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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a one-year (two semester) Certificate in Engine Performance and enter the workforce. Students explore the diagnosis procedures necessary to troubleshoot automotive system repairs. This certificate program provides students with an overview of electrical systems, general engine diagnosis, ignition systems diagnosis and repair, emissions systems, fuel injection, and exhaust systems. Students use diagnostic scan tools, oscilloscopes, lab scopes, multi-meters and gas analyzers to diagnose live vehicle drivability problems. This certificate prepares students for career paths with automotive repair shops and dealerships. This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed.
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First Semester
| ASE 102 | Intro to the Automotive Shop | 2 |
| ASE 120 | Basic Automotive Electricity | 2 |
| ASE 123 | Starting and Charging Systems | 2 |
| ASE 130 | General Engine Diagnosis | 2 |
| ASE 134 | Automotive Fuel and Emissions Systems I | 2 |
| ASE 292 | Automotive Computers & Ignition Systems | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13 |
Second Semester
| ASE 293 | Auto Fuel Injection & Emissions Systems II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 3 |