Automotive

Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automobiles. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and hand-held test instruments. Introduces general maintenance of various systems.

Prerequisites: AUTO 101 Topics include mastery of DC electricity, use of digital multimeters, troubleshooting electrical problems in starting, charging and accessory systems. Prepares students for ASE certification.

Prerequisites: AUTO115 Advanced AC and DC automotive electronic circuits. Troubleshooting electronically controlled components including supplemental restraint systems and convenience accessories. Prepares students for ASE certification.

Prerequisites: AUTO101 Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automobile engines. Includes overhaul of various systems in the engine (valve, train, oiling system, etc.) safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools. Introduces a variety of systems.

Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automotive brake systems including antilock systems. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, power tools and hand-held test instruments. Introduces general maintenance of a variety of different systems.

Prerequisites: AUTO 101 Focus is on theory, diagnosis, and service of drum, disc, and anti-lock braking systems, brake component machining, hydraulic component reconditioning, friction and hardware replacement. Prepares students for ASE certification.

Prerequisites: AUTO 101 Diagnosis/service of suspension components including shocks, springs, ball joints, manual and power steering system, and four wheel alignment are some areas covered. Prepares students for ASE certification.

Introduces principles design, construction and maintenance of automotive air conditioning systems. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and hand-held test instruments, evacuating systems, charging/recovery systems and other specialized air conditioning tools. Introduces general maintenance of a variety of different air conditioning systems.

Prerequisite(s): AUTO 117 or instructor approval. Familiarizes students with the alternative fuels movement and the laws, regulations and programs affecting alternative fuels. The design and operation of alternative gaseous, liquid, bio-fuels, hydrogen, hybrid, electric vehicles and emerging technologies will be covered.

Prerequisite(s): AUTO 101 Covers theory and operation of the automotive and light truck manual drive trains and axles. Emphasis is placed on operation, maintenance, diagnosis, repair, clutch assemblies, differentials, drivelines, axles and manual transaxles. Components will be inspected for wear and failure. Drive train components will be reassembled to manufactures specifications.

Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automatic transmissions used in today's automobiles. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and appropriate transmission test instruments. Introduces maintenance of a variety of different automatic transmissions.

Prerequisites: AUTO 101 A study of engine related subsystems which include ignition, fuel, cooling, starting, and charging systems. Theory and testing of computerized engine management systems. Prepares students for ASE certification.

Prerequisites: AUTO225 Automotive emission control systems. Preparation on current gas analyzers for the purpose of diagnosis and repair of specific emission devices. Prepares students for ASE certification.

Prerequisites: AUTO227 Computerized engine and fuel management control. Operational theory of automotive computers. Use of hand held diagnostic interfaces. Prepares students for ASE certification.

Prerequisite(s): Instructor Approval Expands opportunities for applied learning by participating in educationally-directed work-based learning experiences. This includes such things as simulated work place, internships, job shadows, volunteerism, service learning and other opportunities that allow for application of processes, concepts and principles presented through classroom instruction.