Automotive Technology

Degrees and Certificates

Courses

AUTO120L: Introduction to Automotive Service

This course is the first of a series of courses that make up the Automotive Technology track. It provides instruction in career opportunities, safety, Oxy-Acetylene usage, measurement, proper tool usage and service operations and basic maintenance including tire service, safety inspections light engine repair and brake work.

AUTO121L: Automotive Systems

This course prepares the student for their first co-op experience by introducing the student to safe shop practices, General Motors products, maintenance requirements and procedures, periodic motor vehicle safety inspection and tire service. It consists of five units -Safety and Shop Practices, Maintenance of Automotive Systems, Tire Service, Vibration Correction, and Basic Steering and Brakes.

AUTO125L: Introduction to Toyota/Lexus Automotive System

This course prepares the student for their first co-op experience by introducing students to safe shop practices, Toyota/Lexus products, maintenance requirements and procedures, periodic motor vehicle safety inspection and tire service. It consists of five units -Safety and Shop Practices, Maintenance of Toyota/Lexus Automotive Systems, Tire Service, Vibration Correction, and Basic Steering and Brakes. The student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses L005, Introduction to Lexus, 031 Maintenance and General Service, Toyota Express Maintenance T-TEN.

AUTO126L: Introduction to Toyota/Lexus Automotive Systems II

This course builds on the three credit Introduction to Toyota Lexus which is Introduction to Automotive Service course that transferred from the Running Start course or by articulation. This course prepares the student for their first co-op experience by introducing students to safe shop practices; Toyota/Lexus products; maintenance requirements and procedures; periodic motor vehicle safety inspection and tire service. It consists of five Units-Safety and Shop Practices, Maintenance of Toyota/Lexus Automotive Systems, Tire Service, Vibration Correction, and Basic Steering and Brakes. The student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses L005 Introduction to Lexus, 031 Maintenance and General Service, Toyota Express Maintenance T-TEN

AUTO128L: GM Automotive Electricity

This course introduces the student to the theory and application of electricity, magnetism, and electronics. This includes reading, understanding, and applying the information from GM schematics and service literature to diagnose the integrated electronic control systems used on today's GM vehicles.

AUTO129L: GM Automotive Electricity I

This course introduces the student to the theory and application of electricity, magnetism, and electronics. This includes reading, understanding, and applying the information from GM schematics and service literature to diagnose the integrated electronic control systems used on today'92s GM vehicles.

AUTO130L: GM Automotive Electricity II

In this lab only course, students put into practice the electrical and electronics theory studied in the GM Automotive Electricity I theory class. This includes the application of Ohms Law and Kirchhoffs Law to the solution of electrical and electronic concerns, wiring schematics and symbols, series and parallel circuits, the use of multi-meters, logic probes, oscilloscopes and graphing multi-meters, wiring repair; electronic component and devices, lighting & signaling system circuits.

AUTO131L: Toyota/Lexus Electrical I

This class includes discussion of the application of Ohms Law and Kirchhoffs Law to the solution of electrical and electronic concerns, wiring schematics and symbols, series and parallel circuits, the use of multimeters, logic probes, oscilloscopes and graphing multimeters, wiring repair, electronic component and devices, battery, charging and starting systems. Upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses 623 and L623.

AUTO132L: Toyota/Lexus Electrical 1-2

In this course, students study electrical and electronics theory including the application of Ohms Law and Kirchhoffs Law to the solution of electrical and electronic concerns; wiring schematics and symbols, series and parallel circuits; the use of multi-meters, logic probes, oscilloscopes and graphing multi-meters; wiring repair; electronic component and devises; battery, charging and starting systems.

AUTO133L: Toyota/Lexus Electrical 1-3

In this course, students study electrical and electronics theory including the application of Ohms Law and Kirchhoffs law to the solution of electrical and electronic concerns; wiring schematics and symbols, series, and parallel circuits; the use of multi-meters, logic probes, oscilloscopes and graphing multi-meters; wiring repair; electronic component and device; battery, charging and starting systems. Upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses 623 and L623.

AUTO134L: GM Fuel and Emissions

This course prepares students to diagnose and repair engine fuel injection and electronic controls system concerns as they relate to drivability and emissions. It includes the study of fuel composition and quality, the use of specialized diagnostic tools including the Tech II diagnostic scan tool combined with General Motor's TIS2000 software, and extensive use of the digital multimeter and lab scopes.

