| FIRST YEAR | |||
| First Semester | Hours | ||
| AUT-048 | Intro to Automotive Technology +AUT-048 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.
Intro to Automotive Technology Course Outline | 2.0 | |
| AUT-050 | Engine Repair +AUT-050 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.
Engine Repair Course Outline | 5.0 | |
| AUT-051 | Electrical Systems I +AUT-051 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.
Electrical Systems I Course Outline | 4.0 | |
| ENG-050 | Writing for Industry ENG-050 Students will learn strategies for writing essays, instruction manuals, proposals, reports and 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.
Writing for Industry Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| TEC-048 | Applied Shop Computations TEC-048 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.
Applied Shop Computations Course Outline | 3.0 | |
Semester Totals |
17.0 | ||
| Second Semester | |||
| AUT-052 | Engine Performance I +++AUT-052 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.
Engine Performance I Course Outline | 5.0 | |
| SPE-111 | Intro to Speech Communication SPE-111 Focuses on the fundamental principles and methods of selection, analyzing, organizing, developing and communicating information, evidence, and points of view to audiences.
Intro to Speech Communication Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| HED-178 | Responding to Emergencies HED-178 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.
Responding to Emergencies Course Outline | 2.0 | |
| AUT-053 | Brake Systems +++AUT-053 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.
Brake Systems Course Outline | 4.0 | |
| --- --- | Social Science Elective --- ---
Social Science Elective | 2.0 | |
Semester Totals |
16.0 | ||
| Summer Term | |||
| AUT-054 | Heating and Air Conditioning I *++++AUT-054 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.
Heating and Air Conditioning I Course Outline | 3.0 | |
| AUT-075 | Supervised Occupational Exp *++++AUT-075 Designed to promote on-the-job experience in automotive technology and apply skills and knowledge learned in the program. The employers and supervising instructors work closely with the student in an off-campus job site.
Supervised Occupational Exp Course Outline | 3.0 | |
Semester Totals |
6.0 | ||
| SECOND YEAR | |||
| First Semester | Hours | ||
| AUT-059 | Electrical Systems II *+AUT-059 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.
Electrical Systems II Course Outline | 4.0 | |
| AUT-080 | Steering and Suspension *+AUT-080 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.
Steering and Suspension Course Outline | 4.0 | |
| AUT-081 | Engine Performance II *+AUT-081 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.
Engine Performance II Course Outline | 5.0 | |
| --- --- | Economics Elective --- ---
Economics Elective | 3.0 | |
Semester Totals |
16.0 | ||
| Second Semester | |||
| AUT-076 | Auto Transmissions/Transaxles *+++AUT-076 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.
Auto Transmissions/Transaxles Course Outline | 5.0 | |
| AUT-082 | Manual Dr Train and Axles *+++AUT-082 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.
Manual Dr Train and Axles Course Outline | 5.0 | |
| AUT-083 | Engine Performance III *+++AUT-083 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.
Engine Performance III Course Outline | 2.0 | |
| AUT-089 | ASE Test Review +++AUT-089 Review of subject material covered by National Institute Automotive Service Excellence Certificate tests. Assists the technician in psychology of how to take the tests.
ASE Test Review Course Outline | 2.0 | |
| --- --- | Technical Elective --- ---
Technical Elective | 2.0 | |
Semester Totals |
16.0 | ||
Total Program Hours | 71.0 | ||