Automotive Technology
Degrees and Certificates
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Automotive Technology, Certificate
Courses
AUTO110G: Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair
The Maintenance and Light Repair course prepares students for entry into the automotive repair industry. Students explore career opportunities and requirements of a professional service technician. Content emphasizes beginning transportation service skills and workplace success skills. Students study safety, tools, equipment, shop operations, vehicle service fundamentals, and basic technician skills. Instruction will incorporate hands-on lab work, discussion, demonstration, lecture, and assigned readings. Upon completion of the Maintenance and Light Repair course students will be eligible to take the MLR ASE Student Certification Exam.
AUTO120G: Automotive Engines (Mechanical)
This course provides a comprehensive study of the theory, construction, design, and repair of the internal combustion engine. Topics discussed include engine classification, power and torque development, engine power-efficiency tests, engine performance parameters, and mechanical design and failure analysis. The mathematical solution of performance characteristics is demonstrated. Alternative engines and fuels are also discussed. The lab reinforces the lecture by providing engine mechanical diagnostic procedures, repair and overhaul procedures. System problem diagnosis and component failure analysis are continually stressed.