WNC Academic Catalog: 2009–2010
Course Descriptions: Automotive Mechanics
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Automotive Mechanics (AUTO)
Technology Division
AUTO 101B: Introduction to General Mechanics
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automobiles. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and hand-held test instruments. Introduces general maintenance of various systems.
AUTO 111B: Automotive Electricity
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles and theory of automotive electricity and the maintenance of automobile electrical systems. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and hand-held test instruments. Introduces a variety of different electrical systems and accessories.
AUTO 112B: Automotive Electricity II
Credits: 3–6; Prerequisites: AUTO 111B or consent of instructor
Further develops student skills by putting into practice the theories taught in AUTO 102B. Provides practical, hands-on experience through the use of Multi meters, VAT 40, manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and hand held test instruments. Shop safety and cleanup are always stressed.
AUTO 115B: Auto Electricity & Electronics I
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: AUTO 101B or consent of instructor
Topics include mastery of DC electricity, use of digital multimeters, troubleshooting electrical problems in starting, charging and accessory systems. Prepares students for ASE certification.
AUTO 117B: Advanced Auto Electronics
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: AUTO 115B
Advanced AC and DC automotive electronic circuits. Troubleshooting electronically controlled components including supplemental restraint systems and convenience accessories. Prepares students for ASE certification.
AUTO 130B: Engine Reconditioning
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: AUTO 101B
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automobile engines. Includes overhaul of various systems in the engine (valve, train, oiling system, etc.) safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools. Introduces a variety of systems.
AUTO 140B: Automotive Brake Systems
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automotive brake systems including antilock systems. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, power tools and hand-held test instruments. Introduces general maintenance of a variety of different systems.
AUTO 141B: Automotive Brake Systems Practice
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: AUTO 140B or consent of instructor
Further develops student skills by putting into practice the theories taught in AUTO 140B. Provides practical, hands-on experience through the use of the brake lathe and bleeder, scanners, troubleshooting guides and brake hand tools. Shop safety and cleanup are always stressed.
AUTO 145B: Automotive Brakes
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: AUTO 101B or consent of instructor
Focus is on theory, diagnosis, and service of drum, disc, and anti-lock braking systems, brake component machining, hydraulic component reconditioning, friction and hardware replacement. Prepares students for ASE certification.
AUTO 150B: Steering & Suspension Systems
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automotive steering and suspension system. Includes safety, use of manuals, and selection and use of hand tools, power tools and test equipment.
AUTO 151B: Steering Suspension System Practice
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: AUTO 150B or consent of instructor
Develops student skills by putting into practice the theories taught in AUTO 150B. The emphasis will be geared to a more practical, hands-on experience through the use of the computer 4-wheel alignment, scanners, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools and hand-held test instruments. Expands on maintenance of a variety of systems and accessories. Shop safety and cleanup are always stressed.
AUTO 155B: Steering & Suspension
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: AUTO 101B or consent of instructor
Diagnosis/service of suspension components including shocks, springs, ball joints, manual and power steering system and four wheel alignment are some areas covered. Prepares students for ASE certification.
AUTO 160B: Auto Air Conditioning
Credits: 1–3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles design, construction and maintenance of automotive air conditioning systems. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and hand-held test instruments, evacuating systems, charging/recovery systems and other specialized air conditioning tools. Introduces general maintenance of a variety of different air conditioning systems.
AUTO 190B: Beginning Automotive Upholstery
Credits: 3–6; Prerequisites: None
Covers the basics of cutting, fitting and stitching for all types of seats in cars, vans, motorcycles and boats. The student will learn how to operate the sewing machine, layout patterns and repair seat frames.
AUTO 195B: Advanced Automotive Upholstery
Credits: 3–6; Prerequisites: AUTO 190B
Continues Beginning AUTO 190B. Students work with custom upholstery designs such as tuck and roll, button and pleat, etc. Includes work with convertible tops, vinyl tops and headliners.
AUTO 196B: Automotive Projects
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: consent of instructor
Permits students to pursue special projects and/or explore areas of specific interest under the direction of a college instructor.
AUTO 200B: Standard Transmissions
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automotive standard transmission. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, power tools and test equipment. Studies transmission principles and systems. Includes disassembly and overhaul of various standard automobile transmissions.
AUTO 201B: Auto Painting I
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Provides fundamental instruction of hands-on skill and knowledge in the painting and refinishing of auto bodies, including metal preparation, sanding techniques, masking and priming.
AUTO 205B: Manual Drive Trains and Axles
Credits: 3–7; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automobile ignition systems. Includes safety, use of manuals selection and use of hand tools, and hand-held test instruments. Introduces general maintenance of various systems.
AUTO 210B: Automatic Transmission & Transaxles I
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automatic transmissions used in today's automobiles. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and appropriate transmission test instruments. Introduces maintenance of a variety of different automatic transmissions.
AUTO 211B: Automatic Transmission & Transaxles II
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: AUTO 210B
Concentrates on knowledge, skills, principles, design, construction and maintenance of automatic transmissions used in today's automobiles. Amplifies competencies learned in AUTO 210B. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and appropriate transmission test instruments. Introduces general maintenance of a variety of different automatic transmissions.
AUTO 220B: Automotive Engine Performance Mechanics I
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: None
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automobile ignition systems. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, and hand-held test instruments. Introduces general maintenance of a variety of different systems.
AUTO 221B: Automotive Engine Performance II
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: AUTO 220B
Guides the student through the basic theory of automotive emissions, description of emission control, operation of the controls system, trouble shooting and repair. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools and hand-held test instruments and engine analyzers.
AUTO 222B: Automotive Computer Systems
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: AUTO 230B or consent of instructor
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automobile ignition systems and fuel systems. Studies General Motors, Ford EEC, Chrysler and foreign computer systems. Covers principles of operation, fuel managements, air management and all sensors including solenoids. Reviews basic electricity, electronic spark timing and high energy ignition systems. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, hand-held test instruments and engine analyzers.
AUTO 225B: Engine Performance I/Fuel & Ignition
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: AUTO 101B or consent of instructor
A study of engine related subsystems which include ignition, fuel, cooling, starting, and charging systems. Theory and testing of computerized engine management systems. Prepares students for ASE certification.
AUTO 227B: Engine Performance II/Emission Control
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: AUTO 225B
Automotive emission control systems. Preparation on current gas analyzers for the purpose of diagnosis and repair of specific emission devices. Prepares students for ASE certification.
AUTO 229B: Advanced Automotive Electricity
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: AUTO 111B
Continues study of material presented in AUTO 111B. Reviews and amplifies principles and theory of automotive electricity and the maintenance of automobile electrical systems. Focuses on electronic applications. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools and hand-held test instruments. Introduces testing and servicing automotive electronic components. Expands on maintenance of a variety of systems and accessories.
AUTO 230B: Advanced Engine Performance
Credits: 3; Prerequisites: AUTO 220B or consent of instructor
Introduces principles, design, construction and maintenance of automobile ignition systems and fuel systems. Includes safety, use of manuals, selection and use of hand tools, hand-held test instruments and engine analyzers. Introduces general maintenance of a variety of different systems.
AUTO 235B: Engine Performance III/Diagnostics
Credits: 4; Prerequisites: AUTO 227B
Computerized engine and fuel management control. Operational theory of automotive computers. Use of hand held diagnostic interfaces. Prepares students for ASE certification.
AUTO 293B: Work Experience I
Credits: 1–6; Prerequisites: consent of instructor
Provides the student with on-the-job supervised and educationally directed work experience.