This certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in the automotive industry as emissions inspectors or emissions repair technicians. It meets the state of California requirements for students seeking to apply for a California state smog inspector and/or repair license(s).

Student Learning Outcomes
✔  operate emission analyzers and tools safely.
✔  evaluate, adjust, test, and diagnose components/system malfunctions.
✔  research, download, and analyze technical manuals from the Internet, digital, and text sources.
✔  inspect, diagnose, and repair automotive electrical and electronic systems at Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) performance level.
✔  inspect, diagnose, and repair engines to ASE performance levels.
✔  inspect, diagnose, and repair fuel injection systems to ASE and BAR standards.
✔  diagnose engine emission systems to ASE and Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) standards.
✔  prepare for state smog inspector and repair technician certifications.