This certificate covers the history and evolution of hybrid, electric, and alternate-fuel vehicles; general safety precautions and procedures; and required and recommended tools for servicing. This certificate is designed to give students the theory and hands-on experience needed to safely and confidently service this growing vehicle population.
To receive a certificate or degree in an automotive program all courses must be completed with a 2.0 GPA or higher.
To remain in the program all students must have the required textbooks by the start of the third week of classes and must have the required tools by the start of the second quarter.
Course Number | Class Title | Credits |
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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 Prius 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 Systems Overview | 2 |
AUTH 145 | Advanced Lab & Final Exam Preparation | 2 |
Technical Credits | 18 |
Covers the history, evolution and general safety precautions for servicing.
Covers diesel, E85, CNG, and hydrogen systems in use today.
Covers the Toyota systems in use today, with a focus on the Prius model.
Covers the Toyota systems in use today, with a focus on the Prius model.
Covers the Honda hybrid systems in use today, with a focus on the Civic model.
Covers the Honda Civic Integrated Motor Assist systems in use today.
Covers the Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrid systems in use today, with a focus on the Escape model.
Covers General Motors and other systems in use today, with a focus on the GM Dual Mode model system.
Gives students a hands-on opportunity for preparation for the final exam.