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AUTO-102
Automotive Technology Fundamentals and Safety
Credit(s): 2
This course is an introduction to the automotive industry including safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, professional responsibilities and basic automotive maintenance.
Corequisites:
AUTO-119L
AUTO-111
Manual Drive Trains and Axles
Credit(s): 2
This course discusses the theory and operation of current, manually-shifted transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases, as well as the theory and operation of drive shafts, axles and differentials as used with passenger cars and light trucks and SUVs.
Corequisites:
AUTO-119L, AUTO-118
AUTO-118
Electrical Systems
Credit(s): 3
This course will cover basic electrical theory, wiring diagrams, test equipment, diagnosis, repair, replacement of electrical components, including battery, starting, charging, and lighting systems. Upon successful completion, the student should be able to properly use wiring diagrams and test equipment to diagnose, test, and repair wiring and lighting in accordance with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards.
Recommended:
AUTO-111
Corequisites:
AUTO-119L
AUTO-119L
Automotive Lab I
Credit(s): 7
This course is designed to apply the theory and practices discussed in the corequisite lecture courses through hands-on tasks. Lab activities include, but are not limited to, demonstrations by instructor, assigned tasks utilizing tools, equipment on various mock up vehicles and components. Other lab activities may include familiarization of system operation, research of service information, service and repair procedures, as well as component and system diagnosis.
Corequisites:
AUTO-111, AUTO-118
AUTO-124
Brakes, Suspension and Steering
Credit(s): 2
This course discusses the theory, operation, diagnosis, adjustment and repair of current braking, steering, and suspension systems as used on current automobiles, light trucks and SUVs. Antilock braking systems, stability control systems, tire pressure monitoring systems, tire service and wheel alignment will also be covered.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-111, AUTO-118, AUTO-119L
Corequisites:
AUTO-129L, AUTO-127
AUTO-127
Engine Repair
Credit(s): 3
This course will cover the theory, construction, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines and related systems. Topics include fundamental operating principles of engines and diagnosis, inspection, adjustment, and repair of automotive engines using appropriate service information. Upon successful completion, a student should be able to perform basic diagnosis, measurement and repair of automotive engines using appropriate tools, equipment, procedures and service information in accordance with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-111, AUTO-118, AUTO-119L
Corequisites:
AUTO-129L, AUTO-124
AUTO-129L
Automotive Lab II
Credit(s): 7
This course is designed to apply the theory and practices discussed in the corequisite lecture courses through hands-on tasks. Lab activities include, but are not limited to, demonstrations by instructor, assigned tasks utilizing tools, equipment on various mock up and live vehicles and components. Other lab activities may include familiarization of system operation, research of service information, service and repair procedures, as well as component and system diagnosis.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-111, AUTO-118, AUTO-119L
Corequisites:
AUTO-124, AUTO-127
AUTO-231
Engine Performance I
Credit(s): 3
This course discusses the theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of the mechanical, electrical/electronic, fuel, induction, exhaust and emission systems of the modern internal combustion engine as related to current automobiles, light trucks and SUVs.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-111, AUTO-118, AUTO-119L, AUTO-124, AUTO-127, AUTO-129L
Corequisites:
AUTO-235L, AUTO-233
AUTO-233
Electrical Systems II and HVAC
Credit(s): 2
This course discusses the theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of advanced electrical systems and electronic systems, as related to current automobiles, light trucks and SUVs. This course also includes the theory, diagnosis, service practices and repair of the current automotive air conditioning and automatic temperature control systems used with current automobiles, light trucks and SUVs.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-111, AUTO-118, AUTO-119L, AUTO-124, AUTO-127, AUTO-129L
Corequisites:
AUTO-235L, AUTO-231
AUTO-235L
Advanced Automotive Lab III
Credit(s): 7
This course is designed to apply the theory and practices discussed in the corequisite lecture courses through hands-on tasks. Lab activities include, but are not limited to, demonstrations by instructor, assigned tasks utilizing tools, equipment on various mock up and live vehicles and components. Other lab activities may include familiarization of system operation, research of service information, service and repair procedures, as well as component and system diagnosis.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-111, AUTO-118, AUTO-119L, AUTO-124, AUTO-127, AUTO-129L
Corequisites:
AUTO-231, AUTO-233
AUTO-241
Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
Credit(s): 3
This course discusses the theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of current, electronically controlled automatic transmissions and transaxles.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-231, AUTO-233, AUTO-235L
Corequisites:
AUTO-243, AUTO-245L or AUTO-246L and AUTO-290
AUTO-243
Engine Performance II
Credit(s): 2
This course focuses on advanced drivability issues that affect engine performance. Emphasis will be on diagnostic strategies. Discussions will involve the function, diagnosis and repair of current automobile systems that affect engine performance and emissions utilizing the diagnostic equipment available. This course is designed for students to prepare for the ASE L1 - Advanced Level Engine Performance Certification test.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-231, AUTO-233, AUTO-235L
Corequisites:
AUTO-241, AUTO-245L or AUTO-246L and AUTO-290
AUTO-245L
Advanced Automotive Lab IV
Credit(s): 7
This course is designed to apply the theory and practices discussed in the corequisite lecture courses through hands-on tasks. Lab activities include, but are not limited to, demonstrations by instructor, assigned tasks utilizing tools, equipment on various mock up and live vehicles and components. Other lab activities may include familiarization of system operation, research of service information, service and repair procedures, as well as component and system diagnosis.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-111, AUTO-118, AUTO-119L, AUTO-124, AUTO-127, AUTO-129L, AUTO-231, AUTO-233, AUTO-235L
Corequisites:
AUTO-241, AUTO-243
AUTO-246L
Advanced Automotive Lab V
Credit(s): 6
This course is designed to apply the theory and practices discussed in the corequisite lecture courses through hands-on tasks. Lab activities include; demonstrations by instructor, assigned tasks utilizing tools and equipment on various vehicles and components. Other lab activities may include familiarization of system operation, research of service information, service and repair procedures, as well as component and system diagnosis.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-231, AUTO-233, AUTO-235L
Corequisites:
AUTO-241, AUTO-243, AUTO-290
AUTO-290
Advanced Automotive Internship
Credit(s): 1
This course is designed to apply the theory and practices discussed in pre/corequisite lecture courses through work experience in an on-the-job setting. This course is developed as a contract agreement between the student intern and host organization. This course provides supervised training in automotive repair and automotive organizational operations. The student must demonstrate a minimum of entry-level competence for an automotive repair technician as determined by the internship supervisor and must document 45 hours at the internship site. Course will be graded as Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites:
AUTO-231, AUTO-233, AUTO-235L
Corequisites:
AUTO-241, AUTO-243, AUTO-246L
