Courses by Semester

Course Description:

Automotive Technology Program

This two-year, Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) certified program, is designed to develop entry-level automotive technician skills in the maintenance and repair of automobiles.

Semester 1 Ground Transportation Maintenance

Subject Code: 177000

Course Description:

In this first course, students will apply skills needed to inspect and perform general service on vehicles. Students will research applicable service information and technical service bulletins and perform maintenance on vehicles. Students will inspect and service engine, drive train, suspension, steering, electrical and braking systems. Students will perform ignition maintenance including spark plug/glow plug and ignition wire and coil pack replacement. Additionally, students change fluids, filters and inspect vehicles for leaks and fluid conditions.

Semester 2 Automotive Braking Systems

Subject Code: 177030

Automotive Braking Systems

Course Description:

Students will perform inspections, troubleshoot malfunctions, and service automotive brake systems. Students will identify poor-performing hydraulic brake systems and replace malfunctioning components. Additionally, students will disable and enable supplemental restraint systems (SRS) and replace antilock brake system components.

Semester 3 Automotive Steering and Suspension Systems

Subject Code: 177031

Course Description:

Students will perform inspections, troubleshoot malfunctions, and service automotive undercarriage systems. Students will install coil and leaf springs, shock absorbers and struts, and replace wheel bearings. Students will inspect and replace automotive steering components and perform wheel alignments.

Semester 4 Course Number 177002 Ground Transportation Electrical/Electronics

Subject Code: 177002

Course Description:

Students will diagnose and repair vehicle electrical systems, including chassis electrical, charging, starting, and lighting systems. Students will learn the fundamentals of direct current (DC) electronics including series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. Students will use electronic diagnostic tools, read schematics, and use printed and electronic resources to troubleshoot electrical circuits, test components, and replace defective modules.