AUTOMOTIVE

AUT 111 Automotive Engines I (4 cr.)
Presents analysis of power, cylinder condition, valves and bearings in the automotive engine to establish the present condition, repairs or adjustments. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 112 Automotive Engines II (3 cr.)
Continues study of the analysis of power, cylinder condition, and valves and bearings in the automotive engine to establish the present condition, repairs, or adjustments. Prerequisite: AUT 111. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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AUT 126 Auto Fuel and Ignition Systems (5 cr.)
Studies automobile ignition and fuel systems and their functions in operation of the engine. Includes carburetors, fuel pumps, ignition systems, troubleshooting, engine testing and adjustment, and tune-up. Prerequisites: AUT 242. Lecture 4 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 7 hours per week.
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AUT 130 Introduction to Auto Mechanics (2 cr.)
Introduces auto mechanics, including auto shop safety and tool identification and use. Explains automobile system theory and function. Stresses quality work practices and job opportunities. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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AUT 136 Automotive Vehicle Inspection (2 cr.)
Presents information on methods for performing automotive vehicle safety inspection. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
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AUT 141 Auto Power Trains I (4 cr.)
Presents operation, design, construction and repair of power train components, standard and automatic transmission. Includes clutches, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle assemblies, fluid couplings, torque converters, as well as 2-, 3-, and 4- speed standard, overdrive and automatic transmissions. Part I of II. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 142 Auto Power Trains II (4 cr.)
Presents operation, design, construction and repair of power train components, standard and automatic transmission. Includes clutches, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle assemblies, fluid couplings, torque converters, as well as 2-, 3-, and 4- speed standard, overdrive and automatic transmissions. Part II of II. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 150 Introduction to the Automotive Diesel Engine (3 cr.)
Studies the modern automotive diesel engine including its construction, fuel system, lubrication, cooling, induction, exhaust systems, maintenance, minor adjustment and repair, and tune-up procedures. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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AUT 156 Small Gasoline Engines (2 cr.)
Studies small gasoline engine operating principles, construction, design, variety, and their many purposes. Gives instruction on two-cycle and four-cycle small gas engines, their construction, design, fuel system, ignition system, and lubricating systems. Demonstrates disassembly, reconditioning, overhaul and reassembly in the lab. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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AUT 165 Auto Diagnosis and Tune-Up (2 cr.)
Presents the techniques for diagnosis of malfunctions in systems of the automobile. Uses dynamometers, oscilloscopes and other specialized diagnostic and testing equipment. Demonstrates tune-up of conventional and rotary engines. Prerequisites: AUT 126. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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AUT 193 Studies in Automotive: Advanced Automotive Technology (3 cr.)
Introduces advanced automotive technologies, including hybrid electric vehicle systems, alternative fueled vehicle systems, and advanced automotive electronics. Teaches theory, function and operation of each hybrid vehicle system and provides students an opportunity to perform diagnostic procedures an maintenance. Prerequisite: approval of Automotive Technology faculty. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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AUT 197 Cooperative Education in Automotive (2 cr.)
Develops on-the-job training for automotive technology students. Laboratory 10 hours per week.
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AUT 199 Automotive Systems (2 cr.)
Introduces fundamental systems of the automobile, the engine fuel, exhaust, electric, ignition, lubrication, cooling, transmission, steering, brake and suspension systems.  Teaches theory and function of each system.  Demonstrates operation.  Lecture 2 hours per week.
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AUT 236 Automotive Climate Control (4 cr.)
Introduces principles of refrigeration, air conditioning controls, and adjustment and general servicing of automotive air conditioning systems. Prerequisites: AUT 241. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 241 Automotive Electricity I (3 cr.)
Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments and gauges and accessories. Part I of II. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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AUT 242 Automotive Electricity II (3 cr.)
Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments and gauges and accessories. Prerequisite for AUT 242: AUT 241. Part II of II. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
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AUT 245 Automotive Electronics (4 cr.)
Introduces the field of electronics as it applies to the modern automobile. Emphasizes basic circuit operation, diagnosis and repair of digital indicator and warning systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 267 Automotive Suspension and Braking Systems (4 cr.)
Presents the operation, design, construction, repair and servicing of braking and suspension systems. Explains use of tools and test equipment, evaluation of test results, estimation of repair cost, front and rear suspension alignment, power and standard steering, and power, standard and disc brakes. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 268 Automotive Alignment (2 cr.)
Studies use of alignment equipment in diagnosing, adjusting, and repairing suspension problems. Prerequisite: AUT 267. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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AUT 275 Shop Management (3 cr.)
Studies shop layout, personnel management, cost analysis, record keeping and quality control. Discusses shop manager, service salesman, and service writer’s roles in customer relations. Lecture 3 hours per week.
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AUT 293 Advanced Automotive Technology Electric Vehicles (4 cr.)
Introduces advanced automotive technologies including electric vehicle systems and advanced automotive electronics. Provides students an opportunity perform diagnostic procedures and maintenance of Electric Vehicle Systems. Teaches theory and function of reach system. Demonstrates operation. Prerequisites: AUT 241, 242, and 245. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
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AUT 297 Cooperative Education in Automotive (2 cr.)
Develops on-the-job training for automotive technology students. Laboratory 10 hours per week.
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