AUTO 1 - VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

    Recent Professors
    T. Bryant, G. Compomizzo, S. Loechel, E. Milazzo
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    5–36 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of AUTO 1
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is designed to cover the basic theory of electricity and magnetism, as well as areas of operation, testing, and service of vehicle batteries, switches, relays, starters and starting systems, alternators, regulators, charging systems, and light circuits. The course includes electrical theory, repair procedures, and laboratory tasks. This course, along with the Introduction to Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology course, is designed to prepare students to become ASE certified in area A-6 and is required for Automotive majors. This course may be offered in a distance education format. (CSU transferable)
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 10:00am–11:30am, Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 12:30pm–1:50pm, Mon Thu Fri 11:00am–11:50am, Fri 1:50pm–3:10pm