AUTO 150 - Engine Electrical Systems

    Recent Professors
    cmckeever@riohondo.edu, FCarrillo@riohondo.edu, mdighera@riohondo.edu, lesten@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Spring 2024, Fall 2023
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    AUTO 106
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of AUTO 150
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides an overview of the 21st century automobile’s electrical system as related to the engine and engine-related systems. The course covers the theory of operation, operational characteristics, methods of problem diagnosis, and repair of systems including electronic ignition, electronic fuel injection, engine management, emission control, charging, cooling, and starting. This course prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) A8 Engine Performance test, and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the Division of Career and Technical Education (CTE) may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:25pm, Mon 8:00am–11:10am, Mon Wed 8:00am–9:25am, Tue Thu 6:00pm–7:25pm