Hybrid, Fuel-Cell, & Electric Vehicle Certificate of Achievement

The emphasis of the Hybrid, Fuel Cell and Electric Vehicle Certificate is on vehicle electrical/electronic systems, artificial intelligence, and hybrid, fuel cell and electric vehicles including their basic operation, function, and service. The systems include vehicle controller programing, high voltage battery, fuel cell and inverter operation, functions and diagnostics. This certificate is designed to prepare learners and incumbent employees for entry-level positions at local automotive dealerships, independent repair facilities, national repair chains, fleets, and parts suppliers. The applicable courses comply with the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), meet the standards of National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3), and integrate Mopar College Automotive Program (CAP) Local levels 0 and 1 online coursework.

Learning Outcomes

Upon satisfactory completion of this program students will be able to:
  1. Demonstrate knowledge and skills to safely work in a shop environment and on high-voltage vehicle systems.
  2. Describe the basic operation of hybrid, fuel cell and electric vehicle systems.
  3. Perform basic service, repair, maintenance, and diagnostic on the hybrid, fuel cell and electric vehicle systems.

Program Requirements 

Course Code Title Units
Required Courses
AUTO 010Introduction to Automotive Technology3
AUTO 011BAuto Electronics & Electrical Systems4
AUTO 011CAdvanced Automotive Electrical Systems4
AUTO 043AIntro to Hybrid, Electric & Fuel-Cell Vehicle Technology3
AUTO 043BHybrid, Fuel-Cell & Electric Vehicle Diagnosis & Repair3
AUTO 095AAutomotive Technology Work Experience (Maximum of 2 units may be used for work experience)2
CERTIFICATE TOTAL19