7213: Principles of Automotive Services gives students an overview of the operating and general maintenance systems of the modern automobile. Students will be introduced to the safety and operation of equipment and tools used in the automotive industry. Students will study the maintenance and light repair of automotive systems. Also, this course gives students an overview of the electrical operating systems of the modern automobile. Students will be introduced to the safety and operation of equipment and tools used in the electrical diagnosis and repair in the automotive electrical industry. Students will study the fundamentals of electricity and automotive electronics.

• Required Prerequisites: none                                                                                                              •     Recommended Prerequisites: none

• 3 period course blocked with 7156: Technical Skills Development

• Credits: 2 semester course, 3 periods, 3 credits per semester

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas

• Acceptance to program required. (Acceptance method varies from program to program.)

• Enrollment in this course enters students in our random drug testing pool

7205

Brake Systems gives students an in-depth study of vehicle electrical systems. Students will study the fundamentals of electricity and automotive electronics in various automotive systems. Additionally, it teaches theory, service and repair of automotive braking systems. This course provides an overview of various mechanical brake systems used on today’s automobiles. This course will emphasize professional diagnosis and repair methods for brake systems.

• Required Prerequisites: none                                                                                                              •     Recommended Prerequisites: none

• 3 period course blocked with 7156: Technical Skills Development

• Credits: 2 semester course, 3 periods, 3 credits per semester

• Counts as a directed elective or elective for all diplomas

• Acceptance to program required. (Acceptance method varies from program to program.)

• Enrollment in this course enters students in our random drug testing pool

7212

Steering and Suspensions takes an in-depth look at engine performance, including concepts in the diagnosis and repair of ignition, fuel, emission and related computer networks. This course presents engine theory and operation and studies the various engine designs utilized today. This course also takes an in-depth look at engine performance, including advanced concepts in the diagnosis and repair of ignition, fuel, emission and related computer networks. This course presents engine theory and operation and studies the various engine designs utilized today. Hybrid/Alternative fuel technology will also be introduced.

• Required Prerequisites: Principles of Automotive Services; Brake Systems; Steering and Suspensions

• Recommended Prerequisites: none

• Credits: 2 semester course, 3 periods, 3 credits per semester

• Counts as a directed elective or elective credits for all diplomas

• Acceptance to program required. (Acceptance method varies from program to program.)

• Enrollment in this course enters students in our random drug testing pool.

7375

The Automotive Service Capstone  course further explores important skills and competencies within the Automotive Service Technology Pathway. Topics such as Steering & Suspension, Engine Repair, Climate Control, and Driveline Service. Additionally, Co-Op and Internship opportunities will be available for students.

• Required Prerequisites: Principles of Automotive Services; Brake Systems; Steering and Suspensions

• Recommended Prerequisites: none

• Credits: 2 semester course, 3 periods, 3 credits per semester

• Counts as a directed elective or elective credits for all diplomas

• Acceptance to program required. (Acceptance method varies from program to program.)

• Enrollment in this course enters students in our random drug testing pool.

IMPORTANT!!!

The Principles, Concentrator A, and Concentrator B courses are all required to meet the CTE graduation pathway requirement.

If a student completes all four courses and earns the required dual credit, they should be eligible for a Technical Certificate from Ivy Tech in that pathway. 

THIS IS EQUIVALENT TO ONE YEAR OF COLLEGE COMPLETED!