Automotive Service Specialist Certificate (071A)
This certificate provides an overview of basic automotive skills and terminology. Students will learn definitions of common automotive terms, proper care and use of tools, and safety precautions and procedures in the shop. In addition, the certificate provides a general introduction to automotive components and principles, including the engine, its parts, and their functions; fuel systems; batteries and cranking systems; ignition systems; suspension, steering, and brakes; manual and automatic transmissions; heating and air conditioning; and electrical systems and principles. It also covers operations and principles of the electrical and electronic components in the automobile. Students learn practical application in the basic diagnosis and repair of automotive electrical systems. Upon completion of this certificate, students will be able to perform the duties usually required of an entry-level service technician.
Certificates less than 16 credit hours are not eligible for financial aid.
Graduation Requirements
- Total Credit Hours: 7 credit hours in courses numbered 100 and above
- Cumulative Grade Point Average: 2.00 (‘C’) or better for all work applicable toward the degree that was completed at Richland
- Residency: 4 credit hours or more at Richland Community College
Curriculum Requirements
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