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Automotive Technology Course Descriptions
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AUT 100
Automotive Fundamentals
2 credits
Offered upon request
Activity/Personal Enrichment
Provides the non-automotive major with basic automotive vehicle system knowledge.
Includes an overview of the automotive vehicle and its systems and provides
information on vehicle service and maintenance.
AUT 101
Introduction to Automotive Technology
2 to 4 credits
Offered upon request
Provides an in depth study of basic automotive vehicle systems. This course
provides basic operational knowledge, care and maintenance of engine, fuel,
ignition, suspension, brakes, electrical, and drive train systems.
2 Credit
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3 Credit
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4 Credit
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AUT 102
Diesel Service Techniques
2 credits
Offered every fall semester
Provides an overview of basic diesel equipment systems. This course provides
safety and basic operational knowledge, care, and maintenance inspection of engine,
fuel, suspension, brakes, electrical, and drive train systems. Also includes
information related to a diesel shop organization structure, product line information,
and use of Caterpillar's service and repair information system. Identical to DSL 110.
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AUT 103
Principles of Automotive High Performance
3 credits
Offered upon request
Theory and application of engineering principles to optimize the performance
characteristics of automotive engines, power trains, and chassis.
AUT 104
Small Engines
2 to 3 credits
Offered upon request
Provides operational principles, diagnosis, service, and overhaul procedures
of small two-stroke and four-stroke gasoline engines.
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AUT 105
Automotive Electrical Fundamentals
2 credits
Offered every fall semester
Provides a study of automotive electrical and electronic fundamentals with an
emphasis on Ohm's Law and application of Ohm's Law in solving electrical system
failures. This course provides an in-depth study on how to properly use wiring
and current flow diagrams in electrical diagnosis and repair. Includes using
industry standard diagnostic equipment and techniques. Prepares the student
to take the ASE Certification Test on Electrical/Electronic Systems.
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AUT 106
Internal Combustion Engines
4 credits
Offered upon request
Provides theory, diagnosis, and service common to all automotive internal combustion
engines. Includes engine rebuilding and performance testing. This course prepares
students for ASE Certification Test on Engine Repair.
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AUT 107
Automotive Electrical Systems and Equipment
2 credits
Offered every fall semester
Provides a study of automotive starting, supplemental restraint (air bag) and
charging electrical systems and components. An emphasis is placed on electrical
system diagnosis and electrical repair. Includes using various industry standard
diagnostic electrical equipment and testing techniques. Prepares the student
to take the ASE Certification Test on Electrical/Electronic Systems.
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AUT 108
Diesel Engines
4 credits
Offered every fall semester
Provides theory, diagnosis and service common to all diesel engines. Includes
engine rebuilding and performance testing. This course prepares students for
the ASE Certification test on Medium/Heavy Truck Diesel Engines. Identical to DSL 120.
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AUT 109
Diesel Electrical Systems Design and Diagnosis
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
Provides a study of diesel starting, charging, and accessory electrical systems
and components. An emphasis is placed on electrical system diagnosis and electrical
repair. Includes using various industry standard diagnostic electrical equipment
and testing techniques. Prepares the student to take the ASE certification test
on Electrical/Electronic Systems. Identical to DSL 130.
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AUT 110
Fuel and Emission Systems
2 to 3 credits
Offered upon request
Provides theory, diagnosis, and service of automotive fuel and emission systems.
Includes an opportunity to analyze fuel and emission components and systems
with emphasis on practical application of computer controlled fuel and emission
systems. This course, together with AUT 260, prepares students for the ASE Certification
Test on Engine Performance.
2 Credit
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AUT 113
Diesel Fuel Systems
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
Provides theory, diagnosis and service of hydro-mechanical and electronic
diesel fuel systems. Includes an opportunity to analyze fuel system components,
and system operational characteristics. The course shall place emphasis on
testing and service procedures of Caterpillar's mechanical & computer controlled
fuel systems. This class prepares students for the ASE Certification test related
to heavy duty diesel fuel systems. Identical to DSL 140.
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AUT 117
Machine Hydraulics
2 credits
Offered every spring semester
Prerequisite: TEC 112 or instructor approval
Provides instruction in operational theory and testing techniques related
to hydraulic components and circuits on mobile diesel equipment. Includes an
opportunity for the individual to apply fluid power principles and investigate
the functional characteristic of hydraulic pumps, flow valves, pressure valves,
directional valves, motors, cylinders and accumulators. Emphasis is placed on
the student's ability to test, service, and repair diesel equipment hydraulic
systems and system components. Identical to DSL 150.
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AUT 120
Manual Transmission and Drive Train
3 credits
Offered fall semester in even-numbered years
Provides theory, diagnosis, and service of clutches, drive line, synchro transmissions
and final drives. Includes standard transaxles and 4-wheel drive. Prepares students
for ASE Certification Test on Manual Drive Train.
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AUT 125
Heavy Equipment Drive Train
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Provides theory, diagnosis, and service of clutches, driveline, synchro transmissions
and final drives, torque converters, and automatic transmission. Includes proper
repair and service of assemblies for standard and automatic transmissions. Prepares
the student for the ASE Certification Test on Manual and Automatic Drive Trains. Identical to DSL 160.
