Program Overview
About Chabot College
The program consists of a core of
vocational classes involving theory and practical skill development
with emphasis on laboratory experiences simulating industry related
tasks. The classes are taught in
modern and well equipped automotive laboratories.
Chabot College opened its doors
more than 50 years ago to meet
the needs of the East Bay’s growing population. Today it remains
the heart of a thriving, diverse
community where students of all
ages and backgrounds can get a
quality education at a very affordable price. Whether you want to
get an associate degree, transfer
to a four-year college or university, update your job skills or find a
new career, or take a class just
for personal enrichment, Chabot
College is the place to be.
Upon completion of the program,
students have general knowledge
in the areas of automotive electronic and electrical systems, fuel
and emission systems, and engines including performance and
machining. Other skills include
brake and suspensions systems,
including anti-lock braking systems and four wheel alignment,
manual and automatic transmissions and transaxles, and air conditioning systems. Classes are designed to provide the student with
experiences which simulate jobrelated tasks. Instructors are ASE
certified and have substantial industry experience.
Chabot College
25555 Hesperian Blvd.
Hayward, CA. 94545
510-723-6653
www.chabotcollege.edu/auto
We Support
Chabot College
Automotive Technology
Degree and Certificate
Courses
www.chabotcollege.edu/auto
The Chabot Automotive program provides training for anyone interested in pursuing a career in
the automotive service industry. We are a
NATEF certified program. Our program provides
the knowledge and skills needed to become a
highly sought after entry level technician. You
will learn how to diagnose service and repair an
automobile with pride and confidence in our
state of the art facility. You will be training side
by side with apprentices from local dealerships
that use Chabot exclusively to train their technicians.
Associate in Science Degrees In:
Maintenance
Chassis
Drivetrain
Engine Performance
Certificate of Achievements In:
Maintenance
Chassis
Drivetrain
Engine Performance
Hybrid and Alternative Fuels
Service Consultant
Classes Offered
50 Introduction to Automotive Fundamentals
Automotive industry fundamentals including: careers, safety, fasteners, hand tool identification and usage, vehicle systems, electrical
fundamentals, service information access and use, automotive chemical and fluid applications, hazardous waste handling, general shop
equipment usage, and vehicle servicing.
1 Automotive Engines
Automotive engine fundamentals including: configurations and designs, operation, diagnostic tests, disassembly, inspection, thread
repair, broken bolt removal, precision measurement, assembly, timing
chains and belts, valve adjustments, cooling systems, introduction to
engine machining, proper use of shop related tools and equipment,
and safety practices.
2 Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
Automotive Automatic Transmission fundamentals including: Diagnosis, inspection, repair, and adjustment of automatic transmission/
transaxle assemblies, torque converters, friction materials, hydraulics,
gear trains, manual and electronic controls, driveshaft and axle operation service and repair
3 Automotive Manual Transmissions and Transaxles
Automotive Manual Transmission fundamentals including: Diagnosis,
inspection, repair, and adjustment of automotive manual drive train
and axle assemblies, final drives, clutches, viscous couplings, and
transfercases. Two, four and all-wheel drive assemblies, service and
repair.
4 Automotive Suspension and Steering
Automotive Suspension and Steering fundamentals including: Diagnosis, inspection, repair, and adjustment of modern automotive steering,
suspension, supplemental restraint, tire pressure monitoring, and
alignment systems, theory of operation, common automotive steering
and suspension systems, wheel alignment principles, methods of
diagnosis, adjustment and repair, suspension service equipment.
5 Automotive Braking Systems
Automotive brake system including: Diagnosis, inspection, repair, and
adjustment of modern automotive brakes, including anti-lock braking
systems, traction control, and dynamic stability control systems, theory of operation, the study of basic laws of hydraulics, brake service
equipment.
6a Automotive Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
Automotive Electrical and Electronic fundamentals including: Ohm’s
Law, basic electrical circuits, components, battery, starting, charging,
and basic wiring systems, electrical components and the use of basic
wiring diagrams for trouble shooting systems, repair of wiring circuits
and correct use of diagnostic equipment.
6b Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems
Automotive body electronics, vehicle lighting, instrumentation,
OEM audio, navigation, and communication systems, supplemental
restraint systems, starter interlock systems, computer controlled
charging systems. .
7 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning including: Diagnosis,
testing, adjustment, and repair of air conditioning, cooling and heating systems, heat and energy, psychometrics, air flow, refrigerant
recycling, equipment and controls.
8 Automotive Air and Fuel Delivery Systems
Automotive Air and Fuel Delivery including: Introduction to the
principles of automotive fuel induction systems, including the inspection, diagnosis, and evaluation of fuel storage, fuel pumps,
carburetion, intake and exhaust systems, engine operation principles, computerized engine controls, and fuel injection systems.
10 Automotive Advanced Engine Performance
Automotive Engine Management Systems including: Ignition systems, combustion process, emission control devices, diagnostic
practices for drivability, emissions, on board diagnostic systems,
vehicle systems integration, and new engine technology.
52 Automotive Career Exploration
Researching current career pathways related to the automotive
industry including job opportunities, salary expectations, and training expectations.
75 Automotive Service Consultant
Automotive Service Consultant fundamentals including: Communications, customer service, legal documents, business interactions,
billing, parts and labor guides, shop management applications,
shop operations, sales, vehicle identification and systems operations. Course content is aligned with tasks identified by Automotive
Service Excellence (ASE) certification.
80 California Emissions Testing Technician Training Course
Motor vehicle emission inspection and maintenance. Includes the
Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) required courses for eligibility
to take the State Licensing examination.
90 Hybrid Vehicle Operation and Servicing
The study of Hybrid Vehicle Architecture, Operation, and Servicing
91 Hybrid Diagnosis and Alternate Fuels Technology
Hybrid vehicle diagnosis and repair processes, and alternate fuels
application and operation