Advanced Engine Performance Specialist (L1)
Credential: Advanced Engine Performance Specialist (L1)
Credentialing Agency: National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
Renewal Period: 5 years
The Advanced Engine Performance Specialist certification is for technicians who possess knowledge of the skills required to diagnose sophisticated driveability and emissions-related problems on automobiles, SUVs, and light-duty trucks. Candidates must be currently certified in Automobile Engine Performance (A8), and satisfy the two-year hands-on work experience requirement. Candidates must also pass an examination, which contains 50 scored questions focused on the diagnosis of general power-train, computerized power-train controls (including OBD II), ignition systems, fuel and air induction systems, emission control systems, and I/M test failures. Technicians must retest every five years to retain their certification. The Advanced Engine Performance Specialist recertification test (L1R) is the same length as the initial certification test.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Advanced Engine Performance Specialist (L1)
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements
- Credential Prerequisite: Automobile Engine Performance (A8)
- Experience: 2 years recommended
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required.
Exam Requirements
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 5 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
1503 Edwards Ferry Road, NE
Suite 401
Leesburg, VA 20176
Phone: (800) 390-6789
Fax: (703) 669-6127
Email: contactus@ase.com