Automotive Technology

Here is what we are offering for spring 2026

• 50A and 50B, Introductory classes "under hood" (2 sections each)
  • Available for free as noncredit (350A & 350B)
• 51A and 50B, Introductory classes "under car" (2 sections each)
  • Available for free as noncredit (351A & 351B)
• 53A, Automotive Mechanisms
  • One evening section
• 60, Basic Electrical (2 sections)
  • Available for free as noncredit (360)
• 60D and 60E, Ignition Analysis & Fuel Injection
  • Available for free as noncredit (360D & 360E)
• 62B, Wheel Alignment & ADAS
  • Available for free as noncredit (362B
• 64HP, High Performance Engine Prep
  • Available for free as noncredit (364H)
• 67A and 67B, Hybrid & Plug-In EV
  • Available for free as noncredit (367A & 367B)
• 67J and 67G, Diesel & Gaseous Fuels
  • Available for free as noncredit (367J & 367G)

Check the Spring 2026 Schedule Here

Spring Registration Dates

Join us on May 9, 2026 for our annual car show and job fair.  $20 registration to show a vehicle, spectators are free.

More Information

Interested in working on electric vehicles? Metallica Scholars can receive $500 per quarter, for up to three quarters, while completing the requirements for a Level 1 or Level 2 EV Technician certificate.

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We offer Level 1 and Level 2 SMOG inspector classes at least once per year.  June 29, 2026  is the start date for this year.  Please contact Pete Vernazza for  information on class scheduling: vernazzapete@fhda.edu or 408.864.8216

Are you a current high school student? Want to enroll in introductory auto tech classes before graduation?  Learn more about our dual enrollment process.

NEW Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) allows students to earn college credit on the path to earning an AS degree in Automotive Technology for prior knowledge of automotive technology, having current ASE certification, and prior work experience.  Discover more information here.

Contact us for more information at (408) 864-5316 or autotech@deanza.edu

Ever think about teaching in auto tech as a part-time faculty?  Here is some helpful information:

Minimum Qualifications

• AA/AS Degree
• Six years of related work experience

Opportunities

• Register for noncredit classes (free) to learn from seasoned faculty
• Guest speaking opportunities to "get your feet wet"
• Could lead to full-time teaching
• Click here for the application to part-time pool
• E-mail questions to autotech@deanza.edu

We have classes to help you explore the world of auto tech and prepare for entry  into the full-time program. No prior instruction or work experience is required.

Learn more about our Introductory Program

We offer certificates and degrees in three major subject areas for full-time students. 

Learn more about our Daytime Program

We offer certificates and degrees in four major subject areas for evening students, including apprentices and technicians.

Learn more about our Evening Program

We offer evening classes and the chance to work hands-on with a variety of hybrid and plug-in vehicles from Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Nissan and Toyota.

Find classes in the Hybrid/Plug-In Program

We have courses to help you qualify as a smog inspector or technician.

Learn more about our Smog Program