Automotive Electric Technology

Learn the skills you need today to work on the cars of tomorrow.

Technical Careers and Trades

1 Certificate, Degree, and Learning Options

Automotive electric class
About Automotive Electric Technology

Cars these days don't just run on engines — they run on technology. The Automotive Electric program at Delta College prepares you to master the electrical systems that power today's cars and trucks.

You'll learn how to perform diagnostic tests and how to repair today's vehicles, including studying electrical systems, engine performance and drivability, emissions, air conditioning, and testing vehicles for state emission programs like the smog check.

This state- and nationally-certified program prepares you for career opportunities at dealerships, independent repair shops, smog shops, specialization shops, and public agencies.

Learning Outcomes

  • Electrical Systems Repair
  • Engine Diagnostics
  • Air Conditioning Repair
  • Hybrid Systems Repair
Interests and Skills Match

Finding the right program starts with knowing what you enjoy—if these skills and interests sound like you, you might enjoy studying Automotive Electric Technology

Hands-on Machinery Repair Working with Tools
Certificate, Degree and Other Learning Options

Automotive Electric Technology Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of Automotive Electric Technology certificate, the student demonstrates knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and perform repairs on cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. The student demonstrates competence in the following areas: electrical/electronic systems, heating and air conditioning, and engine performance. The student can take the three Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams in the mentioned areas. The student can pursue career opportunities at dealerships, independent repair shops, smog shops, specialization shops, and public agencies. This automotive training program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) in association with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). This program is also certified by the California Department of Consumer Affairs/Bureau of Automotive Repair (DCA/BAR). The student can receive Level I and Level II certification to obtain the California Smog Check Inspector and Smog Check Repair Technician licenses and the Brake and Headlamp Adjusters license through the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR). The student can also obtain the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) certificate in automotive air conditioning.

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Certificate of Achievement
38 Units
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