Automotive-Diesel MLR (Maintenance and Light Repair Technician) - Major #8058

Certificate of Achievement Program Map

The program map below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this path. It is always recommended that you meet with your pathway counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.


Satisfactory completion of this curriculum prepares the student for employment as a Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) service technician in the automotive/diesel service facility.


Upon completion of the program, students will:
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester

Term 1

10 units

AUTOT 50A
Maintenance and Light Repair - Chassis Systems

8 units
Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
Students will be introduced to basic skills and training in Maintenance and Light Repair for Chassis Systems needed to earn an entry-level position at an automotive maintenance repair facility. Prepare students to pass the Automotive Service Excellence Maintenance and Light Repair Certification (ASE G1) test. (A, CSU)
Course Details:
      1. CSU Transfer

        AUTOT 58 or MDHD 68

        1 unit

        Select one of the following, keeping within the group you plan to complete (AUTOT or MDHD). 

        AUTOT 58
        Individualized Skills Training (IST) Chassis System I Laboratory

        1 unit
        Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
        This course is designed for students to complete assigned automobile manufacturers’ training modules: Hands-On (HO), Computer-Based Training (CBT), Web-Based Training (WBT), and/or Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) with instructor supervision. Provide the most current and up-to-date technology for students pursuing a career in Automotive Technology. Designed to accompany work experience in the trade. (A, CSU)
        Course Details:
            1. CSU Transfer
              or

              MDHD 68
              Individualized Skills Training (IST) Truck & Bus Chassis System I Laboratory

              1 unit
              Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
              Students will be introduced how to complete assigned truck and bus manufacturers’ training modules: Hands-On (HO)/Instructor Led Training (ILT), Computer-Based Training (CBT), Web-Based Training (WBT), and/or Video-Based Training (VBT) with instructor supervision. Provide the most current and up-to-date technology for students pursuing a career in Diesel Technology Basic Chassis Systems. Designed to accompany work experience in the trade. (A, CSU)
              Course Details:
                  1. CSU Transfer

                    AUTOT 58A or MDHD 68A

                    1 unit

                    AUTOT 58A
                    Individualized Skills Training (IST) Chassis System II Laboratory

                    1 unit
                    Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                    This course is designed for students to complete assigned automobile manufacturers’ training modules in Advanced Chassis Systems: Hands-On (HO), Computer-Based Training (CBT), Web-Based Training (WBT), and/or Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) with instructor supervision. Provide the most current and up-to-date technology for students pursuing a career in Automotive Technology. Designed to accompany work experience in the trade. (A, CSU)
                    Course Details:
                        1. CSU Transfer
                          or

                          MDHD 68A
                          Individualized Skills Training (IST) Truck & Bus Chassis System II Laboratory

                          1 unit
                          Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                          Students will be introduced how to complete assigned truck and bus manufacturers’ training modules: Hands-On (HO)/Instructor Led Training (ILT), Computer-Based Training (CBT), Web-Based Training (WBT), and/or Video-Based Training (VBT) with instructor supervision. Provide the most current and up-to-date technology for students pursuing a career in Diesel Technology Advanced Chassis Systems. Designed to accompany work experience in the trade. (A, CSU)
                          Course Details:
                              1. CSU Transfer

                                Term 2 

                                9 units

                                AUTOT 50B
                                Maintenance and Light Repair - Powertrain Systems

                                8 units
                                Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                Students will be introduced to basic skills and training in Maintenance and Light Repair for Powertrain Systems needed to earn an entry-level position at an automotive maintenance repair facility. Prepare students to pass the Automotive Service Excellence Maintenance and Light Repair Certification (ASE G1) test. (A, CSU)
                                Course Details:
                                    1. CSU Transfer

                                      AUTOT 58C or MDHD 68C

                                      1 unit

                                      AUTOT 58C
                                      Individualized Skills Training (IST) Power Train Systems Laboratory

                                      1 unit
                                      Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                      This course is designed for students to complete assigned automobile manufacturers’ training modules in Advanced Chassis Systems: Hands-On (HO), Computer-Based Training (CBT), Web-Based Training (WBT), and/or Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) with instructor supervision. Provide the most current and up-to-date technology for students pursuing a career in Automotive Technology. Designed to accompany work experience in the trade. (A, CSU)
                                      Course Details:
                                          1. CSU Transfer
                                            or

                                            MDHD 68C
                                            Individualized Skills Training (IST) Truck & Bus Power Train Systems Laboratory

                                            1 unit
                                            Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                            Students will be introduced how to complete assigned truck and bus manufacturers’ training modules: Hands-On (HO)/Instructor Led Training (ILT), Computer-Based Training (CBT), Web-Based Training (WBT), and/or Video-Based Training (VBT) with instructor supervision. Provide the most current and up-to-date technology for students pursuing a career in Diesel Technology Power Train Systems. Designed to accompany work experience in the trade. (A, CSU)
                                            Course Details:
                                                1. CSU Transfer

                                                  Term 3 (Summer)

                                                  5 units

                                                  AUTOT 19
                                                  Work Experience Education

                                                  4 units
                                                  Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                  Students will be introduced to supervised employment extending the classroom based on occupational learning related to automotive technology. Collaborative learning objectives established specific to automotive technology. Orientation hours may be required. (A, CSU)
                                                  Course Details:
                                                  1. Corequisite: AUTOT 50A
                                                  2. Corequisite: AUTOT 50B
                                                  3. Corequisite: ATGM 52
                                                  4. Corequisite: AUTOT 52
                                                  5. Corequisite: ATGM 54
                                                  6. Corequisite: AUTOT 54
                                                  7. Corequisite: MDHD 62
                                                  8. Corequisite: MDHD 64
                                                    1. CSU Transfer

                                                      AUTOT 58B or MDHD 68B

                                                      1 unit

                                                      AUTOT 58B
                                                      Individualized Skills Training (IST) Engine/Propulsion Systems Laboratory

                                                      1 unit
                                                      Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                      This course is designed for students to complete assigned automobile manufacturers’ training modules in Advanced Chassis Systems: Hands-On (HO), Computer-Based Training (CBT), Web-Based Training (WBT), and/or Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) with instructor supervision. Provide the most current and up-to-date technology for students pursuing a career in Automotive Technology. Designed to accompany work experience in the trade. (A, CSU)
                                                      Course Details:
                                                          1. CSU Transfer
                                                            or

                                                            MDHD 68A
                                                            Individualized Skills Training (IST) Truck & Bus Chassis System II Laboratory

                                                            1 unit
                                                            Effective Term: 2025 Fall Semester
                                                            Students will be introduced how to complete assigned truck and bus manufacturers’ training modules: Hands-On (HO)/Instructor Led Training (ILT), Computer-Based Training (CBT), Web-Based Training (WBT), and/or Video-Based Training (VBT) with instructor supervision. Provide the most current and up-to-date technology for students pursuing a career in Diesel Technology Advanced Chassis Systems. Designed to accompany work experience in the trade. (A, CSU)
                                                            Course Details:
                                                                1. CSU Transfer
                                                                  Total: 24 units