AUTO135L: Toyota/Lexus Electrical II

This course builds on the material covered in Electrical/Electronic I and includes communication and networking, body control systems, security systems, occupant safety systems, entertainment and audio systems, and driver information and navigations systems. Students will practice diagnosis and repair using scan tools, oscilloscopes, and multi-meters. Upon successful completion the students will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses 652 and L652.

AUTO136L: GM Engine and Engine Related Electrical

This course provides the student with knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair the advanced engines used in GM vehicles today. The activities include engine disassembly, evaluation, repair, and reassembly of a variety of the latest world-class engines manufactured by General Motors and their industry partners. The student will also study GM ignition systems, starting and charging systems.

AUTO137L: Engine Mechanical

In this course, the student studies engine design and construction; engine mechanical diagnosis for performance, noise and leaks; engine disassembly procedures and best practices; engine evaluation and measurement; engine removal and installation techniques.

AUTO138L: Electrical/Electronics I

In this course, students study electrical and electronics theory including the application of Ohms Law and Kirchhoffs Law to the solution of electrical and electronic concerns, wiring schematics and symbols; series and parallel circuits; the use of multi-meters, logic probes, oscilloscopes and graphing multi-meters; wiring repair; electronic component and devices; battery, charging and starting systems.

AUTO139L: Electrical/Electronics II

This course builds on the material covered in Electrical/Electronics I and includes communication and networking, body control systems, security systems, occupant safety systems, entertainment and audio systems and driver information and navigations systems. Students will practice diagnosis and repair using scan tools, oscilloscopes, and multi-meters.

AUTO140L: Braking Systems

This course prepares the students to diagnose, evaluate and service base brake systems, parking brake systems, antilock brake systems and traction control systems. Students will practice machining drums and rotors using both on-car and off-car lathes. Students will practice diagnosis, evaluation and repair using pressure gauges, measuring tools, scan tools, oscilloscopes, and multimeters.

AUTO141L: Toyota/Lexus Brakes

This course prepares the students to diagnose, evaluate and service base brake systems, parking brake systems, antilock brake systems and traction control systems. Students will practice machining drums and rotors using both on-car and off-car lathes. Students will practice diagnosis, evaluation and repair using pressure gauges, measuring tools, scan tools, oscilloscopes, and multimeter. Upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses 553 and L553.

AUTO145L: HVAC Systems

This course prepares the students to diagnose, evaluate and service heating ventilation and air conditioning systems using the latest equipment and technology. The course includes basic refrigeration theory and extensive study of the sub-systems that play a role in HVAC performance followed by hands-on practice evaluating and diagnosing HVAC issues. Students must pass the ASE EPA 609 test as part of completion of this course.

AUTO150L: Suspension and Steering

This course prepares the students to diagnose, evaluate and service base steering and suspension systems and electronically controlled steering and suspension systems. Students will practice replacing steering and suspension components. Students will practice 2-wheel and 4-wheel alignment.

AUTO151L: Toyota/Lexus Suspension, Steering and Handling

This course introduces students to steering and suspension systems with emphasis on identification of steering and suspension type, mechanical components, and electronic controls. Lab activities will include on car diagnostic procedures; removal and installation of steering and suspension components, disassembly, evaluation and inspection and reassembly procedures. Focus will be on the latest generation of Toyota/Lexus steering and suspension systems. Upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota course 453 and L453.

AUTO152L: Toyota/Lexus Manual Drive Trains

In this course, students study manual transmissions, transaxles, transfer cases and rear axle theory of operation, disassembly, and reassembly procedures, including set-up and endplay measurements. Students will also practice removal and replacement procedures for clutches, transmissions, transaxles, transfer cases and rear axle assemblies. Focus will be on the current generation Toyota/Lexus manual transmissions, transaxles, differentials, and transfer cases. Upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus course 302.

AUTO157L: Toyota/Lexus Internal Combustion Engines

This course will provide an in-depth study of current generation Toyota/Lexus engine design and construction. Engine mechanical diagnosis for engine performance, lubrication and cooling systems, noise and leaks; engine disassembly procedures, evaluation and measurement of internal engine components, engine removal and installation techniques will be covered. 

AUTO170L: GM ASEP Cooperative Education I

This course provides the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in an automotive service environment. Students will be exposed to a wide array of experiences and will become familiar with the responsibilities, workload, and duties of a professional automotive technician.

