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College of the Desert · 4 credits

This course provides theory and hands-on experience in the fundamentals of automotive electricity and electronics including basic electrical principles, circuit components, circuit types, electrical system service and maintenance, diagnosis and repair of common circuit malfunctions. The focus is then placed on foundational automotive electrical components and systems including: batteries, starting systems and charging systems with an emphasis on troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of common electrical system malfunctions. A $20.00 test fee for the appropriate Automotive Service Excellent (ASE) Student Exam is required. A uniform is required for this course.
Fall 2026 · 3 sections
Aug 31 – Dec 18
| Section | Days & time | Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0576Class #0303739 | Tu Th · 9:00 – 10:30 AMTu Th · 10:30 AM – 12:05 PM | Diesel Mechanics Building 11A | Redman, Douglas H. |
| 0590Class #0303740 |
| Diesel Mechanics Building 10 |
| Lallman, Adrian D. |
| 0508Class #0307834 | Mo We · 9:00 – 10:30 AMMo We · 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Diesel Mechanics Building 11A | Anderson, Dorothy J. |
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