Automotive TechnologyCertificate of Achievement

  1. Chabot College
    Automotive Technology
    Certificate of Achievement
    • 49 credits
    • 4 terms
  2. to Certificate

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Chabot College: Automotive Technology

Term 1 — Fall

4 courses13 credits

ATEC 50

Introduction to Automotive Technology
  • Major
  • 3 credits

ATEC 1

Automotive Engines
  • Major
  • 4 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 2

Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 4

Automotive Suspension and Steering
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

Student Educational Plan

Make a counseling appointment to develop your SEPC (comprehensive student educational plan).
  • Milestone

Tutoring

Get tutoring and academic support early in the semester.
  • Milestone

Financial Aid

Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). The priority deadline is March 2nd.
  • Milestone

Term 2 — Spring

4 courses12.5 credits

ATEC 3

Automotive Manual Transmissions and Transaxles
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 5

Automotive Braking Systems
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 6A

Automotive Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
  • Major
  • 4 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 7

Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
  • Major
  • 2.5 credits
  • Prerequisites

Review your SEP in DegreeWorks

Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Summer/Fall.
  • Milestone

Career Exploration & Preparation

Visit the Career Center to learn about jobs/internships and meet with a career counselor.
  • Milestone

Term 3 — Fall

4 courses13 credits

ATEC 6B

Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 8

Automotive Air and Fuel Delivery Systems
  • Major
  • 4 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 10

Automotive Advanced Engine Performance
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 75

Automotive Service Consultant
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

Financial Aid

Apply for financial aid if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.
  • Milestone

Review your SEP in DegreeWorks

Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Spring classes.
  • Milestone

Term 4 — Spring

3 courses10.5 credits

ATEC 92

Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 93

New Vehicle Technologies
  • Major
  • 3 credits
  • Prerequisites

ATEC 94

Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
  • Major
  • 4.5 credits
  • Prerequisites

Graduation

Submit “Request for Degree” form to Admissions & Records by April 1st
  • Milestone

Update your SEP if needed

See a counselor if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.
  • Milestone
Automotive Technology — Certificate of Achievement
Total credits: 49

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