Noncredit Classes

FREE Auto Tech Classes (Noncredit)

No Fees ~ No Placement Tests ~ No Prerequisites

Noncredit classes are an affordable way to increase your knowledge, gain skills and get a fast track to employment – without paying for tuition

Did you miss out on hands-on learning while on Zoom? You can "re-take" a class by enrolling in the noncredit version – for free!

Noncredit classes do not count toward a degree or academic certificate. But you can earn a noncredit certificate of completion in Automotive Chassis Technology, General Service Technician and Smog Technician. Check the list of Noncredit Certificates for details and requirements, and see the list of free, noncredit daytime and evening courses below.

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Congratulations to De Anza's newest cohort of students who earned noncredit certificates:

Patrick Sieler
Yuet Sang Wan
Anthony Tonizzo
Diane Koh
Jin Liu
Sheng Zou
Bryan Park
Lam Truong
Gary Dunn
Stanley Murawski
Gerilowie Escalona
Joshua Robinson

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Automotive: Noncredit

Advanced Engine Performance Technology - Certificate of CompletionDetails for Certificate of Completion - Advanced Engine Performance Technology
The Certificate of Completion in Advanced Engine Performance Technology sequence helps prepare students for employment as entry-level technicians in the automotive repair industry.

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Automotive Chassis Technology - Certificate of CompletionDetails for Certificate of Completion - Automotive Chassis Technology
This noncredit Certificate of Completion prepares students for an entry-level position in automotive undercar inspection and repair procedures.

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Automotive Machining and Engine Repair Technology - Certificate of CompletionDetails for Certificate of Completion - Automotive Machining and Engine Repair Technology
The Certificate of Completion in Automotive Machining and Engine Repair Technology sequence prepares students for entry-level engine diagnostics positions in the automotive repair industry.

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Automotive Powertrain Technology - Certificate of CompletionDetails for Certificate of Completion - Automotive Powertrain Technology
The Certificate of Completion in Automotive Powertrain Technology sequence helps prepare students for employment as entry-level automotive repair technicians in the area of automotive transmission and differential.

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Basic Engine Performance Technology - Certificate of CompletionDetails for Certificate of Completion - Basic Engine Performance Technology
The Certificate of Completion in Basic Engine Performance Technology prepares students to be successful as entry-level technicians in vehicle electrical repairs.

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General Service Technician - Certificate of CompletionDetails for Certificate of Completion - General Service Technician
This noncredit Certificate of Completion prepares a student for employment as an entry-level technician performing vehicle inspections, new car preparation and general automotive maintenance.

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Intermediate Engine Performance Technology - Certificate of CompletionDetails for Certificate of Completion - Intermediate Engine Performance Technology
The Certificate of Completion in Intermediate Engine Performance Technology sequence prepares students to be successful as entry-level technicians in vehicle ignition and fuel systems.

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Smog Technician - Certificate of CompletionDetails for Certificate of Completion - Smog Technician
This noncredit Certificate of Completion helps prepare students as an entry-level technician in the automotive repair industry performing California state smog inspections.

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In addition to the programs listed above, you may be able to apply courses in this department toward General Education requirements.

FREE Daytime Introductory Classes

AUTO 350A: Automotive Principles
- Engine, lubrication and cooling theory; basic electrical
- Offered fall, winter, spring, and summer
AUTO 350B: Applied Automotive Principles
- Compression tests, vehicle inspections and oil changes
- Offered fall, winter, spring, and summer
AUTO 351A: Automotive Principles – Chassis
- Tire, wheel, suspension, alignment and brake system theory
- Offered winter and spring
AUTO 351B: Applied Automotive Principles – Chassis
- Mounting and balancing tires; front end inspections; brake repair
- Offered winter and spring

FREE Evening Classes

SMOG Training: Level 1 and Level 2

AUTO 365P and 365W: Level 1 and 2 Smog Training
Level 1 and 2 Smog Training
- Required classes for all new licensed smog inspectors; mandated by the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR)
- For questions about smog classes, please contact Pete Vernazza at 408.864.8216 or vernazzapete@deanza.edu