AUTO175L: Toyota/Lexus Cooperative Education I

This 12-week co-op provides the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in a Toyota/Lexus dealership environment. Student will be exposed to a wide array of experiences and will become familiar with the responsibilities, workload, and duties of a professional automotive technician. Additionally, the student will complete assigned University of Toyota web- based training modules during this session.

AUTO176L: GM ASEP Cooperative Education II

This course provides the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in an automotive service environment. Students will be exposed to a wide array of experiences and will become familiar with the responsibilities, workload, and duties of a professional automotive technician.

AUTO200L: GM Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

This course prepares students to safely diagnose, and repair common performance concerns related to heating and AC systems. Emphasis is placed on electrical and electronic control of these systems. Electrical and Electronic theory studied previously is put to practical use in evaluating and diagnosing AC Control Systems and related Sub-Systems.

AUTO210L: Toyota/Lexus Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning

This course prepares the students to diagnose, evaluate and service heating ventilation and air conditioning systems using the latest equipment and technology. The course includes basic refrigeration theory and extensive study of the sub-systems that play a role in HVAC performance followed by hands-on practice evaluating and diagnosing HVAC issues. Students must pass the ASE EPA 609 test as part of completion of this course. Upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus course 752 and L752.

AUTO211L: GM Supplemental Inflatable Restraint & Accessories

Students study Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) Systems, Windshield Wiper Systems, Cruise Control, Body Controllers and Theft Deterrent Systems. This course builds on the electronic/electrical theory studied previously by applying that theory in evaluating and diagnosing these integrated systems.

AUTO222L: GM Drive Trains

In this course, the student studies GM automatic transmissions and transaxles, manual transmissions and transaxles, transfer cases and rear axles. The learning outcomes include the development of skills in the diagnosis, disassembly, evaluation and repair of these components and the related electronic control systems.

AUTO225L: GM Chassis Systems

This course prepares students to diagnose, repair and service GM antilock brakes, steering and suspension systems. Emphasis is placed on service of integrated systems and four-wheel alignment, as well as their related electrical and electronic sub-systems.

AUTO230L: Automotive Service Management

This course is instructor led with classroom meetings that will use Andrew A. Rezin'92s text Automotive Service Management - Principles and Practice. 2009. The course will address such subjects as Service Operations; Management Styles and Strategies; Financial Management; Organization; Customer Relations; Employee Relations; marketing; Legal Issues and Responsibilities.

AUTO240L: Manual Drive Trains

In this course, students study manual transmissions, transaxles, transfer cases and rear axle theory of operation, disassembly and reassembly procedures including set-up and endplay measurements. Students will also practice removal and replacement procedures for clutches, transmissions, transaxles, transfer cases and rear axle assemblies.

AUTO245L: Engine Performance I

This course prepares the student with the skills they need to service, diagnose, and repair fuel delivery, ignition and emission systems used on today'92s vehicles. Students will study four stroke theory and combustion theory for both spark ignited, and compression ignited engines. Students will study the emission concerns related to internal combustion engines and the systems and strategies used to control these emissions. Students will practice testing and diagnostic routines on vehicles with faults using scan tools, multi-meters, signal generators, pressure gauges and oscilloscopes.

AUTO246L: Engine Performance II

This course builds on Engine Performance I with more emphasis on performance systems such as turbo charging, supercharging, variable cam timing, and variable valve lift and drivability diagnostics related to these systems. Extensive use of the scan tool, multimeters and oscilloscope are employed in the diagnosis and evaluation of these systems as students determine the root cause of failures following a logical diagnostic process. There is more emphasis on the application of theory to solving drivability and performance concerns on vehicles with failures built into the systems.

AUTO255L: Toyota/Lexus Engine Control Systems I

This course prepares the student with the skills they need to service, diagnose, and repair fuel delivery, ignition and emission systems used on today's vehicles. Students will study four stroke theory and combustion theory for both spark ignited, and compression ignited engines. Students will study the emission concerns related to internal combustion engines and the systems and strategies used to control these emissions. Students will practice testing and diagnostic routines on vehicles with faults using scan tools, multi-meter, signal generators, pressure gauges and oscilloscopes. Focus will be on Toyota/Lexus systems and upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses 852 and L852.

