Automotive Technology
The automotive industry is increasingly in need of qualified technicians – as technology increases, so too will the demand for those that can operate it. Columbia College's Automotive Technology program is aligned with the national ASE Automotive Education Foundation to empower you with valuable up to date and real-world skills in obtaining employment anywhere cars are driven.
Core Automotive Technology classes include:
- Engine Performance
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Automotive Braking Systems
- Suspension and Steering
- Manual Power Trains and Axles
- Automotive Electrics
- Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
- Engine Repair
- Work Experience in Automotive Technology
Related electives include:
- Automotive Electrics
- Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
- Work Experience in Automotive Technology
- Smog Check Inspector and Repair License Training
Automotive Technology Majors go into a variety of careers. Some examples are:
At the Certificate Level: |
At the Associate's Level: |
At the Bachelor's Level or Beyond: |
| Automotive Technician | Shop Foreman | Dealership Manager |
| Service Writer | Service Manager | Consultant |
| Warranty Adjuster | Smog Technician | Teacher/Professor |
| Dealership Technician | Master Technician | Automotive Corporation Representative |
Please see a counselor for major preparation and general education that will best meet your specific goals.
| AA-T/AS-T = Associate of Arts/Science Degree for Transfer | Earned by completing requirements in the academic major, a transfer general education pattern, and a total of 60 transferable units that would be the typical first two years of a 4-year degree; provides a clear transfer pathway to CSU. |
| AA/AS = Associate of Arts/Science Degree | Earned by completing requirements in the academic major, a general education pattern, and a total of 60 degree-applicable units. |
| COA = Certificate of Achievement | Formally recognizes a student’s competence in a program of study and prepares students for employment in a career/technical field. Also available for completion of a General Education Pattern for transfer. Will appear on the student’s academic transcript. |
| SAC = Skills Attainment Certificate | Prepares students for employment with experience in specific career/technical fields. Do not appear on official transcripts. |
