Program Overview

AUTO-AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (AUTO)

The Automotive Technology program offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers various aspects of automotive repair and maintenance. The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the automotive industry.

Course Descriptions

• AUTO 102: Electrical Measuring Instruments: This course covers the selection, operation, and care of electrical measuring instruments. (2 Credits, 1+2P)
• AUTO 111: Automotive Mechanics Basics: This course introduces basic maintenance procedures for the major components of an automobile, including the use of service repair manuals, hand and power tools, precision measurement equipment, fasteners, and chemicals. (4 Credits, 4) Restricted to: Community Colleges only.
• AUTO 112: Basic Gasoline Engines: This course covers the principles of gasoline engine operation, including the identification, design, and function of engine components, as well as engine disassembly and reassembly, troubleshooting, and rebuilding heads. (5 Credits, 2+6P)
• AUTO 113: Automotive Electricity and Electronics PT I: This course covers the mastery of DC electricity, the use of digital multimeters, and troubleshooting electrical problems in starting, charging, and accessory systems. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges only.
• AUTO 114: Automotive Electricity and Electronics PT II: This course covers advanced AC and DC automotive electronic circuits, including the troubleshooting of electronically controlled components, supplemental restraint systems, and convenience accessories. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges campuses only. Prerequisite: AUTO 113.
• AUTO 115: Automotive Engine Repair: This course covers the principles of gasoline engine operation, including the identification of engine parts, operation, and function, as well as disassembly and reassembly, and engine problem diagnoses. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges only. May be repeated up to 5 credits.
• AUTO 117: Electronic Analysis and Tune-Up of Gasoline Engines: This course covers the theory and operation of ignition and emission control systems and fuel systems, including the use of troubleshooting equipment and diagnostic equipment. (5 Credits, 2+6P)
• AUTO 119: Manual Transmission/Clutch: This course covers the operating principles of manual transmissions, transfer cases, and clutches, including the diagnosis of problems, removal and replacement, disassembly, repair, and assembly of units. (5 Credits, 2+6P)
• AUTO 120: Electrical Systems: This course covers the troubleshooting and repair of starters, alternators, and associated circuits, including the reading of electrical diagrams and the diagnosis and repair of electrical accessories. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
• AUTO 122: Automotive Brakes: This course covers the theory, diagnosis, and service of drum, disc, and anti-lock braking systems, including brake component machining, hydraulic component reconditioning, friction and hardware replacement. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges only.
• AUTO 123: Job Shadowing: This course provides students with the opportunity to observe a professional in a real-world work setting and gain on-the-job training. (1 Credit, 1) May be repeated up to 1 credit.
• AUTO 124: Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning: This course covers the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of R12 and R134A air conditioning systems, including R12 to R134A conversion procedures and troubleshooting automatic temperature controls and leak detection. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges only.
• AUTO 125: Brakes: This course covers the theory of operation, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of disc and drum brakes, including safety and the use of special tools. (5 Credits, 2+6P)
• AUTO 126: Suspension, Steering, and Alignment: This course covers the types of steering systems, suspension maintenance and repair, and four-wheel alignment procedures. (5 Credits, 2+6P)
• AUTO 127: Basic Automatic Transmission: This course covers the theory and operation of the automatic transmission, including maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of components. (4 Credits, 2+4P)
• AUTO 129: Automotive Steering and Suspension: This course covers the diagnosis and service of suspension components, including shocks, springs, ball joints, manual and power steering systems, and four-wheel alignment. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges only.
• AUTO 130: Introduction to Transportation Industry: This course covers state and national traffic statutes related to the trucking industry and provides students with the opportunity to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Learner's Permit. (3 Credits, 3) Prerequisites: Must be 18 years of age, have a current driver's license, and consent of instructor.
• AUTO 131: Class A CDL: This course provides instruction in how to perform proper pre-trip inspections and hands-on training with a tractor-trailer unit on the backing range and street driving to develop skills necessary to pass the Class A CDL exam. (3 Credits, 1+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges campuses only. Prerequisite(s): Class A CDL restricted license (permit) and either restriction of D.O.T.
• AUTO 132: Automotive Air-Conditioning and Heating Systems: This course covers the theory and operation of air-conditioning and heating systems, including reading schematic diagrams, troubleshooting, repair, and replacement operations. (4 Credits, 2+4P)
• AUTO 137: Fuel Systems and Emission Controls: This course covers the theory and operation of fuel systems and emission control, including troubleshooting, vacuum diagrams, overhaul, repair, and adjustment of carburetion and fuel injection. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisites: AUTO 117 or consent of instructor.
• AUTO 139: Automotive Computer Controls: This course covers the same material as OEPM 139. (4 Credits, 2+4P)
• AUTO 160: Hybrid\Electric Vehicles: This course covers the theory and operation of Hybrid and Electric vehicles, with emphasis on electrical motor subsystems and battery management systems. (4 Credits, 2+4P) May be repeated up to 4 credits. Prerequisite: AUTO 113, AUTO 115. Prerequisite/Corequisite: AUTO 205.
