Automotive Technology provides instruction in engine diagnosis, tune-up, emission control, brakes, front-end, and suspension systems. These courses are designed to prepare students for certification in these areas and for employment as automotive mechanics. For the Associate of Science Degree in Automotive Technology, complete 18-24 units of coursework listed below as well as the General Education requirements. Consult a Los Medanos College counselor to develop your education plan. Program Learning Outcomes - 1. Be prepared to enter the automotive field, as a general repair technician at all general service and repair stations, or apprentice level at the dealership level (manufacture level), and demonstrate the abilities and behaviors of an automotive professional. 2. Demonstrate the ability to locate, understand and use the repair information found in either repair manuals or online resources including wiring diagrams, trouble trees, torque specs, and all other necessary information. 3. Demonstrate the ability to properly diagnose, adjust and repair all major automotive systems. Meeting or exceed all manufacture specifications. 4. Be prepared to take and pass all ASE examinations A1 – A8 and the L1 advanced ASE examination. 5. Clearly explain and practice all safety standards with regard to lifting equipment, shop machinery (brake lathe, strut compressor, machining equipment), chemicals, tool usage, and proper procedures regarding oil and chemical disposal.