AUTO 99A
Automotive Electricity, Battery and Cranking Systems
Course Description
This course covers the fundamentals of automotive electricity, including electron theory, the fundamentals of circuit construction and interpretation, principles of magnetism as applied to electric motors, relays, and coils. It will focus on diagnosis, troubleshooting, and servicing of automotive battery and cranking systems, including system repair procedures. Students will develop skills in the use of test equipment, including the digital volt ohmmeter (DVOM) and electrical load testing tools, for the analysis and diagnosis of these types of electrical systems.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23791 | AUTO 99A | 55 | MTWRF·· | 07:30 AM-08:50 AM | Pete Vernazza | E12F |
| MTWRF·· | 09:00 AM-12:20 PM |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-09-21 to 2026-10-30.
Footnote:
AUTO-099A-55: Meets fully ON-Campus. This class meets on campus as noted in the class listing. Course sequence contract required prior to attendance.
Class Materials
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Course Details
- Units
- 7 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
- Weekly Lab Hours: 9
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Pass/Fail Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
- Elementary algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond elementary algebra
- Limitation on Enrollment
- (Approved Automotive Technology Course Sequence Contract required.)