• AUTO 162: Advanced Non-Structural Repair I: This course involves students in all phases of minor non-structural collision damage repairs, including sheet metal repair, advanced panel replacement, and alignment. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 161.
• AUTO 163: Advanced Non-Structural Repair II: This course is a continuation of AUTO 162, with emphasis on all phases of minor non-structural damage repair, including sheet metal repair and panel alignment, as well as the R&I of automotive glass and related components. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 162.
• AUTO 164: Automotive Industry Collision Repair I: This advanced course is a continuation of AUTO 161, 162, and 163, covering all areas of major non-structural collision damage repair. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 163.
• AUTO 165: Automotive Industry Collision Repair II: This advanced course is a continuation of AUTO 164, with emphasis on time efficiency, covering all areas of major collision damage repair. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 164.
• AUTO 172: Introduction to Automotive Refinishing: This course covers all aspects of surface preparation, paint safety, refinishing materials, and refinishing fundamentals, including instructions for the application of acrylic enamel and base coat/clear coat refinishing systems. (4 Credits, 2+4P)
• AUTO 174: Intermediate Automotive Refinishing: This course covers all areas of surface preparation, damage repair, and refinishing procedures necessary for achieving a proper spot repair, including safe work habits in the refinishing area and correct automotive detailing procedures. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 172.
• AUTO 176: Automotive Color Adjustment & Blending: This course helps develop the skills needed to match any type of paint, covering color theory, color evaluation, color matching, and other color adjustment factors, as well as multiple panel paint blending techniques. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 174.
• AUTO 178: Automotive Overall Refinishing: This course covers all areas of automotive refinishing, with emphasis on achieving industry refinishing times and standards consistent with those of I-CAR. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 176.
• AUTO 181: Frame and Structural Repair: This course involves students in all areas of frame and structural damage repairs, including the diagnosis and repair of various types of damage, such as mash, twist, sag, and side sway. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 165.
• AUTO 182: Structural Panel Replacement: This course is a continuation of AUTO 181, with emphasis on structural panel replacement, including the use of frame and unibody measuring equipment and proper sectioning procedures. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite(s): AUTO 181.
• AUTO 200: Engine Performance: This course covers the theory and operation of ignition, emission control systems, fuel systems, and exhaust systems, including the use of troubleshooting and diagnostic equipment. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite/Corequisite: AUTO 113, AUTO 115. May be repeated up to 4 credits.
• AUTO 201: Engine Performance I: This course covers the theory, function, service, and analysis of engine-related subsystems, including ignition, fuel, starting, and charging systems, with emphasis on diagnosis and operation of electronic engine control management systems. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges only.
• AUTO 203: Engine Performance II: This course covers the study of engine management systems and emission control systems, their function and relationship to vehicle performance and air pollution, with emphasis on the analysis and repair of non-compliant vehicles. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges only. Prerequisite: AUTO 201.
• AUTO 205: Manual Drive Train and Axles: This course covers the operation, diagnosis, maintenance, repair, or replacement of manual transmissions, clutch assemblies, differentials, drivelines, axles, and manual transaxles. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Restricted to Community Colleges only.
• AUTO 206: Automatic Transmissions: This course covers the operation, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of automatic transmissions, including rear wheel drive, front wheel drive, and electronically controlled transmissions and transaxles. (5 Credits, 2+6P) Restricted to Community Colleges only.
• AUTO 208: Introduction to Alternative Fueled Vehicles: This course familiarizes students with the conditions resulting in the alternative fueled vehicle movement, as well as the design and safety precautions unique to each alternative fuel. (3 Credits, 3) Restricted to: Community Colleges only. Prerequisite(s): AUTO 113 and AUTO 114.
• AUTO 209: Hybrid Vehicle Service Techniques: This course covers safety procedures, design, operational overview, and service techniques, as well as minor diagnosis and repair of all classifications of hybrid-electric vehicles. (3 Credits, 3) Restricted to: Community Colleges only. Prerequisite(s): AUTO 113 and AUTO 114.
• AUTO 210: Light Diesel: This course covers the theory and operation of light duty diesel engines, with emphasis on highway diesel usage, including major engine subsystems and fuel management systems. (4 Credits, 2+4P) Prerequisite/Corequisite: AUTO 113, AUTO 115. May be repeated up to 4 credits.
• AUTO 221: Cooperative Experience I: This course provides a supervised cooperative work program, where students are employed in an approved occupation and supervised and rated by the employer and instructor. (1-6 Credits) Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Graded S/U.
• AUTO 255: Special Problems in Automotive Technology: This course provides individual studies in areas directly related to automotive technologies. (1-5 Credits) Prerequisite: consent of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
• AUTO 290: ASE Certification Preparation: This course is the capstone course for the Automotive Technology Program and is a requirement for graduation. (1 Credit, 1) Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Restricted to: AUTO majors. Restricted to Community Colleges campuses.
• AUTO 295: Special Topics: Topics to be announced in the Schedule of Classes. (1-6 Credits)