Automotive Technology Program
The Program
 The Automotive Technology program is designed for those
students who have completed a year of high school automotive course work or
its equivalent and who need advanced training and experience prior to
entering the automotive workforce. We offer hands on education in a
certified training facility where students work with industry professionals
to learn the skills they need to be successful in the field of automotive
technology.
ASE Certified Program
 Our Automotive Technology Program is ASE Certified, as our our
instructors. The independent, non-profit National Institute for Automotive
Service Excellence (ASE) was established in 1972. ASE's mission is to
improve the quality of vehicle repair and service through the testing and
certification of repair and service professionals. As an ASE Certified
Training Provider, Cerro Coso College offers the training necessary to
successfully pass the ASE certifications. Our program is designed to help
you succeed and become a training automotive professional.
Associate in Science Degrees and Occupational Certificate Programs
Cerro Coso Community College has developed occupational/career, Associate
Degree, and certificate programs which reflect the needs of
its communities. Many opportunities for occupational education at Cerro Coso
Community College are provided for those who wish to
become more self-sufficient citizens, advance within their present
occupational fields, or develop new skills and pursue alternative careers.
Courses in occupational programs at Cerro Coso Community College may be
accepted toward the Bachelor’s Degree at selected four-year
institutions. Students are urged to consult with a college counselor for
details.
Occupational/Career Certificate
One or more Certificates of Completion may be awarded upon successful
completion of a prescribed course of study. To qualify for a certificate a
student must:
- Successfully complete all required course work for a particular
certificate as outlined in the Cerro Coso Community College Catalog.
Some programs offer more than one certificate, each reflecting either an
alternative path or option or concentration and/or a more
advanced set of occupational skills. (Equivalent courses completed at
other accredited institutions may be accepted and applied to
satisfy certificate requirements.)
- Achieve a 2.0 (“C”) grade point average in course work to be applied
toward the certificate.
- Complete a minimum of 12 units in residence at Cerro Coso Community
College.
- File a petition for the specific certificate with the counseling staff
at the campus where you are enrolled.
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