Electrical Systems

AUTO 360: Electrical Systems
- Principles of electricity, electronics, cranking and charging systems; testing, diagnosis and repair
- Offered fall, winter, and spring

Chassis

AUTO 361A and 361B: Brake Systems and ABS
- Maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automotive brake systems, including ABS
- Offered in fall
AUTO 362A: Suspension, Steering, and Alignment
- Suspension, steering, and alignment systems; maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting
- Offered in winter

Engine Performance

AUTO 360A and 360B: Electrical Schematic Diagnosis & Automotive Electronics
- Wiring diagrams, schematics; troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems
- Offered in fall
AUTO 360C: Automotive Ignition, Fuel and Emission Systems
- Components, subsystems, and functions of ignition, fuel delivery, carburetor, and fuel injection systems.
- Introduction to automotive emission controls. Basic diagnosis, service, and repair procedures
- Offered in winter
AUTO 360D and 360E: Ignition and Scope Diagnosis, and Fuel Injection
- Use of electronic test equipment in ignition system diagnosis.
- Theory of operation and service of electronic fuel injection systems
- Offered in spring
AUTO 360F and 360G: No-Start Diagnosis and Advance Scan Tool Diagnosis
- Diagnosing no-starts in fuel, ignition, and electrical systems.
- Advanced diagnosis using scan tools
- Offered in fall
AUTO 360H and 360J: On-Board Diagnostics and Advanced Lab Scope
- Advanced electronic diagnostic procedures using an automotive scan tool.
- Diagnosis of automotive electronic systems using a laboratory oscilloscope and a power graphing meter
- Offered in winter

Engine Repair

AUTO 364: Machining and Engine Repair
- Repair and rebuilding of engine cylinder heads and block components, engine assembly and testing.
- Includes theory, diagnosis, disassembly, cleaning, inspection and failure analysis
- Offered in winter
AUTO 364H: High Performance Engine Preparation
- Precision and performance engine preparation.
- Includes selection and matching of engine and valve train components for maximum efficiency and output
- Offered in spring

Powertrain

AUTO 363: Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
- Hydraulic and mechanical system operation.
- Power flow and component repair techniques
AUTO 363D: Transmission Diagnostic and Repair
- Emphasis on development of diagnostic procedures and repair techniques
AUTO 363A: Advanced Manual Drivetrain
- The design operation and repair of four wheel and all wheel drive components, as well as the theory and practical application of the diagnosis of noise and vibrations in the drive train based on frequency calculation and measurement

Alternative Fuels

AUTO 367A: Hybrid Electric Vehicles
- Understanding the functions of automotive hybrid propulsion systems.
- Operating characteristics of hybrid drive systems. Integration of high voltage power supplies and energy storage systems
- Offered in spring
AUTO 367B: Plug-In Electric Vehicle Technology
- Understanding the functions of plug-in electric vehicles and hybrid extended-range electric vehicles.
- Operating characteristics of high voltage onboard charging systems. charging stations, photovoltaic systems, and electrical grid charging
- Offered in spring
AUTO 367J: Introduction to Automotive and Light Truck Diesel Systems
- Introduction to diesel engine theory and diagnostic techniques for engine, fuel system, and emissions
- Offered in winter
AUTO 367G: Gaseous Fuels
- Gaseous fuels include propane, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, and hydrogen.
- Introduction to these fuels and their theory and safety

Advanced Automotive Technology

AUTO 360K: Automotive Body Electrical
- Theory of operation for body electrical, electronic, and electromechanical systems.
- Understanding the functions of automotive body electrical systems.
- Utilization of special diagnostic equipment for body electrical systems and subsystems.
- Appropriate repair protocol for applied body electrical systems. Symptom to system diagnosis
- Offered in summer
AUTO 366: Automotive Air Conditioning
- Operation and service of automotive air conditioning refrigeration and electrical control systems.
- Includes retrofitting.
- Emphasis on diagnosis and repair of systems
- Offered in summer, when AC is needed most

Additional Classes

AUTO 353A: Automotive Mechanisms
- The application of physical principles to the operation of mechanical and hydraulic systems, using an applied physics technique.

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