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Partial list of required certificate courses. The catalog publishes a larger required sequence and separate general education requirements for the associate degree. A grade of C or better is required in certificate coursework.
AUTO 200: Automotive Fundamentals for Technicians (Required certificate course)
AUTO 201: Engine Operation & Testing (Required certificate course)
AUTO 204: Automotive Suspension & Steering (Required certificate course)
AUTO 205: Automotive Brake Systems (Required certificate course)
Sources
Pasadena City College 2026–27 Automotive Technology catalog page: https://curriculum.pasadena.edu/academic-programs/automotive-technology/automotive-technology-all-automotive-systems-as-cert-achievement/
Automotive technology: all automotive systems, Pasadena City College | California Pathways