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Listed below is a sample sequence of courses. Please meet with an advisor for scheduling options. |
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| First Semester | (17 Credits) |
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| 10462102 | Bearings & Lubrication Systems | 2 |
| 10804106 | Intro to College Math | 3 |
| 32044307 | Suspension & Steering Systems | 5 |
| 32404308 | Braking Systems | 5 |
| 32404375 | Service Practices in Transportation Industry | 2 |
| Second Semester | (16 Credits) |
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| 10462114 | Metals & Machining | 3 |
| 10462116 | Metal Fabrication | 3 |
| 32404311 | Electrical Systems | 5 |
| 32404312 | Advanced Electricity | 5 |
| Third Semester | (16 Credits) |
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| 32404324 | Engine Repair | 5 |
| 32404326 | Engine Performance-Automotive | 5 |
| 32404330 | Applied Fluid Power | 2 |
| 32809351 | Applied Human Relations | 2 |
| Elective | 2 |
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| Fourth Semester | (17 Credits) |
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| 32404322 | Heating/Air Conditioning | 3 |
| 32404323 | Automatic Transmissions | 5 |
| 32404325 | Manual Transmissions | 5 |
| 32801351 | Occupational Communication | 2 |
| 32806351 | Applied Science | 2 |
Total Credits |
66 |
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| Bearings & Lubrication Systems - 2 credits Students are presented with information pertaining to the basic functions of bearing surfaces, bearing inspections, analysis of bearing failures and the importance of preventative maintenance. |
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| Intro to College Math - 3 credits This is an introductory level course designed to review and develop fundamental concepts of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and statistics. Emphasis will be placed on computational skills and applications of rational numbers; problem solving skills with ratios, proportions, and percent; basic principles and application of algebra, geometry, graphing, and statistics; measurement skills in U.S. Customary and Metric Systems; and the use of calculators as a tool. Prerequisite: Accuplacer Arithmetic score of 65 or equivalent or ASC Math Prep V 77854783 |
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| Suspension & Steering Systems - 5 credits Highlighted in this course will be an analysis of construction and working principles of chassis components. Included will be frames, suspension systems, steering gears and linkages, wheels and tires, and wheel alignment. Special attention will be given to products used in servicing chassis components. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 |
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| Braking Systems - 5 credits Fundamentals of vehicle braking systems including drum and disc on hydraulic and air systems are studied. Power and anti-skid systems are included with emphasis on troubleshooting and component replacement and reconditioning. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 |
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| Service Practices in Transportation Industry - 2 credits This course introduces the student to common tools, terminology and service practices in the transportation service field. Safety, environmental concerns and basic customer relations will also be covered. Service shop management practices and the use of automated work order, parts ordering and time management concepts are included. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician 324042 or Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician 324121 Programs |
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| Metals & Machining - 3 credits A two-part class which introduces the basics of metal science and machine shop practice. Metallurgical concepts of steel and iron production, properties of metals, testing of metals, carbon and its rule, heat-treating, steel designations, and cast iron and non-ferrous metals are introduced. Students will participate in lab exercises examining the properties of metal, an introduction to machine shop practices of safety, measurement, and machining through the use of hand tools, drilling machines, saws and engine lathes. Students will be introduced to those concepts by both classroom presentation and hands-on shop experiences. |
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| Metal Fabrication - 3 credits An introduction to structural steel and plate fabrication, sheet metal fabrication and basic electric arc and oxyacetylene welding. Fabrication techniques, metal selection, layout, cutting, bending, drilling, threading, and joining will be presented. Information will be presented to the student followed by lab activities to provide a hands-on experience. The emphasis will be placed on developing an understanding of the tools, techniques, safe work habits, and the application of metal fabrication skills. |
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| Electrical Systems - 5 credits This is the study of construction, function and principles of operation of starting motors, charging systems and controls. Basic electronics including capacitance, inductance, series and parallel circuits, magnetism and Ohm's Law, wiring schematics, soldering techniques, and use of diagnostic equipment are covered. Vehicle control and accessory systems will be studied. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 |
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| Advanced Electricity - 5 credits Theory, operational fundamentals, diagnosis and repair of vehicle electronic/electrical systems including computer self-diagnosis, scanners, analyzers, sensors, actuators and computerized ignitions are studied in this course. Also covered are diagnostic and repair procedures on major electrical-electronic emission control systems. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 |
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| Engine Repair - 5 credits This course will provide a general overview of engine types and operating characteristics. Course emphasis will include the diagnosis and repair of cylinder heads, valve train components, and engine blocks and related components. Engine support systems such as the lubrication systems, cooling system, ignition system, fuel and exhaust systems will also be covered. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 |
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| Engine Performance-Automotive - 5 credits This course will provide an introduction to vehicle ignition systems, fuel systems, air induction systems, emission control systems, and engine electrical systems. Course emphasis will focus on problem diagnosis, component testing, and repairs for domestic as well as import vehicles. A review of engine operation and related servicing will also be provided. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 |
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| Applied Fluid Power - 2 credits Covers basic principles and application of pumps, compressors, motors, valves, seals, packing, and conductors. Students learn the advantage of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, as well as the physical properties of liquids and air. The intent is to identify various parts of a circuit and to illustrate standard liquid power components through laboratory experiments. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician 324042, Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician 324121 or Machine Tool Technician 324201 |
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| Applied Human Relations - 2 credits In an effort to better understand human behavior, students investigate topics designed to examine the challenges of coping with an ever-changing world of work and life. Students are given an opportunity to improve their understanding of themselves and others through discussion of topics such as dealing with stress, suicide, grief, defense mechanisms, perception, problem solving, nutrition and physical fitness, drug abuse, mental illness, self-concept and personality, emotions, attitudes, motivation, value clarification, work relationships and family life styles. |
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| Heating/Air Conditioning - 3 credits This course will provide an introduction to vehicle air conditioning systems. System components, operating characteristics, component testing, diagnosis, and repair will be covered in detail for popular system types. Coverage will include servicing of engine cooling systems as well as diagnosis and servicing of vehicle heating systems. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 or Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technician Program 324121 |
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| Automatic Transmissions - 5 credits This course will provide coverage of vehicle automatic transmission diagnosis and repair. Course emphasis will include gear systems, operating principles, component diagnosis, maintenance and adjustment, and servicing of transaxle system components. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 |
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| Manual Transmissions - 5 credits This course will provide coverage of manual transmission problem diagnosis and repair. Study will include clutch, drive shaft, and universal joint diagnosis and servicing. Additional topics will include rear axle servicing as well as four-wheel drive diagnosis and repair. Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technician Program 324042 |
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| Occupational Communication - 2 credits Occupational Communication is designed to help the student develop communication skills needed for employment. The student will examine the communication process and learn to avoid communication breakdown. The course develops reading and information-finding skills, reviews using standard English usage in written messages, strengthens effective oral and written communication needed to apply for a job, builds effective listening skills and develops appropriate spoken messages and nonverbal communication. |
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| Applied Science - 2 credits Applied Science is a survey course in basic physics designed for students in the Automotive Technician, Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician and Machine Tool Operation programs. Topics have been specifically selected to provide the student with basic support material for principles applied in the above listed programs. The material may be presented by the lecture/discussion lab mode or it may be used on a self-study basis by the student wishing to work at an accelerated pace. Topics to be covered include basic measurement skills and systems, problem solving, organization, basic DC electricity, forces and energy transfer in linear and rotary systems, properties of solids, liquids and gases and temperature and heat. Prerequisite: 10804185 Introduction to College Mathematics |
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