Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technician Certificate
This program is currently not admitting new students.
This certificate covers the history and evolution of hybrid, electric and alternate-fuel vehicles; general safety precautions and procedures; and required and recommended tools for servicing. This certificate is designed to give students the theory and hands-on experience needed to safely and confidently service this growing vehicle population.
To receive a certificate or degree in an automotive program, all courses must be completed with a 2.0 GPA or higher. To remain in the program, all students must have the required textbooks by the start of the third week of classes and must have the required tools by the start of the second quarter.
Program Length
This program is approximately one quarter long, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements. Must have required tools and textbooks.
Admission Dates
Hybrid courses are taught summer quarter only. Fall and spring admission to the Automotive Technician program.
Completion Requirements
Prerequisite(s)
Successful completion of ENG 094 or meet appropriate placement and be concurrently enrolled in MAT 092 or meet appropriate placement while enrolled in IAUT. Successful completion of Introduction to Automotive or Ford Maintenance & Light Repair Technician certificate, or equivalent with a “C+” (2.3) in each IAUT and FAUT class in order to register for first quarter classes in Automotive Technician or Automotive Collision Technician programs. Graduation from an ASE/NATEF certified program or two years of industry experience with instructor’s permission. Must have approved safety glasses, coveralls and high- voltage gloves.
Program Course List
| AUTH 105 | Hybrid/Alternate Fuel Introduction & Safety | 2 |
| AUTH 110 | Alternate Fuel Vehicle Systems | 2 |
| AUTH 115 | Toyota Hybrid System Overview | 2 |
| AUTH 120 | Toyota Prius Hybrid System | 2 |
| AUTH 125 | Honda Hybrid System Overview | 2 |
| AUTH 130 | Honda Civic IMA Hybrid System | 2 |
| AUTH 135 | Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrid System Overview | 2 |
| AUTH 140 | General Motors & Other Hybrid Systems Overview | 2 |
| AUTH 145 | Advanced Lab & Final Exam Preparation | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 18 |