Academic Program Model

Automotive Technology (AAS.AUTO)

This degree prepares students with entry-level skills and knowledge necessary for employment in automotive repair maintenance shops as service or parts personnel. The curriculum is based on, and follows Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) guidelines and is designed to prepare students for ASE certification. The program covers the vehicle's mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems, including light duty diesel fuel & emissions systems. Instruction is provided by ASE certified instructors in a shop equipped with modern equipment. Textbooks/lab manuals are approximately $500. A list of recommended tools can be obtained from counselors or auto 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
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-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
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	3.0
TEC-048	Applied Shop Computations TEC-048 Applied Shop Computations Focuses on basic arithmetic and calculations necessary for solving shop oriented problems involving geometric figures, formulas and algebra. Students draw graphs. A scientific calculator is required, so there is little or no memorization. Course Outline	3.0
	Semester Totals	17.0
Second Semester
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
SPE-111	Intro to Speech Communication SPE-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	3.0
HED-178	Responding to Emergencies HED-178 Responding to Emergencies The purpose of the American Red Cross Responding to Emergency course is to provide the citizen responder with the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life. Course Outline	2.0
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
--- ---	Social Science Elective --- --- Social Science Elective No Description Available	2.0
	Semester Totals	16.0
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 Exp AUT-075 Supervised Occupational Exp 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-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
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. Diseal fuel injection and turbo-chargers will also be discussed. Course Outline * +	5.0
--- ---	Economics Elective --- --- Economics Elective No Description Available	3.0
	Semester Totals	16.0
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
AUT-089	ASE Test Review AUT-089 ASE Test Review Review of subject material covered by National Institute Automotive Service Excellence Certificate Tests. Assists the technician in psychology of how to take the tests. Course Outline +++	2.0
--- ---	Technical Elective --- --- Technical Elective No Description Available	2.0
	Semester Totals	16.0

Total Program Hours

71.0

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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