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All courses are for unit credit and apply to a De Anza associate degree unless otherwise noted.
AUTO 60N Hybrid Vehicle Safety and Maintenance 2 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 60A and 60B.
Two hours lecture (24 hours total per quarter).
Explores the use of hybrid electric power for vehicle transportation. Topics will include safety, maintenance of hybrid propulsion and internal combustion systems, drivability, and storage battery technology. Various designs of hybrid vehicles and their integrated systems from multiple manufacturers will be discussed. This course also fulfills the Toyota Technician Education Network training requirement for the T-256 course. This course is suitable for students interested in alternative fuels or power and energy technology.
AUTO 61A Automotive Brake Systems 4 1/2 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 51A and AUTO 51B.
Four and one-half hours lecture (54 hours total per quarter).
Operation of automotive brake systems. Repair, maintenance and troubleshooting.
AUTO 61B Electronically Controlled Brake 4 1/2 Units Systems
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 61A.
Four and one-half hours lecture (54 hours total per quarter).
Computer controlled automotive brake systems, including service, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair procedures.
AUTO 62A Automotive Suspension, Steering and Alignment
9 Units
AUTO 65P Smog Inspector - Level 1 Training 7 Units
Corequisite: AUTO 65W.
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent. Seven hours lecture (84 hours total per quarter).
Automotive technician training program for California’s Smog inspection program. Course content is mandated by the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR).
AUTO 65W Smog Inspector - Level 2 Training 2 1/2 Units
Corequisite: AUTO 65P.
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent. Two and one-half hours lecture (30 hours total per quarter).
Automotive technician training program for California’s Smog Inspection Program. Meets one of the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) requirement for obtaining Smog Inspector License.
AUTO 66 Automotive Air Conditioning 4 1/2 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent. Four and one-half hours lecture (54 hours total per quarter).
Operation and service of automotive air conditioning refrigeration and electrical control systems. Includes retrofitting. Emphasis on diagnosis and repair of systems. Preparation for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examination in Area A7.
AUTO 67A Hybrid Electric Vehicles 4 1/2 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 60A, 60B and 60G.
Four and one-half hours lecture (54 hours total per quarter).
Understanding the functions of automotive hybrid propulsion systems. Operating characteristics of hybrid drive systems. Integration of high voltage power supplies and energy storage systems. Operating fundamentals of DC to DC converters. Relationship of internal combustion engines and motor generators. Function and design of regenerative braking systems. Operation of hybrid transmission systems and power splitting devices. Application of the high expansion ratio cycle. Understanding the safety aspects of service hybrid electric vehicles. Utilization of special diagnostic equipment for hybrid electrical systems and related subsystems. Appropriate repair protocol for hybrid electrical systems. Maintenance and servicing of hybrid vehicles.
AUTO 67B Plug-In Electric Vehicle Technology 4 1/2 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 67A.
Four and one-half hours lecture (54 hours total per quarter).
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. Operation of onboard smart charging systems. Economics of electric transportation, utility company systems, and existing options such as off-peak charging. Understanding the use of electric power as applicable to extended range electric vehicle transportation. Utilization of applicable diagnostic and service equipment. Electric vehicle theory of operation. Advantages of an electric drive train. Electric vehicle history and current status of plug-in electric vehicle technologies. Career possibilities in the electric transportation industry. Safety procedures and maintenance of plug-in electric vehicles.
AUTO 67G Gaseous Fuels 4 1/2 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent. Four and one-half hours lecture (54 hours total per quarter).
Gaseous fuels include propane, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas and hydrogen. Propane has been used as an engine fuel for over 80-years. After gasoline and diesel, it is the third most popular fuel. It is used to power over four million vehicles. Compressed natural gas and liquefied natural gas are being used in many fleet applications and have a large pipeline distribution system. Hydrogen is used in a fuel cell to create electricity and expels water. Two major automobile manufacturers have introduced hydrogen powered cars. As a society we are moving towards having humans have less of an impact on our environment and the gaseous fuel are a big part of the movement.
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 51A and AUTO 51B.
Nine hours lecture (108 hours total per quarter).
Operation of automotive suspension, steering and alignment systems. Overview of maintenance, repair and troubleshooting procedures.
AUTO 62B Advanced Wheel Alignment 9 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 62A.
Nine hours lecture (108 hours total per quarter).
Advanced study of wheel alignment systems. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic inspection and repair procedures.
AUTO 63 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles 9 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 50A and AUTO 50B.
Nine hours lecture (108 hours total per quarter).
Principles of operation, service and repair procedures for automatic transmissions and transaxles. Hydraulic and mechanical system operation. Power flow and component repair techniques. Preparation for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examination in Area A2.
AUTO 63A Advanced Manual Drive Train 9 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 50A and AUTO 50B.
Nine hours lecture (108 hours total per quarter).
Details of operation and repair of automotive manual drive train components. 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. Service and repair procedures, product problem discussions and demonstrations. Preparation for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examination in Area A3.
AUTO 63D Transmission Diagnostic and 4 1/2 Units Repair Techniques
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 50A and AUTO 50B.
Four and one-half hours lecture (54 hours total per quarter).
Diagnostic and repair techniques for automatic transmissions and transaxles. Emphasis on development of diagnostic procedures and repair techniques. Preparation for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification examinations in Areas A2 and A3.
AUTO 64 Automotive Machining and Engine Repair 9 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; AUTO 50B.
Nine hours lecture (108 hours total per quarter).
Repair and rebuilding of engine cylinder heads and block components, engine assembly and testing. Includes theory, diagnosis, disassembly, cleaning, inspection and failure analysis. Preparation for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) examinations for Areas A1 and M1, M2 and M3.
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AUTO 64HP High Performance Engine Preparation 9 Units
Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent; A AUTO 64.
Nine hours lecture (108 hours total per quarter).
Precision and performance engine preparation. Includes selection and matching of engine and valve train components for maximum efficiency and output.

































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