AUTO 110 General Automotive Service
2-1-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) A comprehensive study of today's automobiles and the various facets of automotive servicing and maintenance. Subjects covered include: engine and chassis lubrication, tire and wheel service, inspection and replacement of filters and complete vehicle inspection. Technical information and tune-up specifications are also covered. This is a good course for the do-it-yourselfer or someone wanting to learn more about today's automobiles. This is not required for automotive technology majors. Prerequisites: A minimum ACT Writing Skills score of 18 or COMPASS score of 70 or successful completion of ENG 098 or ENG 099; minimum ACT Reading score of 14 or COMPASS score of 65 or TRS 096 and TRS 105 or ENG 099; minimum ACT Math Test score of 18 or COMPASS PreAlgebra test score of 44 or MATH 092 or MATH 094.

AUTO 111 Exploring Auto Career Options
2-1-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) The work of automotive service technicians has evolved from mechanical repair to a high technology job. During this course students have the opportunity to discover the many aspects of automotive service technology and what is required to be a successful automotive technician. This is not a required course for automotive technology majors. A minimum ACT Writing Skills scores of 18 or COMPASS score of 70 or successful completion of ENG 098 or ENG 099 and minimum ACT Reading score of 14 or COMPASS score of 65 or TRS 096 and TRS 105 or ENG 099 and minimum ACT Math Test score of 18 or COMPASS PreAlgebra Test score of 44 or MATH 092 or MATH 094.

AUTO 112 Shop Fundamentals
2-1-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This is a required course for all automotive students to acquaint them with the automotive laboratory and to train them in proper shop safety, tool and equipment usage, service order writing, and technician responsibility. Prerequisites: A minimum ACT Writing Skills score of 18 or COMPASS score of 70 or successful completion of ENG 098 or ENG 099; and a minimum ACT Reading score of 14 or COMPASS score of 65 or TRS 096 and TRS 105 or ENG 099; and a minimum ACT Math Test score of 18 or COMPASS PreAlgebra Test score of 44 or MATH 092 or MATH 094. Corequisites: All automotive courses.

AUTO 113 Ethics & Employability Skills
2-2-0 (Lecture/Discussion) This course instills the ethical values required to be successful in the automotive repair industry. Communication skills, both verbal and written, will be covered. Human and environmental ethics will be the focus of this course with Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations included. Students will be coached on proper employability skills and expectations. Prerequisites: AUTO 112 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 120 Intro to Automotive Electrical
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course will build a solid foundation of electrical theory and principles needed for diagnosis and repair of basic automotive systems. Material covered in this course will include Ohm's law, Kirschhoff's law, electron theory, capacitance, resistance, AC/DC currents, magnetism, electrical test equipment and wiring diagram usage. Prerequisites: A minimum Writing skills ACT score of 18 or COMPASS score of 70 or successful completion of ENG 098 or ENG 099 and a minimum ACT Reading score of 14 or COMPASS score of 65 or TRS 096 and TRS 105 or ENG 099 and a minimum ACT Math Test score of 18 or COMPASS PreAlgebra Test score of 44 or MATH 092 or MATH 094. Corequisites: AUTO 112.

AUTO 121 Auto Electrical/Electronics Sy
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course is a comprehensive study of the operational theory of the automotive electrical and electronic systems. The student will learn the proper service and diagnosis of these systems with the use of sophisticated test equipment and hands-on experience. Prerequisites: AUTO 120 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 122 Auto Chassis Electron Systems
2-1-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course is an in-depth study of the theory, diagnosis, and repair of chassis electrical and electronic systems, including the study of electronic dash circuits, inflatable restraint systems, electronic cruise control and other body electrical systems as well. Prerequisites: AUTO 121 with a 2.0 grade or higher, or instructor permission.

AUTO 130 Automotive Brake Systems
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course provides theory of operation and service procedures for conventional and other related brake system components. Areas to be covered include: hydraulic systems, disc and drum brakes, power assist units and associated systems. Prerequisites: AUTO 120 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 134 Automotive Alignment Service
2-1-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course provides an in depth study of alignment theory, operation, and service procedures for passenger car, light duty truck suspension systems. Diagnosis and correction of two-wheel and four-wheel electronic alignment systems are covered. Prerequisites: AUTO 112 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 135 Steering & Suspension System
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) The student will have a good understanding of the theory of operation and service of today's advanced steering and suspension systems upon completion of this course. Topics covered include steering/suspension systems diagnosis and repair, tire and wheel service, component diagnosis and replacement, and alignment. Noise, vibration and harshness issues are also covered in this course. Prerequisites: AUTO 134 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 140 Manual Transmission/Driveline
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course provides theory of Manual transmissions/transaxles, transfer cases, drive axles, ring and pinion gears, universal/constant velocity joint, other driveline components, clutch theory of operation and service. Noise, vibration and harshness issues are also covered in this course. The student will be trained in proper diagnosis and repair of these components. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Corequisites: AUTO 112.

AUTO 141 Automatic Transmission/Transax
3-2-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) Students will become familiar with the theory of operation, service, and diagnosis and repair of automatic transmissions/transaxles found on today's cars and light duty trucks. Diagnostic equipment will be used to troubleshoot various malfunctions. Prerequisites: AUTO 121 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 151 Fuel and Emissions Systems
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) The student will be provided with a basic understanding of the theory and operation of the fuel metering and emission devices found on past and present automobiles and light trucks and how they relate to engine performance. Practical experience will be gained through diagnosing, testing, and servicing the various systems found on these vehicles. Ignition systems will also be covered. Prerequisites: AUTO 121 with a 2.0 grade or higher. Corequisites: AUTO 112.

