Automotive Technician: Hybrid & Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technician
This ASE-certified program prepares students for entry-level positions as automotive technicians.

Certificate

History and evolution of hybrid, electric and alternate fuel vehicles will be covered as well as general safety precautions and procedures and required and recommended tools for servicing. It is designed to give students the theory and hands-on experience needed to safely and confidently service this growing vehicle population.

This program is approximately two quarters in length, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements. Must have required tools and textbooks.

Prerequisites: Graduation from an ASE/NATEF certified program or two years industry experience with instructor’s permission. Must have approved safety glasses, coveralls, and high voltage gloves.

Admission Dates: Hybrid courses are taught summer quarter only. Quarterly admission to the Automotive Technician program.

Program Requirements

Catalog No.

Course Name

Credits

AUTH 105

Hybrid/Alternate Fuel Introduction & Safety

2

AUTH 110

Alternate Fuel Vehicle Systems

2

AUTH 115

Toyota Hybrid System Overview

2

AUTH 120

Toyota Pruis Hybrid System

2

AUTH 125

Honda Hybrid System Overview

2

AUTH 130

Honda Civic IMA Hybrid System

2

AUTH 135

Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrid System Overview

2

AUTH 140

General Motors & Other Hybrid System Overview

2

AUTH 145

Advanced Lab & Final Exam

2

Students will take a minimum of 18 credits of Automotive Technician courses.

18

Total credits for program completion

36

*Articulated courses with High Schools for Dual Enrollment

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