Automotive Technology Courses
Includes use and maintenance of special tools and equipment, service and repair record
keeping, use of technical reference materials, and regulations governing the automotive
repair industry. Special emphasis placed on development of a positive attitude toward
personal safety, a safe workplace and treatment of hazardous materials. Prerequisites:
instructor's signature.
Modular, self-paced course presenting fundamental principles and terminology. Ohm's
Law, wiring diagrams, diagnostic and test instruments. Diagnosis and repair of batteries,
starting systems, charging systems, lighting systems, operator information systems,
and on-board body, computer control systems. Leadership and human relations are an
integral part of instruction. Prerequisites: AUTO 100, instructor's signature.
Modular, self-paced course covering internal combustion engine mechanical systems,
components and operation. Diagnosis of component systems malfunctions. Practical application
in cylinder head reconditioning and repair. Leadership and human relations are an
integral part of instruction. Prerequisites: AUTO 100, instructor's signature.
Modular, self-paced instructor-guided course encompassing spark-system management,
fuel-system management, emissions control, computerized engine control systems sensors
and actuators, and use of diagnostic equipment. Leadership and human relations are
an integral part of instruction. Prerequisites: AUTO 100, 110 and instructor's signature.
Modular self-paced course of study of theory, application, diagnosis and repair of
fluid power, hydraulics, power transmission and final drive units as applied to automatic
transmissions and transaxles. Leadership and human relations are an integral part
of instruction. Prerequisites: AUTO 100 and instructor's signature.
Modular, self-paced course of study in theory, diagnosis, adjustment and repair of
manual drive train components including clutch, transmission, driveline and axles.
Leadership and human relations are an integral part of instruction. Prerequisites:
AUTO 100, instructor's signature.
Study and application of automotive suspension and steering systems. Studies include
two-wheel and four-wheel alignment, diagnosis, adjustment, and repair of systems and
system components. Leadership and human relations are an integral part of instruction.
Prerequisites: AUTO 100 and instructor's signature.
Modular course covering theory, diagnosis, adjustment and repair of automotive brake
systems including brake hydraulic systems, drum-brake and disc-brake systems, brake
power boosters, parking brake systems and anti-skid brake systems. Leadership and
human relations are an integral part of instruction. Prerequisites: AUTO 100 and instructor's
signature.
Modular self-paced course on automotive heating and air conditioning systems, including
diagnosis, service and repair of system components, theory of operation, and system
controls. Leadership and human relations are an integral part of instruction. Prerequisites:
AUTO 100 and instructor's signature.
For first-year automotive students who require extra project laboratory time to update
or enhance their skills to meet program or certification requirements. Students will
be directed to complete ASE/NATEF tasks. Graded on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites:
enrollment in automotive program or instructor's signature.
For first-year automotive students who require extra project laboratory time to update
or enhance their skills to meet program or certification requirements. Students will
be directed to complete ASE/NATEF tasks. Graded on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites:
enrollment in automotive program, completion of AUTO 100 and 113, or instructor's
signature.
For first-year automotive students who require extra project laboratory time to update
or enhance their skills to meet program or certification requirements. Students will
be directed to complete ASE/NATEF tasks. Graded on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites:
enrollment in automotive program, completion of AUTO 114 and 116, or instructor's
signature.
Modular, self-paced course presenting fundamental principles and terminology. Ohm's
Law, wiring diagrams, diagnostic and test instruments. Diagnosis and repair of batteries,
starting systems, charging systems, lighting systems, operator information systems,
and on-board body, computer control systems. Leadership and human relations are an
integral part of instruction. Prerequisites: AUTO 100, instructor's signature.
Modular, self-paced course covering internal combustion engine mechanical systems,
components and operation. Diagnosis of component systems malfunctions. Practical application
in cylinder head reconditioning and repair. Leadership and human relations are an
integral part of instruction. Prerequisites: AUTO 100, 112, or instructor's signature.
Modular, self-paced instructor-guided course encompassing spark-system management,
fuel-system management, emissions control, computerized engine control systems sensors
and actuators, and use of diagnostic equipment. Leadership and human relations are
an integral part of instruction. Prerequisites: AUTO 100, 113, or instructor's signature.
Course covering theory and the use of scan tools in the diagnosis, adjustment and
repair of automotive brake systems including brake hydraulic systems, drum and disc-brake
systems, brake power boosters, parking brake systems and anti-skid brake systems.
Leadership and human relations are an integral part of instruction. Prerequisites:
AUTO 100, 117, or instructor's signature.
Modular, self-paced, instructor-guided course covering diagnosis of actual live drivability
problems and use of diagnostic equipment, including standard-industry scopes and scan
tools. Leadership and human relations are an integral part of instruction. Prerequisites:
AUTO 100, 113, or instructor's signature.
Designed as a review of previously completed classes as selected by the student and
the advisor/instructor for the purpose of review and/or area specialization. Course
outline consists of a composite of the learning competency packets that the student
has completed during previous participation in automotive classes. Prerequisites:
instructor's signature.
Modular, self-paced course covering internal combustion and mechanical systems of
diesel engine components and operation. Diagnosis of component systems malfunctions
and practical application in diagnosing cylinder block and head performance and repair.
Leadership and human relations are an integral part of instruction. Prerequisites:
industry experience and instructor’s signature.
Intermediate course focusing on the function, properties and characteristics of diesel
fuel. Learn about high- and low-pressure fuel systems, hydraulically actuated electronic
unit injector systems and high pressure common rail fuel injection systems. Students
will also learn about air intake systems including turbo/blower applications. Prerequisites:
industry experience and instructor’s signature.
Advanced course focusing on exhaust gas recirculation and exhaust after treatment
systems and components. Identify and learn the purpose of onboard diagnostics, and
learn to use scan tools and lab scopes in the diagnostic procedures of OBD fault detection
and emissions monitors. Prerequisites: industry experience and Instructor’s signature.
For second-year automotive students who require extra project laboratory time to update
or enhance their skills to meet program or certification requirements. Students will
be directed to complete ASE/NATEF tasks. Graded on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites:
enrollment in automotive program and completion of the first year certificate or instructor's
signature.
For automotive students who require extra project laboratory time to update or enhance
their skills to meet program or certification requirements. Students will be directed
to complete ASE/NATEF tasks. Graded on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites: enrollment
in automotive program and completion of the first-year certificate or instructor's
signature.
For automotive students who require extra project laboratory time to update or enhance
their skills to meet program or certification requirements. Students will be directed
to complete ASE/NATEF tasks. Graded on a pass/fail basis. Prerequisites: enrollment
in automotive program, completion of AUTO 217 or instructor's signature.
Designed to provide students with on-the-job practical field experience. One credit
for each five hours of work experience per week. Variable credit. Prerequisites: instructor's
permission.