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Powertrain Specialist, Certificate of Achievement

Banner Code: 2_CN_APOW

Control Number: 44258

Not Financial Aid Eligible


This program prepares students for careers as automotive service technicians. The curriculum aligns with four areas of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) technician certification program. This prepares students who are entering the workforce for the first time as well as those in the workforce who want to improve their skills to advance their careers. Upon completion of this program, students will have developed the skills required to diagnose and repair complex vehicle systems.

Program Level Learning Outcomes

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

  1. Diagnose powertrain related systems using industry accepted diagnostic tools and equipment.
  2. Assess powertrain components using precision measuring tools and comparing findings to published manufacturer's specification.
  3. Perform a powertrain 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 Title Units
Required Courses
AUTO G110Engine Repair5
AUTO G120Electrical/Electronic Systems: Introductory5
AUTO G150Manual Drive Trains & Axles4
AUTO G151Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles4
AUTO G181Automotive Express Service4
Total Units22

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 Title Units
Semester 1
AUTO G120Electrical/Electronic Systems: Introductory5
AUTO G150Manual Drive Trains & Axles4
AUTO G181Automotive Express Service4
Units13
Course Title Units
Semester 2
AUTO G110Engine Repair5
AUTO G151Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles4
Units9