Automotive Tech 101 Introduction to Automotive Technology – Lecture and laboratory course covering the operating principles of the modern automobile. Subjects will include cooling system service, fuel, ignition, engine, transmission systems, as well as accessories. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 104Electrical Systems and Power Accessories – Introduction to theory, diagnosis and repair of automotive electrical and electronic components and systems. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 109Automotive Brakes– Theory of operation and servicing of braking systems, both conventional and computerized anti-lock brake systems. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 209Steering and Suspension Systems – Theory of operation, diagnosis and servicing of both conventional and rack and pinion steering systems. Service techniques repairing C/V joints, McPherson struts, and rack and pinion steering assemblies. Use of computerized 4-wheel alignment machine and wheel balancer. Writing assignments, as appropriateto the discipline, are part of the course.
Automotive Technology 215 Auto Temperature Control Systems – Service procedures and theory of operation of both manual and electronically controlled heating and air conditioning systems. Emphasis will be on diagnosis, service, and replacement of air conditioning components. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
All classes are 2 hour lectures and 6 lab hours per week.
6 Month Program
Automotive Tech 101: Introduction to Automotive Technology – Lecture and laboratory course covering the operating principles of the modern automobile. Subjects will include cooling system service, fuel, ignition, engine, transmission systems, as well as accessories. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 104: Electrical Systems and Power Accessories – Introduction to theory, diagnosis and repair of automotive electrical and electronic components and systems. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 109: Automotive Brakes– Theory of operation and servicing of braking systems, both conventional and computerized anti-lock brake systems. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AutoTech 204: Electrical Systems 2- This course is designed to provide the necessary knowledge and skills to service today’s automotive electrical systems. Selected topics include the reading of wiring diagrams, diagnosing electrical accessories, and operating and designing ignition systems. Students learn circuit testing on today’s modern multiplex and CAN/BUS system protocol. Course will emphasize proper handling of advanced solid-state electronics such as air bags and computers. Writing assignments as appropriate to the discipline are part of the course.
AutoTech 205: Fuel Management 2-Emphasis on servicing of computerized engine and body controlled modules. Emphasis on service techniques for OBD II foreign and domestic computer control system. Students will gain skills in the use and interpretation of data related to modern diagnostic test equipment. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AutoTech 206 : Fuel Management 3- This course builds upon the knowledge gained in previous fuel management courses with emphasis on diagnosis and repairs to sensors and actuators that control engine performance. Students will gain advanced diagnostic skills to interpret waveform patterns through the use of laboratory scopes. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 209: Steering and Suspension Systems – Theory of operation, diagnosis and servicing of both conventional and rack and pinion steering systems. Service techniques repairing C/V joints, McPherson struts, and rack and pinion steering assemblies. Use of computerized 4-wheel alignment machine and wheel balancer. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AutoTech 210 : Performance & Driveability This course covers the construction, operations and testing of the ignition systems. Training is offered on the use of oscilloscopes, infrared gas analyzers, and other diagnostic equipment such as scan tool testing. Programming and configuring computer modules is also taught in this class. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
AutoTech 211: Auto Service Management Instruction in management skills related to inventory control, writing estimates and repair orders, billing, employee relations, time management, vendor relation, business financials and customer relations. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
Automotive Technology 215: Auto Temperature Control Systems – Service procedures and theory of operation of both manual and electronically controlled heating and air conditioning systems. Emphasis will be on diagnosis, service, and replacement of air conditioning components. Writing assignments, as appropriate to the discipline, are part of the course.
All classes are 2 hour lectures and 6 lab hours per week.