AUTO 153 Adv Fuel & Emissions Systems
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) The student will expand on the knowledge gained in Fuel and Emission Systems AUTO 151 course and apply the theories to the more advanced systems found on current vehicles. Systems covered include computer controlled electronic ignition and fuel systems, distributorless ignition, direct ignition, throttle-body and port fuel injection, on-board diagnostic II systems, and other related component systems. Prerequisites: AUTO 151 with a 2.0 grade or higher. Corequisites: AUTO 112.

AUTO 161 Engine Mechanical Theory
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course provides an in-depth study of engine design, operation, troubleshooting, and in-vehicle service procedures for modern gasoline engines. Topics covered: Engine coolant systems, fluid leak diagnosis, timing belt service, in vehicle repairs, noises diagnosis and other related service associated with common engine service procedures. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. Corequisites: AUTO 112.

AUTO 170 Auto Heat/Air Condition System
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) With strong emphasis on environmental awareness, this class covers theory, operation, diagnostics, and repair of car/light truck heating and cooling systems. Topics include: R-12 and R-134a and future refrigerants, reclaiming and recycling of these refrigerants, and standard and extended life antifreeze characteristics are also covered. Prerequisites: AUTO 121 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 172 Alt Fuels & Adv Tech Vehicles
2-2-0 (Lecture/Discussion) The rapid increase in fuel prices, coupled with concerns for the environment and air quality, have led many Americans to seek information about alternatives to gasoline, diesel fuel, and other petroleum-based products. This introductory course is designed to provide basic information for the general public, the automotive technician, the employer, the fleet operator, and the instructor and will allow you to begin to understand the nature and extent of the problems, as well as some viable solutions that are currently available or in development. Prerequisites: An interest in environmental quality and energy independence in transportation and a good understanding of basic automotive technology.

AUTO 200 Alternative Auto Propulsion
3-2-2 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course will be of interest and specifically geared toward existing automotive students as well as technicians already employed in the field. The focus is to provide the student with instruction on alternative automotive propulsion systems that are presently being developed for the automobile transportation industry. Course content will include instruction on theory of operation and service of alternative propulsion systems, with emphasis on safety issues and concerns regarding the servicing of these systems. Prerequisites: ASE Master Automotive Tech Certification or a 2.0 GPA in each of the following courses: AUTO 112, AUTO 122, AUTO 130, AUTO 230, AUTO 135, AUTO 140, AUTO 141, AUTO 153, AUTO 161, AUTO 170, AUTO 270 and ELT 240; or Instructor Permission.

AUTO 230 Auto Brake Electronic Systems
2-1-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course provides theory of operation and service procedures of anti-lock brake systems, traction control systems, and other related brake system technology changes. Areas to be covered include: anti-lock systems, traction control systems and brake electrical circuits. Prerequisites: AUTO 130 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 240 Transmission/Driveline Repair
3-2-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course focuses on lecture and related laboratory experiences in the diagnosis and repair of automotive manual transmission, transaxles, light duty truck transmission, transfer cases, drive axles, ring and pinion gears, clutches and related components. The student will gain hands-on exposure by utilizing his/her or shop units. Prerequisites: AUTO 112 and AUTO 140 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 241 Transmission/Transaxle Repair
4-2-6 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course focuses on lecture and related laboratory experiences in diagnosis and repair of common automatic transmission/transaxles found on today's cars and light duty trucks. Theory is supported by complete tear down, inspection and measurement of an automatic transmission in preparation for overhaul. The student will gain hands-on exposure by utilizing his/her or a shop transmission. Prerequisites: AUTO 141 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 253 High Performance Engine Mgmt
3-2-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course will help build an understanding of high performance systems available today. It will include turbo charging and supercharging forced induction, engine building for performance applications, intake and exhaust system design, and stand-alone fuel management systems. Prerequisites: AUTO 151 and AUTO 153 with a 2.0 grade or higher or Instructor's permission.

AUTO 261 Engine Overhaul
3-2-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) This course is designed to provide students with the theory of operation and design of the internal combustion engine and related systems. Theory is supported by complete tear down, inspection and measurement of an engine in preparation for engine overhaul. The student will gain hands-on exposure by utilizing his/her engine or a shop engine. Prerequisites: AUTO 112 with a 2.0 grade or higher or currently enrolled in AUTO 112. Corequisites: AUTO 112.

AUTO 270 Adv Auto Heat/Air Conditioning
2-1-3 (Lecture/Standard Lab) The student will expand on the knowledge gained in AUTO 170, Auto Heat/Air Condition System, and apply theories learned in the diagnosis and repair of computerized automatic temperature controlled system, and related electronic systems. Prerequisites: AUTO 170 with a 2.0 grade or higher.

AUTO 278 Automotive Internship
1-0-0 to 9-0-0 (Variable) The Automotive Internship is a supervised on-the-job learning experience designed to provide students the opportunity to apply automotive competencies in a work environment. Prerequisites: With some exceptions, students must have completed 75% of the coursework in the pursued degree/certificate program and have a grade point of 2.5 in the program and 2.0 overall. Comments: See Internships under Permission Codes for more information.