Automotive
Course Description
| Course No. | Course Title | Credits |
| AUT 141 | Introduction to Automotive Service Field/New & Used Vehicle Preparation | 4 |
| This course covers information on hand tools, machines, and equipment common to the automotive field, general service procedures, lubricants, reference manuals, and pre-delivery inspection of new and used cars. Operations and jobs are completed on components and complete vehicles to reinforce the information presented. | ||
| AUT 142 | Hydraulic Brake Systems | 4 |
| This course covers information on hydraulic brake systems: mechanical system principles, major components, disc and drum brakes assembly, master cylinder and wheel cylinder operations, hydraulic lines and hoses, brake switches, bleeding hydraulic brake systems, antilock brake principles and service. Prerequisite: AUT 141 |
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| AUT 143 | Steering and Suspension | 4 |
| This course covers information on steering and suspension systems, theory and principles, independent suspensions, geometric principles, four-point wheel alignment, factors affecting wheel alignment, tools and equipment used for steering and suspension, troubleshooting of suspension and steering, wheel bearings service, manual steering, power steering systems operation. Prerequisite: AUT 142 |
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| AUT 144 | Electrical & Electronic Systems | 4 |
| This course covers information on electricity, basic electrical circuits, tool and equipment, batteries, charging systems, starting systems, lighting systems, horn, wipers and washers, cooling fans, instrument circuits, body electrical systems. Prerequisite: AUT 143 |
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| AUT 145 | Engine Performance & Emissions | 4 |
| This course covers information and practical experience on the operation and approved servicing of emission systems, computerized emission control systems, computerized engine procedures and live vehicles to reinforce the information presented. Prerequisite: AUT 144 |
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| AUT 147 | Automotive Fuels & Emissions | 4 |
| This course covers information and practical experience on the operation and approved servicing of fuel injection systems, introduction to fuel injection systems, closed-loop theory, closed-loop diagnostics, and basic troubleshooting. This information is conveyed through live vehicle work. Prerequisite: AUT 145 |
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| AUT 241 | Engine Overhaul | 4 |
| Information and practical experience is provided for engine overhaul procedures. The latest high priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are taught. This will prepare students to take the Mechanic Certification Test in engine repair. Emphasis is placed on the repair of cylinder heads, valve trains, and engine blocks. Prerequisite: AUT 146 |
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| AUT 242 | Diesel Fuel Injection | 4 |
| This course covers information and operation of the diesel fuel injection systems. An in-depth study of safety procedures, preventive maintenance, and distinctions between General Motors, Dodge and Ford are stressed. Prerequisite: AUT 241 |
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| AUT 243 | Heating & Air Conditioning | 4 |
| This course covers information on the operation of heating and air conditioning as applied to today’s cars and trucks. New learning experiences in the troubleshooting and servicing of these systems are taught. High priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are covered. This will prepare students to take the Mechanic Certification Test in heating and air conditioning. Prerequisite: AUT 242 |
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| AUT 244 | Automatic Transmissions | 4 |
| This course covers the information and practical experience necessary to service automatic transmissions. Systematic troubleshooting procedures, adjustments, and unit overhaul are a part of this program. The latest high priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are presented. This will prepare students to take the Mechanic Certification Test in Automatic Transmissions. Prerequisite: AUT 243 |
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| AUT 245 | Manual Transmissions & Differentials | 4 |
| This course covers the theory and service experience on complete power-train systems for front-, rear-, and four-wheel drive vehicles. New learning experiences include inspection, replacement, servicing, and rebuilding of manual transmissions, transaxles, locking hubs and power take-off systems. In addition, servicing, troubleshooting and overhaul for 4-wheel drive differentials and drive differentials and drive shafts will be covered. Prerequisite: AUT 244 |
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| AUT 247 | Internship | 4 |
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| AUT 248 | Cooperative Educational Experience | 4 |
| This work experience is designed to expose the student to an industrial, commercial, or clinical environment. Students are placed into a contracted facility after completing 50 credit hours, having a 2.00 GPA, and meeting all other program prerequisites and academic requirements prior to their final spring semester. Students are expected to adhere to all policies and regulations associated with the facility. Students will work on projects selected to expose the student to “live” work situations, while building upon the student’s knowledge, skill and attitude as an entry-level technician and will be used to grade the student’s performance for the course. (Compensation) |
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| AUT 249 | Automotive Electrical Technology | 4 |
| This course covers information directly related to IET 101 – Introduction to Automotive and Diesel Electronics in an industrial application. Practical use of theory and principles will be utilized in order to identify and diagnose different electrical and electronic concerns. Prerequisite: AUT 245 |
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