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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 the Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Smog Technician, students are able to apply for and take the California Smog test.
  • Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Smog Technician, students are able to diagnose emission issues.
  • Upon completion of the Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Smog Technician, students are able to 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

Total Units: 29.5