AUTO256L: Toyota/Lexus Engine Control Systems II

This course builds on Engine Control Systems I with more emphasis on performance systems such as turbo charging, super charging, variable cam timing, and variable valve lift and drivability diagnostics related to these systems. Extensive use of the scan tool, multimeters and oscilloscope are employed in the diagnosis and evaluation of these systems as students determine the root cause of failures following a logical diagnostic process. There is more emphasis on the application of theory to solving drivability and performance concerns on vehicles with failures built into the systems. Focus will be on Toyota/Lexus advanced engine controls. Upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses 874 and L874.

AUTO257L: Toyota/Lexus Engine Repair

In this course, the student studies engine design and construction; engine mechanical diagnosis for performance, noise, and leaks; engine disassembly procedures and best practices; engine evaluation and measurement; engine removal and installation techniques. The students will be focused on the current generation of Toyota/Lexus engines and will receive credit for Toyota/Lexus courses 151 and L151 upon successful completion of course.

AUTO265L: Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles

This course introduces students to automatic transmissions and transaxles with emphasis on identification of transmission type, mechanical components and power flow, hydraulic systems and operation and electronic controls. Lab activities will include on car diagnostic procedures; removal and installation of a transaxle; disassembly, evaluation and inspection and reassembly procedures.

AUTO267L: Toyota/Lexus Automatic Transmissions

This course introduces students to automatic transmissions and transaxles with emphasis on identification of transmission type, mechanical components and power flow, hydraulic systems operation and electronic controls. Lab activities will include on car diagnostic procedures; removal and installation of a transaxle; disassembly, evaluation and inspection and reassembly procedures. Focus will be on the latest generation of Toyota/Lexus automatic transmissions and transaxles. Upon successful completion the student will receive credit for Toyota course 274.

AUTO268L: Toyota/Lexus Drivetrains

This course will include an in-depth study of modern automatic and manual transmissions and transaxles, 4-wheel drive/all-wheel drive systems, drive axles and differentials. The learning outcomes include the development of skills in diagnosis, disassembly, evaluation and repair of these components and the related electronic control systems following manufacturer standards.

AUTO269L: Toyota/Lexus Electrified Powertrains and Emerging Technology

This course will focus on advanced theory, diagnosis and repair of Battery Electric, Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) vehicles and supporting systems using manufacturer specific diagnostic tools and equipment. The inspection of safety equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE), disabling and re-enabling procedures will be performed and evaluated. This course will also include a survey of current and future advanced technology components and systems.

AUTO270L: Advanced Technology Systems

This course introduces students to the latest technology in transportation including hybrid, electric and fuel cell vehicles. Students will learn about the different design hybrid systems and the components used in these systems. Students will learn about the personal protection equipment used and safe practices that are followed to service and repair the systems used on these vehicles.

AUTO275L: GM ASEP Cooperative Education III

This course provides the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in an automotive service environment. Student will be exposed to a wide array of experiences and will become familiar with the responsibilities, workload, and duties of a professional automotive technician.

AUTO280L: Toyota/Lexus Cooperative Education II

This 6-week co-op provides the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in a Toyota/Lexus dealership environment. Student will be exposed to a wide array of experiences and will become familiar with the responsibilities, workload, and duties of a professional automotive technician with an emphasis on HVAC systems. Additionally, the student will complete assigned University of Toyota web-based training modules during this session.

AUTO281L: Toyota/Lexus Cooperative Education III

This 11-week co-op provides the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in a Toyota/Lexus dealership environment. Student will be exposed to a wide array of experiences and will become familiar with the responsibilities, workload, and duties of a professional automotive technician with an emphasis on Braking Systems, Steering and Suspension Systems and Manual Transmission. Additionally, the student will complete assigned University of Toyota web-based training modules during this session.

AUTO282L: Toyota/Lexus Cooperative Education IV

This 12-week co-op provides the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in a Toyota/Lexus dealership environment. Students will be exposed to a wide array of experiences and will become familiar with the responsibilities, workload, and duties of a professional automotive technician with an emphasis on Engine Mechanical repairs and Engine Performance. Additionally, the student will complete assigned University of Toyota web-based training modules during this session.

AUTO290L: GM ASEP Cooperative Education IV

This course provides the opportunity to receive hands-on experience in an automotive service environment. Students will be exposed to a wide array of experiences and will become familiar with the responsibilities, workload, and duties of a professional automotive technician.