Automotive Engine Service Specialist Associate in Science

This program provides the student with a comprehensive background in the engine machining process. Emphasis is on detailed instruction in all phases of engine operation, measurement, machining, blueprinting and assembly procedures. Students will rebuild a complete engine in a two-semester course sequence.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who complete this program will be able to:

Demonstrate skills for employment in the automotive industry.
Apply industry-specific skills related to the process of engine machining.
Apply knowledge of all phases of engine operation, measurement, machining, blueprinting and assembly to re-build a complete engine.
Demonstrate preparation for related ASE certification exams.

Required Courses

AUTO 100 AUTOMOTIVE FUNDAMENTALS 3 Units
AUTO 102 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE-ELECTRONICS AND IGNITION 3 Units *
AUTO 103 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE-FUEL AND EMISSION SYSTEMS 3 Units *
AUTO 104A AUTOMOTIVE ENGINES 5 Units *
AUTO 104B AUTOMOTIVE ENGINES 5 Units *
AUTO 204A HIGH PERFORMANCE ENGINE BLUEPRINTING - ROTATING ASSEMBLY 3 Units *
AUTO 204B HIGH PERFORMANCE ENGINE BLUEPRINTING - CYLINDER HEADS 3 Units *
AUTO 207 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS 3 Units *
Select from Restricted Electives .5-5 Units

Total Units for the Major: 28.5-33

Restricted Electives

AUTO 108 AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING 3 Units *
AUTO 109 CALIFORNIA B.A.R. BASIC AREA CLEAN AIR CAR COURSE 5 Units *
AUTO 205 ADVANCED SMOG UPDATE TRAINING 0.5 Unit *
AUTO 220 ALTERNATIVE PROPULSION SYSTEMS 3 Units *
AUTO 226 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE CONSULTANT 2 Units *
AUTO 227 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE MANAGEMENT 3 Units *
AUTO 228 ADVANCED VEHICLE PERFORMANCE 1 Unit *
AUTO 229 DIESEL TECHNOLOGY 3 Units *
AUTO 231 HYBRID AND ELECTRICAL VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY 3 Units *
AUTO 232 DIESEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY 3 Units *
AUTO 240 AUTOMOTIVE LAB 3 Units *
CWE 180 CO-OP-ED-AUTO 1 Unit †
*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.

†CWE 180 should be taken after completing at least 9 units of the Automotive Engine Service Specialist Certificate program.

Associate in Science Degree

Completion of the certificate program and a minimum of 60 units including the general education requirements with an overall GPA of 2.0 qualifies the student for the Associate in Science degree. A minimum of 12 units must be completed at Saddleback College.

General Education Requirements for Associate Degrees

Refer to the Graduation Requirements or to the CSU-GE and IGETC patterns in this catalog for specific courses which meet general education requirements. Refer to ASSIST.org and to the transfer institution’s catalog for transfer requirements.