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ASE A1 — Engine Repair

The A1 Engine Repair course prepares you for the ASE A1 certification test and for real engine work in the bay. You will diagnose noises, leaks, and performance complaints, then move through cylinder head, valve train, block assembly, lubrication, and cooling system service using the same content areas ASE tests.

Duration
6 Weeks
Level
ASE Certification Prep
Format
Instructor-led in English · 24 hours
Tuition
$199
Engine block and cylinder head on a workbench during repair training

Curriculum

Module 1 — General Engine Diagnosis

  • Verifying the customer concern and engine noise diagnosis
  • Compression, cylinder leakage, and vacuum testing
  • Oil and coolant leak identification

Module 2 — Cylinder Head & Valve Train

  • Head removal, inspection, and warpage measurement
  • Valve, guide, and seat service
  • Camshaft, timing belt, and chain service

Module 3 — Engine Block

  • Cylinder bore, piston, and ring measurement
  • Crankshaft, bearing, and end-play specifications
  • Short block assembly practices

Module 4 — Lubrication, Cooling & ASE Review

  • Oil pump, pressure testing, and filtration
  • Radiator, thermostat, water pump, and fan diagnosis
  • ASE A1 practice test and review

What's included

  • Live instruction with master technician Luis Arboleda
  • ASE-aligned study guide and practice questions
  • Hands-on lab time with scan tools and scopes
  • Test-taking strategy for the ASE certification exam
  • Free review session before your test date
  • Lifetime access to your course materials online

Who it's for

Working technicians, apprentices, and shop owners preparing for ASE certification or recertification. No formal prerequisites — everything is taught in plain language, step by step.

Certification & exam prep

This course follows the official ASE content areas for its test. You finish with a Superior Automotive Training completion certificate and the preparation needed to sit the ASE exam with confidence.

How classes run

Small groups with one-on-one attention. Sessions combine classroom theory, real vehicle demonstrations, and timed practice tests, taught in English and Spanish by the same instructor.

What technicians say

Verified reviews from our Google Business profile.

5.0
20 Google reviews
Excelente lugar, muy buena atención por parte del profesor Luis y su asistente Leila.
Pedro MatiasFeb 2025 · Verified Google review
Siempre recomiendo a Luis, es un buen maestro, tiene el don de hacer entender las cosas fácilmente. Desde hace 15 años que empecé a recibir clases con él no he fallado ni un examen de ASE.
Arnold RodriguezFeb 2020 · Verified Google review
Really a good place and a good teacher with many years of experience and good teaching technique. For years I have received his courses and I am glad what he is promoting with Latin people and ASE exams in Spanish. Good work teacher Luis!
Luis PardoFeb 2020 · Verified Google review
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