Automotive Technology (AUT)

Involves the operational theory and application of hydraulic and anti-lock brake systems; discusses disc and drum brakes. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Develop skills in the diagnosis and repair of hydraulic and anti-lock brake systems, covering both disc and drum type braking systems. The student may be provided a work experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Lab: 2 credits (90 contact hours).

Involves an in-depth study of principles of operation, construction, and service of manual transmissions and related drive train components (differentials, clutches, u-joints, rear wheel drive and 4-wheel drive). Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Develop skills in the diagnosis and repair of manual transmissions and related drive train components (differentials, clutches, u-joints, rear wheel drive, and 4-wheel drive). The student may be provided a work experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Lab: 2 credits (90 contact hours).

Includes the theory, component identification, application, operation, service and repair of the basic automotive ignition, fuel, and emission systems, including related components. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Provides skills necessary to diagnose and repair the automotive basic ignition, fuel, and emission systems and related components are developed. The student may be provided a unique work experience alternating between periods of work on-site and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Lab: 2 credits (90 contact hours).

Presents the theory, component identification, application, operation, service and repair of advanced automotive ignition, fuel, and emission systems, including related components. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces skills necessary to diagnose, service and repair automotive advanced ignition, fuel, and emission systems, including related components are developed. The student may be provided a work-study experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Lab: 2.0 credits (90 contact hours).

Presents the automotive suspension system, the diagnosing of suspension problems, identifying components, recognizing tire wear problems, wheel balancing and the use of alignment. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces skills necessary in the diagnosis and repair of automotive suspension systems, wheel alignment, and wheel balancing. The student may be provided a work experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Lab: 2 credits (90 contact hours).

Involves the study of the operating principles of rear and front wheel drive automatic transmissions and transaxles and the testing and diagnostic process. Lecture: 3 credits (45 contact hours).

Develop diagnostic and repair skills related to the operation of rear and front wheel automatic transmissions and transaxles. The student may be provided a work experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Lab: 2 credits (90 contact hours).

The Practicum provides supervised on-the-job work experience related to the student's educational objectives. Students who participate in the practicum do not receive compensation. Practicum: 1 credit (75 contact hours).

Co-op provides supervised on-the-job work experience related to the student's educational objectives. Students who participate in the Cooperative Education program receive compensation for their work. Co-op: 1 credit (75 contact hours).

Presents the comprehensive diagnostics of on-board computer control systems, including distributorless ignition systems. Presents the problem solving process including flowchart reading. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Introduces the skills necessary to diagnose and repair drivability problems associated with on-board computer control systems. The student may be provided a work experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Lab: 2.0 credits (90 contact hours).

Focuses on the theories, principles, and diagnosis relating to hybrid automobiles. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Focuses on the theories, principles, and diagnosis relating to hybrid automobiles. The student may be provided a work-study experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Lab: 2.0 credits (90 contact hours).

A course designed for the student who has demonstrated specific needs for additional training. The student may be provided a work/study experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Laboratory: 1 credit (45 contact hours).

A course designed for the student who has demonstrated specific needs for additional training. The student may be provided a work/study experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Laboratory: 2 credits (90 contact hours).

A course designed for the student who has demonstrated specific needs for additional training. The student may be provided a work/study experience alternating between periods of work off campus and work in a classroom laboratory setting. Laboratory: 3 credits (135 contact hours).

The practicum provides supervised on-the-job work experience related to the students educational objectives. Students who participate in the practicum do not receive compensation. Practicum: 1 credit hour (75 contact hours).

Co-op provides supervised on-the-job work experience related to the students educational objectives. Students who participate in the Cooperative Education program receive compensation for their work. Co-op: 1 credit hour (75 contact hours).