- Ignition Analysis & Oscilloscope Diagnosis, Auto 60D - An inside look at testing components. What makes a spark plug fire at the right time? Lots of cool waveforms to help diagnose faults
- Automotive Fuel Injection, Auto 60E - What fuel has to go through to get into an engine
- Advanced Wheel Alignment & ADAS, Auto 62B - A detailed look at suspension set-up and driver assistance systems
- Manual Drive Train, Auto 63A - Speed shifting with Rick!
- Plug-In Electric Vehicle Technology, Auto 67B - The EV driving experience. What makes EV so efficient and clean?
NEW ! Check out our full line of FREE noncredit courses
All Introductory and Evening Classes Are Now Available as Noncredit Classes (Tuition-Free)
Benefits include:
- Pathways for students who have never attended college
- Great way to "try out" an online class without the cost of tuition
- Great way to get started with a new hobby
- Earn noncredit certificates
Easy registration tips
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.