Automotive Smog Technician Certificate of Achievement (CA)

About the Program

The Automotive Smog Technician Certificate of Achievement will provide the skills necessary for students to qualify as trained entry-level technicians, as well as for career advancement. This program focuses on the rules and regulations of the California Smog Program and will prepare student to gain their California Smog licenses. This programs focus is on the diagnosis and repair of smog controlled vehicles in California. Students work side-by-side and hands-on with industry professionals in a fully equipped and up-to-date facility.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities include Teaching, Automotive Technician, Automotive Parts Personnel, Automotive Management, Shop Owners, and Automotive Performance Personnel

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

Apply for and take the California Smog test.
Diagnose emission issues.
Diagnose engine mechanical issues.

Learning and Career Pathway Maps

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Required Core: (25.5 Units)

Course Number	Course Title	Units
AUTO LABA	Automotive Lab	2
AUTO A1	Engine Repair	4
AUTO A2	Automatic Transmission/Transaxle	4
AUTO A6	Electrical/Electronic Systems	5
AUTO L1L2	Smog Level One and Level Two	5.5
AUTO SDR	Specified Diagnostic and Repair	5

List A: Select One (4 Units)

Course Number	Course Title	Units
Option 1
AUTO INTR	Automotive Service and Introduction	4
Option 2
AUTO INTL	Automotive Service and Introduction Hands-On Lab	2
	and
AUTO INTZ	Automotive Service and Introduction Lecture	2