Automotive Technician

TECHNOLOGY /1: AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS (799083)

Emphasis on domestic car engine designs, engine cooling systems, engine lubrication systems, automotive electricity, charging systems, and starting systems. (90 hrs)

Prerequisites: Requires employment-level competency in reading, written and oral communications, and math.

TECHNOLOGY /2: AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS (799085)

Emphasis on foreign car engine designs, the ignition systems, exhaust systems, emission control, major engine operations, and alternative power sources for automobiles. (90 hrs)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the Technology/1: Automotive Systems (79-90-83) or instructor’s permission.

AUTO TECH: BRAKES (799054)

Brake diagnosis and repair: general, hydraulic system, drum brake, disc brake, power assist units, wheel bearings, parking brakes, electronic brake, & control systems. This course is designed to meet the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Program Certification Standards set by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). (150 hrs)

Prerequisites: Completion of the Auto Tech: 1 & 2 or instructor’s permission.

AUTO TECH: ELECTRICAL (799062)

AND ELECTRONICS/1

This course is designed to meet the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Program Certification Standards set by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). Maintenance, the use of service manuals and computer-based information systems. Battery, starting & charging systems, and math. (150 hrs)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the Auto Tech: 1 & 2 or instructor’s permission.

AUTO TECH: ELECTRICAL (799064)

AND ELECTRONICS/2

This course is designed to meet the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Program Certification Standards set by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). Instruction in sustainable and green vehicle technologies. Instruction includes: electrical & electronic diagnosis & repair. (150 hrs)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the Auto Tech: Electrical and Electronics 1 or instructor’s permission.

AUTO TECH: ENGINE PERFORMANCE /1 (799068)

Introduction to the different engine designs, automotive electricity, hybrid vehicles, and alternative fuel vehicles engine performance diagnosis and repair: general, computerized engine controls, and ignition system. (150 hrs)

Prerequisites: Completion of the Auto Tech: 1 & 2 or instructor’s permission.

AUTO TECH: ENGINE PERFORMANCE /2 (799072)

Engine performance: fuel, air induction, and exhaust systems, emission controls systems, and engine-related service. Review of engine design, electricity, hybrid vehicles & alternative fuel vehicles. (150 hrs)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the Auto Tech: Engine Performance/1 (79-90-69) or instructor’s permission.

AUTO TECH: ENGINE REPAIR (799074)

Engine repair: general engine, cylinder head and valve train, engine block assembly, and lubrication & cooling systems. (150 hrs)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the Technology/1: Automotive Systems (79-90-83) and Technology/2  Automotive Systems (799085) courses.

AUTO TECH: SUSPENSION AND STEERING (799082)

Suspension and steering diagnosis and repair: general, components, related steering and suspension, wheels, tires, and wheel alignment.(150 hrs)

Prerequisites: Successful completion of Auto Tech: Engine Repair (79-90-73) or instructor’s permission.

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** Separate costs for books, exams, supplies, preparation, certifications and/or licenses provided by outside vendors may be incurred. Once a Certificate of Completion is earned in a course, that course cannot be repeated.