Engine Performance Certificate

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete a 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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My Academic Plan

Courses are displayed in a part-time sequence providing flexibility for the working professional. Follow the pathway below to complete your certificate. This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.

Fall Semester 1

ASE 1002	Intro to the Automotive Shop	2
ASE 1020	Basic Automotive Electricity	2
ASE 1023	Starting and Charging Systems	2
ASE 1030	General Engine Diagnosis	2
Total Credit Hours:		8

Spring Semester 2

ASE 1034	Automotive Fuel & Emissions Systems I	2
ASE 2192	Automotive Computers & Ignition Systems	3
ASE 2193	Auto Fuel Injection & Emissions Systems II	3
Total Credit Hours:		8

Total Credit Hours: 16

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