Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair provides individuals with the technical knowledge and skills needed by automotive technicians specializing in the area of basic electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair. The curriculum within this certificate aligns with the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Automobile and Light Truck Certification Tests. See program advisor for additional certificate offerings. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Automotive Service is also available.

Details

Field of Interest
Applied Technology
Academic Plan Code
5946
Total credits required
22
Catalog Year
2026 - 2027

Students must earn a grade of C or better for each course listed in the Required Courses area.

This program replaces:

CCL/5597N Workforce Development: Automotive Technology Level II

CCL/5856 Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair

What You'll Learn
  1. Demonstrate safe personal and workplace habits according to industry standards.
  2. Comply with federal, state and local regulations with respect to the handling, storage, recycling and disposal of hazardous and toxic materials.
  3. Locate and interpret appropriate service information.
  4. Apply industry relevant strategies to properly diagnose the root cause of customer reported concerns in performing "quick service" and repair of automobiles.
  5. Apply industry relevant procedures to properly repair air conditioning and perform routine automotive maintenance.
  6. Apply industry relevant procedures to properly service normal wear items in automobiles.
  7. Prepare the vehicle for delivery to the customer according to industry standards.
  8. Use, maintain, and store automotive tools, equipment and workspace according to professional standards.
  9. Practice industry accepted ethical behavior.
  10. Demonstrate industry standard professionalism that includes dress, attendance, communication and customer service.
  11. Effectively communicate with diverse audiences orally, visually, and in writing.
  12. Demonstrate the ability to learn and adapt in an evolving technical environment.
Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Pathway Map Options

There are multiple options available for this pathway map. These options vary depending on the locations, partners, and available tracks of the award.

These pathway map options may share some common coursework. To explore what additional coursework may be required, select your desired option from the list below. Once selected, the list of courses and any associated details will be automatically updated in the course sequence below. The differences between individual pathway map options may only be a few courses.

Note: You will have to select one of the options below to view available course sequences.

Full-time Sequence

To view course sequences, select one of the pathway map options above.

Courses Not Currently Offered

Glendale Community College does not currently offer these courses. These courses may be offered by other Maricopa Community Colleges as indicated below. Select the link to view current availability and whether courses are offered in person, online, or in a hybrid format. Tuition rates are the same across Maricopa Community Colleges, but course fees may vary.

Courses listed in this pathway map that are not currently offered at Glendale Community College
Course Number Course Name Offering Colleges
ASE140AU Automotive Steering, Suspension and Alignment Mesa
ASE150AU Automotive Brake Systems Mesa
ASE160AU Introduction to Automotive Electrical Mesa
ASE170AU Automotive Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems Mesa
ASE180AU Introduction to Engine Management Mesa

Classes are also offered in the evening for this pathway map

Official Curriculum Documentation
View catalog page
Catalog page: https://gccaz.catalog.maricopa.edu/programs/5946-GCC02
Disclaimer

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.

Previous Catalog Years

The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.

Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair