Automotive Technology Courses

An introduction to general automotive systems and service procedures. This course is designed to familiarize students with the automotive industry learning how to properly service and maintain today's vehicles, knowing how to understand what a service repair facility is saying to them when they are having a vehicle repaired, and the requirements to continue on becoming an automotive repair technician if desired. Class time consists of lecture on theory of preventative maintenance procedures and systems, basic operation of automotive tools, shop safety, computerized online information systems, written assignments, and basic automotive repair techniques. Lab time consists of students applying concepts learned with hands-on experience while working on student owned vehicles and school mockups.

This course provides basic knowledge and theory of operation of automotive diesel engines including ignition and fuel systems._x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

Lab to be taken concurrently with AMT 100. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This course prepares students to apply technical knowledge and skills to perform tasks and services that facilitate the movement and sale of parts and materials. Students will learn the identification of individual parts in vehicle systems and demonstrate an understanding of parts' relationships to various systems. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This class provides field experiences that allow a student to observe and document how working professionals perform their job duties. Students will also participate in performing tasks to a limited extent allowed by on-site staff in an environment that will build on the students' area of career interests and prepare them to be productive employees.

This is an entry-level course that provides basic tool and hardware safety, use, and storage. It will cover the tools, hardware, fasteners, and basic equipment commonly used in maintenance shop environments._x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

A class covering electrical basics, electronics, test equipment, wiring circuitry, and basic diagnosis of starting and charging systems. Students in the lab diagnose and repair light circuits, wiring systems, and basic starting and charging systems. This course is designed for automotive students.

This course provides students with knowledge to utilize maintenance publications, service bulletins, and maintenance directives for service and maintenance of vehicles. It also includes the correct procedures and information for completing work orders and creating maintenance log entries._x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee

This course provides students with basic knowledge and understanding of automotive procedures for maintaining vehicles by following recommendations for preventive care. This course provides the background science and physics for understanding the unique needs and attributes of automotive materials and systems including lubrication, hydraulic, pneumatic, metallurgical, gaseous, power, and fuels. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This course is an introduction to basic metal repair and metal straightening techniques. It includes shop safety and the proper use of power and hand tools.

This course provides an introduction to identifying damage and non-damage corrosion. Various methods of corrosion protection are presented as well as metal treatments and primers. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This course provides basic knowledge and practice in correcting defects in vehicle finishes. Students will learn to distinguish among the various types of paint equipment, use various paint codes and specifications, identify various paint systems, and explore paint defects. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This course provides an introduction to the basics of glass and plastic adhesive repair. Topics include glass repair, fiberglass and composite repair, and applying body plastic filler. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This class is designed to give students an understanding of the theory of automotive steering and suspension systems. The emphasis will be on the mechanical portion of those systems. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This course provides students with a basic understanding of the theory, diagnosis, and service of automotive electrical systems. Subjects covered will include basic electrical principles and how malfunctions affect the proper functioning of vehicles. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This lab is designed to familiarize students with the operation, diagnosis, repair, and service of automotive steering and suspension systems, with the emphasis on the mechanical portion of these systems. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This class provides a basic understanding of the theory, diagnosis, and service of automotive brake systems. Emphasis will be placed on the mechanical portion of the brakes systems and the principles behind their operation. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This course introduces students to the theory of internal combustion engines. Students will explore the fundamentals of fuel system theory, ignition theory, and identify engine mechanical integrity and operation. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in the program. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This class provides students a basic understanding of the diagnosis, service, and operation of internal combustion engines with an emphasis on servicing, failure analysis, and correct parts replacement. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in the program. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

Students will learn to inspect and repair engine lubrication systems, cooling systems, cylinder heads, and valve trains, as well as how to perform advanced level engine diagnosis. Emphasis will be placed on failure analysis and demonstrating proper parts replacement. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in the program._x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

Students will learn how to remove and install an automotive engine; inspect and troubleshoot internal combustion engines; demonstrate the ability to reassemble engine components into a working condition, including engine conformity inspections; and perform advanced level engine diagnosis. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in the program. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students basic knowledge and understanding of common automotive maintenance procedures, minor parts replacement, the importance of maintenance, and to work in a manner which exhibits pride, cleanliness, work ethic, and professionalism. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in program. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This summer internship program is designed to prepare students for actual shop employment. Students spend a minimum of eight weeks working in an automotive repair facility gaining experience with genuine automotive shop working conditions. This ''hands-on'' practice enables students to be more prepared for their second year advanced studies and allows them to have verifiable ''employed'' experience when searching for employment at completion of year two. The internship work site must be instructor approved. The instructor performs on-site visits after students are employed to gather data on the performance of the students. Students work in a manner which exhibits pride, cleanliness, work ethic, and professionalism. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in program. Instructor permission is required to enroll. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

A class used to explore new coursework or for a specific topic of special interest.

A class used to explore new coursework.

This course covers the concepts of electrical fundamentals and electronics including series, parallel, and compound circuits; motors, relays, switches, inverters, converters; power distribution, wiring and routing; and logic diagrams and circuits. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students a highly developed understanding of the theory, diagnosis, and service of the advanced automotive electrical and electronic operating systems. Students work in a manner which exhibits pride, cleanliness, work ethic, and professionalism. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in program. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students a highly developed understanding of the theory, diagnosis, and service of the advanced brake systems with a heavy emphasis on the electronic side of those systems. Students work in a manner which exhibits pride, cleanliness, work ethic, and professionalism. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in program. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

Students will gain a basic understanding of the theory, diagnosis, rebuilding, and servicing of automatic automotive transmissions, including an understanding of their internal hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical operations. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students a basic understanding of the theory, diagnosis, and service of automotive manual transmissions. Students work with a manual transmission and gain knowledge of internal gear transfer paths. In addition, study of clutches, drive axles, and differentials round out this course of study. Students work in a manner which exhibits pride, cleanliness, work ethic, and professionalism. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in program. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students a highly developed understanding of the theory, diagnosis, and service of the drivability automotive systems. Emphasis is on power train computer systems, sensors and outputs, and the proper diagnostic strategies to locate potential problems in these systems. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in program. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students a basic understanding of the theory, diagnosis, and service of automotive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Emphasis is on proper air conditioning recharging techniques and the electrical portion of the HVAC systems. Minimum grade of 2.0 is required to advance in program. _x000A_$50 Automotive Technology class fee_x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students a review of basic knowledge and understanding of vehicle systems including: electrical, engines, brakes, heating and air conditioning, automatic transmissions, and engine performance. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students an overview of hybrid/high voltage vehicles. The class covers safety, driving characteristics, environmental concerns, and hybrid/high voltage energy principles. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students an overview of high voltage batteries, transformers, high voltage wiring, dc-dc converters, safety circuitry, three-phase motors, and high voltage control systems. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students the theory and hands-on experience to perform basic preventive maintenance of hybrid vehicles. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students theories and strategies for diagnosing high voltage and hybrid specific systems. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee

This combination class/lab is designed to give students theory and hands-on experience of proper removal and replacement of hybrid components. _x000A_$11.40 lab fee