Automotive Technology

Faculty Members

Faculty	Office Phone	Email	Room
Keith Andreasen A.A.		Andreasen_Keith@sac.edu
Doug Bullard A.A.		Bullard_Doug@sac.edu
Glen Hammonds A.S., B.V.E.	(714) 564-6664	Hammonds_Glen@sac.edu	J-203
Marty Rudd		Rudd_James@sac.edu
Max Serrano A.A.	(714) 564-6662	Serrano_Max@sac.edu	J-204

Automatic Transmission & Transaxle

Brakes

Electrical/Electronic Systems

Engine Repair

Heating and Air Conditioning

Manual Drive Train & Axels

Suspension & Steering

Automotive Job Opportunities

Starting salaries range between $10.00 to $17.00 per hour. Skilled mechanics can earn $40,000+ per year with experience. Full and part-time jobs are available.

Automotive Technology Degree (0272)

The associate degree curriculum in automotive technology is designed to prepare the student for employment in automotive service and repair. Technical instruction includes lecture and lab experiences in a variety of subjects which the student may select according to his/her interests. Employment opportunities are available in civil service, service stations, independent garages and dealerships, both domestic and foreign.

Engine Service Option Certificate of Proficiency (0297)

The certificate curriculum in chassis service is designed to prepare students as engine service helpers and apprentices. Course content includes how to recondition valves, seals and cylinder walls, assembly of short blocks and repair of cracks in heads and blocks. The program will also enable those already employed in the field to upgrade their skills in engine machining and overhaul.

Chassis Service Option Certificate of Proficiency (1195)

The certificate curriculum in chassis service is designed to prepare the student for entry into the specialized field of: brake, front suspension and steering service on both import and domestic vehicles.

Engine Performance and Electrical Option Certificate of Proficiency (1196)

The certificate curriculum in tune-up and electrical service engine performance is designed to prepare students for entry into the specialized field of domestic and foreign automotive tune-up, electrical and air conditioning service and repair. Advances in electronics have increased the demand for technical skills and knowledge in this specialized area.

The certificate curriculum in advance engine performance is designed to prepare students for entry into the specialized field of diagnosing, testing and repairing computer controlled ignition, fuel and emission systems. It is recommended that students complete the Engine Performance & Electrical Option Certificate or have an equivalent trade experience.

Drive Train Service Option Certificate of Proficiency (2593)

The certificate curriculum in drive train service is designed to prepare the student for entry into the specialized field of standard and automatic transmissions, driveline and differential service and repair on both import and domestic vehicles.