Automotive Steering, Suspension, & Alignment Certificate of Achievement

The emphasis of the Automotive Steering, Suspension, & Alignment Certificate is on vehicle steering & suspension systems including their basic operation, function, service, and maintenance. The systems include base brakes, anti-lock brakes, and various types of front and rear suspension systems, as well as four-wheel alignment. 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. Safely work in a shop environment and on basic steering & suspension systems.
  2. Describe the basic operation of vehicle’s steering & suspension systems.\
  3. Perform basic service, repair, maintenance and diagnostic on the vehicle’s steering & suspension systems.

Program Requirements 

Course Code Title Units
Required CoursesUnits
AUTO 010Introduction to Automotive Technology3
AUTO 011BAuto Electronics & Electrical Systems4
AUTO 012AAutomotive Suspension & Steering Systems4
AUTO 095AAutomotive Technology Work Experience (Maximum of 2 units may be used for work experience) 12
Electives
Select 4 units from the following:
AUTO 011CAdvanced Automotive Electrical Systems4
AUTO 013AAutomotive Braking Systems4
AUTO 014AAutomotive Engine Management4
AUTO 014BAdvanced Engine Management4
AUTO 015Automotive Engine Diagnosis & Repair4
AUTO 016Automotive Manual Transmissions & Drive Train Systems3
AUTO 017Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles3
AUTO 018Automotive Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning4
AUTO 020AAutomotive Quick Service3
AUTO 021AAutomotive Diagnosis & Troubleshooting2
AUTO 042BAutomotive Mechatronics3
AUTO 043AIntro to Hybrid, Electric & Fuel-Cell Vehicle Technology3
AUTO 043BHybrid, Fuel-Cell & Electric Vehicle Diagnosis & Repair3
AUTO 044BAdvanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) Level 13
AUTO 044CAdvanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) Level 22
AUTO 045AIntro to Alternative Fuel Vehicles2
AUTO 046BAutonomous Vehicles3
AUTO 054DSmog Check Inspector Training Level 1&24
AUTO 054ESmog Check Diagnostic & Repair Technician3
AUTO 093AIntro to Light & Medium Duty Diesel Systems2
AUTO 093BLight/Medium Duty Diesel Systems4
AUTO 095AAutomotive Technology Work Experience (1-2 units in addition to required) 11-2
ENGR 009Introduction to Engineering3
BUMA 010Introduction to Business3
ACR 060Air Conditioning & Refrigeration I3
ACR 064Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Electricity I3
WELD 011AIntroduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding2
WELD 012AIntroduction to Gas Metal Arc Welding2
CERTIFICATE TOTAL17
1

For extenuating circumstances, as deemed by the automotive advisor, work experience may be fulfilled through a special shop project or an appropriate elective.