College Skills Certificate in Smog Technician Specialist

Automotive Technology provides instruction in engine diagnosis, tuneup, emission control, brakes, front-end, and suspension systems. These courses are designed to prepare students for certification in these areas and for employment as automotive mechanics. Program Learning Outcomes - 1. Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to take and pass the State smog license and ASE exam (A 6, A 8 & L 1) required for employment in the automotive field. At Los Medanos College (LMC) students receive hands-on instruction and in-depth state-of-the-art training in the rapidly evolving field of automotive technology including including emission control, engine diagnosis, electrical and body communication, tune-up, brakes, suspension systems and hybrid. The program maintains up-to-date, technologically advanced training equipment and facilities through the continued support of industry manufacturers and local dealers.

California State law clarifies that a student must be 18 or a high school graduate by the time their first semester begins.ApplicationEvidence of Secondary/High School Graduation (if under 18)Evidence of English Language ProficiencyFinancial support evidencePassport copy