This program is designed to prepare students for careers as automotive service technicians. The curriculum aligns with the ASE certification areas A4 Steering and Suspension and A5 Brakes. This prepares students who are entering the workforce for the first time as well as those in the workforce who want to improve skills to advance their careers. Upon completion of this program, students will have developed the skills required to diagnose and repair chassis systems.

Program Level Learning Outcomes

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

1. Diagnose chassis related systems using industry accepted diagnostic tools and equipment.
2. Assess chassis components using precision measuring tools and compare findings to published manufacturer’s specifications.
3. Perform a chassis system repair procedure utilizing published Service Information (SI) procedures.

Potential careers students may enter upon completion are as follows:

• Automotive service and repair
• Fleet service
• Public transportation
• Automotive aftermarket industry
• Marine repair

Review Graduation Requirements.

Course List Units

Course	Title	Units
Required Courses
AUTO G120	Electrical/Electronic Systems: Introductory	5
AUTO G140	Automotive Chassis: Brakes	5
AUTO G141	Automotive Chassis: Steering & Suspension	4.5
AUTO G181	Automotive Express Service	4
Total Units		18.5

Recommended Program Sequence

These sequences are general maps for students to finish all requirements for the Certificate. There may be advisories or time requirements that students may want to consider before following these maps. Students are advised to meet with a GWC Counselor for alternate sequencing.

Year 1:

Course List Units

Course	Title	Units
Semester 1
AUTO G120	Electrical/Electronic Systems: Introductory	5
AUTO G140	Automotive Chassis: Brakes	5
AUTO G181	Automotive Express Service	4
Units		14

Course List Units

Course	Title	Units
Semester 2
AUTO G141	Automotive Chassis: Steering & Suspension	4.5
Units		4.5