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AUT 131
Steering and Suspension Systems
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Provides the theory, diagnosis, and repair of automotive steering and suspension
systems. This in-depth study includes tires and wheels, wheel balancing, two
and four wheel alignment, and diagnostic and service techniques. Prepares students
for ASE Certification Test on Steering and Suspension Systems.
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AUT 132 
Automotive Brake Systems
2 credits
Offered upon request
Provides the theory, diagnosis, and repair of automotive brake systems, and
a study of disc and drum brake systems. The course covers anti-lock brakes,
hydraulic operation, and brake system service, diagnosis, and repair. Prepares
students for ASE Certification Test on Brakes.
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AUT 135
Heavy Equipment Suspension, Steering and Brake Systems
3 credits
Offered every fall semester
This course provides the theory, diagnosis and the repair of heavy equipment
suspension, steering and brake systems. This in-depth study includes tires and
wheels, steering components, suspension types, and hydraulic & air brake
systems. This course covers diagnostic and service techniques of suspension,
steering and braking systems. Identical to DSL 170.
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AUT 150
Automotive Painting and Refinishing
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Activity/Personal Enrichment
Students taking this course will study automotive painting, minor repair, and refinishing techniques. The course will provide instruction related to automotive paint types, painting & refinishing, and minor body repairs (forming, shaping & body filler use).
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AUT 180
Automotive Service Techniques
2 credits
Offered upon request
Provides individualized self-paced instruction in service and repair of automotive
engines, electrical, transmissions, brakes, suspension and A/C. Includes an
opportunity for the individual to service and repair vehicle systems and components
using proper reference material. Emphasis is placed on the student's ability
to demonstrate practical application of learned skills related to automotive
service. This course prepares students for all eight ASE Certification tests.
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AUT 220
Automotive Electronics and Computerized Vehicle Controls
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Prerequisite: AUT 110 or instructor approval
Provides a study of automotive power train electronic systems and addresses
electronic principles. Includes an in-depth study of electronic engine/power
train control operation, trouble shooting techniques, and proper repair of these
systems. This course requires that each student have basic skills and knowledge
in electrical/electronic fundamentals and prepares the student to take the ASE
tests which have electrical/electronic or automotive computer control system
questions.
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AUT 225
Diesel Computerized System Controls
2 credits
Offered every spring semester
Prerequisite: AUT 109 or instructor approval
Provides a study of diesel equipment power train electronic control systems
and addresses electronic principles. Includes an in-depth study of electronic
engine/power train control operation, component operation, trouble shooting techniques,
and proper repair of these systems. This course requires that each student have
basic skills and knowledge in electrical/electronic fundamentals and prepares
the student to take the ASE tests which have electrical/electronic or computer
control system questions. Identical to DSL 240.
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AUT 230
Automatic Transmissions
4 credits
Offered fall semester in odd-numbered years
Provides a study of the operating principles of modern automatic transmissions
and transaxles. Includes diagnosis, maintenance, testing, repair, and basic
information on computer power train control systems. This course prepares students
for ASE Certification Test on Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle.
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AUT 260
Vehicle Performance and Diagnosis
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Prerequisite: AUT 105
Provides instruction in computerized power train system operation and diagnostic procedures. Includes an in-depth study in modern ignition, fuel, and power train computer controlled systems. Provides in-depth knowledge related to various onboard vehicle diagnostic processes. Gives the student the opportunity to use industry standard testing equipment such as PC based scopes and hand-held scanners. Requires an understanding of automotive electrical and electronic fundamentals and together with AUT 110, prepares the student for ASE Certification Test on Engine Performance.
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AUT 265
Vehicle Emission Strategies and Testing
2 credits
Offered upon request
Prerequisite: AUT 105 or instructor approval
Provides instruction on diagnostic procedures for automotive emission failure
concerns. Includes an in-depth study in how modern fuel, ignition, and power
train computer controlled systems relate to exhaust emission strategies. Gives
the student the opportunity to use industry standard testing equipment such
as hand-held scanners and infrared exhaust analyzers. This course requires the
student to have basic skills and knowledge in electrical/electronic fundamentals
and, together with AUT 110, prepares the student for ASE certification test
on Engine Performance.
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AUT 266
Vehicle Heating and Air Conditioning
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Provides a study of basic operating principles, diagnosis, and service of modern
automotive and diesel heating and air conditioning systems, including R12 and
134a systems. Includes an in-depth study of a/c system operation, diagnostic
and service procedures, and environmental concerns. Prepares students for ASE
certification test on Heating and Air Conditioning.
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AUT 280
Advanced Shop
3 credits
Offered every spring semester
Provides the student with an opportunity to perform advanced automotive service
work in preparation for entry into the automotive trade. Includes an option
for the student to develop skills at an automotive worksite. This course addresses
all service and repair on any vehicle system and provides the student exposure
to shop management operations and strategies. This course is intended for the
automotive major only and prepares the student to take all eight ASE automotive
certification exams.
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AUT 297
Workshop
1 to 6 credits
Offered upon request
Activity/Personal Enrichment
Designed to meet a variety of needs for students in Automotive Technology.
AUT 298
Workshop
1 to 3 credits
Offered upon request
Activity/Personal Enrichment
Designed to meet a variety of needs for students in Automotive Technology.
AUT 299
Independent Study
1 to 3 credits
Offered upon request
Activity/Personal Enrichment
Design and execution of original projects under faculty supervision.
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