Academic Program Model

Automotive Technology (AAS.AUTO)

This degree prepares students with entry-level skills needed by technicians in the automotive industry. Students gain valuable hands on skills that builds confidence and knowledge needed to be successful. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification. Instruction is provided by ASE certified instructors in a shop/lab that is equipped with modern equipment. Lab manual expense is approximately $400. A list of recommended tools can be obtained from counselors or automotive instructors.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.

FIRST YEAR
First Semester		Hours
AUT-048	Intro to Automotive Technology AUT-048 Intro to Automotive Technology This course is a study of chemicals, shop safety and operations, tools and equipment, and careers in automotive technology. Techniques associated with electrical/electronics, heating and air conditioning, engine repair, brakes, steering and suspension, and engine performance will be discussed. Course Outline +	2.0
APT-041	Applied Mathematics I APT-041 Applied Mathematics I Fundamentals of basic arithmetic, calculator usage, simple equations, word problems, algebra, right triangles, charts and graphs. Course Outline OR
MAT-130	College Algebra MAT-130 College Algebra Review of the real number system, radicals, equations, and exponents, relations and functions, logarithms, complex numbers, polynomials, and theory of equations. A graphing calculator is required. A graphing calculator is required. Ask instructor for calculator recommendation. Course Outline	3.0
AUT-051	Electrical Systems I AUT-051 Electrical Systems I This course is a study of the principles of electricity and electrical circuit design and diagnosing. Covers battery diagnosis and service. Starting Systems diagnosis and repair will be discussed. Course Outline +	4.0
AUT-050	Engine Repair AUT-050 Engine Repair This course is a study of engine design, diagnosis, removal, cylinder head and valve train repair. Short block repair, lubricating systems, cooling systems will be discussed and hands on reassembly of the engine is included. Course Outline +	5.0
AUT-080	Steering and Suspension AUT-080 Steering and Suspension This course is a study of steering systems, front and rear suspension systems. It also covers basic wheel alignment, diagnosis and repair culminating in complete four wheel computerized alignment. Course Outline +	4.0
	Semester Totals	18.0
Second Semester
--- ---	Social Science Elective --- --- Social Science Elective No Description Available	3.0
AUT-053	Brake Systems AUT-053 Brake Systems This course is a study of the hydraulic principles of drum, disc, and ABS brake systems. Diagnosis and repair of power assisted, drum, disc, and antilock brake systems will be discussed. Course Outline +++	4.0
AUT-052	Engine Performance I AUT-052 Engine Performance I This course is a study of computerized engine control system operation and diagnosis. Focusing on computer networks, sensors and ignition systems beginning with and building on basic ignition systems and culminating with computerized unit ignition systems. Course Outline +++	5.0
ENG-050	Writing for Industry ENG-050 Writing for Industry Students will learn strategies for writing essays, instructions manuals, proposals, reports, career documents as well as deliver oral presentations to prepare them for a profession in industry. Students will practice research strategies by using library resources and the Internet. Course Outline OR
ENG-098	Communications I ENG-098 Communications I Students will learn the principles of communications by listening, speaking, and writing. Emphasis is placed on communication skills related to the demands of the student's career area. Course Outline OR
ENG-120	Composition I ENG-120 Composition I Students will study the writing process by reading essays that illustrate a variety of rhetorical strategies, analyzing writing tasks and texts, and writing, revising, and editing short essays. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals	15.0
Summer Term
AUT-054	Heating and Air Conditioning I AUT-054 Heating and Air Conditioning I A study of heating and air conditioning fundamentals as used on current automobiles, trucks and farm equipment. Practical experience will be provided in diagnosis, repair and service of various types of components. Course Outline * ++++	3.0
AUT-075	Supervised Occupational Experience AUT-075 Supervised Occupational Experience Designed to promote on the job experience in automotive technology and applying skills & knowledge learned in the program. The employers & supervising instructors work closely with the student in an off campus job site during the summer session. Course Outline * ++++	3.0
	Semester Totals	6.0

SECOND YEAR
First Semester		Hours
AUT-059	Electrical Systems II AUT-059 Electrical Systems II This course is a study of diagnosis and repair of the charging and lighting systems. A discussion of accessories, including air bags, gauges, will also be covered. Course Outline * +	4.0
AUT-081	Engine Performance II AUT-081 Engine Performance II This course is a study of fuel and exhaust systems, including TBI, PFI, SFI and direct fuel injection. Diesel fuel injection and turbo-chargers will also be discussed. Course Outline * +	5.0
ECO-130	The American Economy ECO-130 The American Economy Combines Macroeconomics and Microeconomics and focuses on basic supply and demand analysis, national income accounting, business cycles, inflation, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy, and international economic problems. Course Outline OR
ECO-231	Principles of Economics I (Macro) ECO-231 Principles of Economics I (Macro) Focuses on the nature and method of economics, basic supply and demand analysis, national income accounting, business cycles, inflation and unemployment, fiscal policy, money and banking, and monetary policy. Course Outline OR
ECO-232	Principles of Economics II (Micro) ECO-232 Principles of Economics II (Micro) Focuses on free enterprise and the economic functions of government, advanced supply and demand analysis, pricing in competitive/non-competitive markets, and pricing in resource markets. Course Outline	3.0
COM-111	Intro to Speech Communication COM-111 Intro to Speech Communication Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selection, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence, and points of view to audiences. Course Outline OR
COM-200	Interpersonal Communication COM-200 Interpersonal Communication Principles and practices of oral communication emphasizing message formation and delivery, listening, perception, awareness of verbal and non-verbal codes, and managing conflict. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals	15.0
Second Semester
AUT-076	Auto Transmissions/Transaxles AUT-076 Auto Transmissions/Transaxles This course is a study of automatic transmissions/transaxles maintenance, diagnosis and adjustment. On board and off board hydraulic control operations and repair are discussed. Course Outline * +++	5.0
AUT-082	Manual Dr Train and Axles AUT-082 Manual Dr Train and Axles This course is the study of the diagnosis and repair of clutches, manual transmissions, transaxles and differentials. CV joints, drive shafts, front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive operations will be discussed. Course Outline * +++	5.0
AUT-083	Engine Performance III AUT-083 Engine Performance III This course is a study of emission control systems. Individual emission control devices including EGR, PCV, AIR, Particulate Filters, DEF systems, catalytic converters, and spark timing controllers are discussed. Course Outline * +++	2.0
	Semester Totals	12.0

Total Program Hours

66.0

Call Counseling Services: 217-234-5232
Email: counsel@lakelandcollege.edu

Faculty Contact: Kevin R. Miller
Faculty Email: kmiller@lakelandcollege.edu
Faculty Phone: 217-234-5286

*	There are prerequisites, course requisites, or minimum
*	placement test scores for this course.
**	Electives must be approved by the Program Coordinator
+	Course only offered fall semester
++	Course only offered spring and summer semester
+++	Course only offered spring semester
++++	Course offered in summer term only
^	SOS 050 Human Relations and PSY 271 Introduction to
^	Psychology cannot be used as a social science elective
^^	Consult Academic Advisor for appropriate course
^^^	Course requires a 30-hour practicum experience in addition
^^^	to classroom lecture hours
^^^^	ECE 120 and ECE 125 must be taken the same semester