TESL 101A - Tesla Student Automotive Technician (START) Program - A

    Recent Professors
    SGriffith@riohondo.edu, agold@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2025, Summer 2025, Spring 2025, Summer 2024, Spring 2024
    Class Size
    20–24 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    AUTO 260
    Fall 2025 Sections
    View Fall 2025 sections of TESL 101A
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is the first in a series of four courses intended to teach entry-level students about electric vehicle (EV) applications and the technology used at Tesla, Inc. The course is suitable for students already working in the battery electric/hybrid vehicle and energy technology field and students who have completed a two-year automotive program. This first course covers the history of the Tesla company, a product and model overview, and an introduction to Tesla's service network, laptop diagnostic system, and service/parts access. Technical skills covered in this series include high-voltage tools and safety systems, diagnoses using software applications (e.g., Fast Lane ), service repair basics, basic chassis, driver systems, and thermal and heating ventilation air conditions (HVAC) system services. Río Hondo's Tesla START program provides students with skills needed for a successful career with Tesla, Inc. A formal application and interview process is required for acceptance into this course/program.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed 7:00am–10:05am, Mon Tue Wed 7:00am–10:20am, Mon Tue Wed 7:00am–9:50am, Mon Wed 7:00am–9:50am