2023-2024 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    May 04, 2024  
2023-2024 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CSN CA Automotive Technology: Diagnostic Specialist Map


JOB/EMPLOYMENT INFO: www.csn.edu/imactarea

WHO SHOULD USE THIS ACADEMIC MAP
This academic map should be used by CSN students who are completing the Automotive Technology: Diagnostic Specialist, CA.
 
HOW THIS ACADEMIC MAP IS SET UP
The academic map is set up to show students the ideal path to completing the certificate in two (2) semesters.  Students who cannot take the map’s recommended number of credits each semester will take longer to complete the degree, graduate and transfer.
 
CSN CA AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY: DIAGNOSTIC SPECIALIST: DESCRIPTION
This Certificate program prepares students for entry level careers as engine performance diagnostic technicians. Completion will prepare the student to be knowledgeable and proficient in safe operational procedures, use of hand and power tools, and use of lab and advanced diagnostic equipment including DVOM’s, scan tools, digital storage oscilloscopes, electronic service information, as well as having a basic knowledge of the automotive industry as a whole. Students will perform diagnosis and repair of electrical systems including battery, starting and changing, engine related service procedures, driveability diagnosis, and diagnosis of vehicle computer network systems and body control computers. Student will be knowledgeable in alternative fueled vehicle service techniques as related to the driveability area. Students will also be prepared to obtain a State of Nevada Class 1G smog inspector license.

 

Semester #1 (11 Total Minimum Credit Hours)


Semester Notes
  • Student MUST earn a grade of C or higher in each course for this semester.
  • Click on a course to see more information about that course including description, prerequisites and credit value.
 
Semester Milestones
  • Student MUST MEET with an advisor or counselor BEFORE REGISTERING for their NEXT SEMESTER.

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Semester #2 (9 Total Minimum Credit Hours)


Semester Notes
  • Student MUST earn a grade of C or higher in each course for this semester.
  • Click on a course to see more information about that course including description, prerequisites and credit value.
 
Semester Milestones
  • Student MUST MEET with an advisor or counselor BEFORE REGISTERING for their NEXT SEMESTER.

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Semester #3 (12 Total Minimum Credit Hours)


Semester Notes

  • Student MUST earn a grade of C or higher in each course for this semester.
  • Click on a course to see more information about that course including description, prerequisites and credit value.

 

Semester Milestones

  • APPLY FOR GRADUATION by the deadline. Click www.csn.edu/graduation for more information on applying for graduation.
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