Automotive Technology
112 Basic Shop Principles and Practices (3)
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instruction in the principles involved in the use and care of automotive hand tools and measuring instruments, theory, identification, and application of automotive fasteners. Principles, application and practice for the tools used in the automotive industry is covered.
113A Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Theory, Inspection & Repair (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instruction in the construction, function and testing of the automatic transmission and transaxle. Emphasis is placed on safety on safety power train, torque converter, hydraulic fundamentals and controls, fluid and seal, planetary systems, and electronic shift controls as well as diagnosis.
113B Manual Drive Train & Axles Theory, Inspection & Repair (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instruction in the principles of manual transmission and axles, including gears, gear reduction, ratios, gear combinations, bearing and type of clutches. Laboratory instruction is offered in the repair and servicing of clutches, standard transmission and differentials.
114A Suspension & Steering Theory, Inspection & Repair (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instructions in the principles involved in steering, suspension, wheel alignment, wheel balancing, hydraulic and power brakes. This course also covers related sciences such as physics and mathematics applied to steering, suspension, principles. In conjunction, this course covers instruction in disassembly, inspection, reassembly and adjustment of suspension and steering systems.
114B Brake System Theory, Inspection & Repair (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instruction in the principles of the modern automobile braking system, including the hydraulic system, drum brake systems, disc brake system, power assist systems, and the antilock systems. This course also covers related sciences such as physics and mathematics applied to the braking system.
121 Engine Theory, Inspection and Repair (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instruction in the types, of operating principles and performance characteristics of automotive engines. Applied mathematics and related physics are emphasized throughout the course. Students will disassemble and assemble a complete engine and apply related theory to factory procedures.
122 Electrical/Electronic Systems Theory, Inspection & Repair (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instruction in basic electrical components and systems. Laboratory practices on testing, servicing and diagnosing of electrical components and systems, are performed by the students.
123 Fuel & Emissions Systems Theory, Inspection & Repair (3) CSU
Prerequisite: Auto and Related Technology 121, 122
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instruction in engine performance, diagnosis and repair. Emphasis is placed on ignition, fuel, and emission systems. Instruction and demonstrations are given in related technologies of automotive fuels, carburetors, fuel injection, computer controls, ignition, induction and scavenging systems. Using laboratory engines, and related components, the student is provided the opportunity to achieve minimum degree of competence in diagnostics and repair in these areas. The proper use of test equipment and automotive comprehension are stressed in this course. Additionally, proper work ethics, rules and regulations (State and Federal) are presented in the relation of importance to overall customer relations and community responsibility.
135 Automotive Control and Fuel Injection (3) CSU
Prerequisite: Auto and Related Technology 122, 123
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6
This course offers instruction in Automotive Computer Control and Fuel Injection Systems. Emphasis is placed on computer control electronic and fuel systems construction, function and testing.
130 Automotive Theory and Repair I - Section A (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers advanced instruction in review of engines, engine theory and diagnosis, engine diagnostic equipment. Actual diagnosis and repair of engine components, clutches, flywheels and standard transmissions clutches, flywheel and standard transmissions.
131 Automotive Theory and Repair II - Section B (3)
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
Theory and practice is given on emission control and engine performance. Introduction to the technician certification program is stressed.
140 Automotive Theory and Repair III (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
Classroom lecture is offered in the areas of brakes, front suspension, batteries and starting systems, with emphasis on diagnosis and repair procedures. Shop practice is offered in most areas of automotive repairs: engine, transmissions, tune up, brakes, suspension, steering, and automotive accessories, and various other repairs using available vehicles.
141 Automotive Theory and Repair IV (3) CSU
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
Classroom lecture is offered in the areas of the use of electrical diagnostic equipment, interpretation of wiring diagrams, engine computer controls and charging systems. Shop practice is offered in most areas of Automotive accessories, and various other repairs using available vehicles.
100 Heating & Air Conditioning Systems Theory, Inspection & Repair (3)
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course offers instruction in heating & air conditioning systems. Instruction covers the components function, testing of heater controls, heater cores, air conditioning theory & testing & repairs of compressors, clutch & controls. This class conforms to NATEF standards. Emphasis is placed on the necessary comprehension for student to successfully pass the ASE A/C examination. Minimum demonstration & application of the task will complete the student's satisfactory performance.
136 Automotive Emission Control Systems (3)
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
This course if designed to upgrade the knowledge of students who are currently employed in the Automotive field. I will prepare students to take the Alternative Test for the State of California Bureau of Automotive Repair: These are the alternative to the ASE A6, A8, and L1 test. Materials and content comply with B.A.R. requirements. This is not to be considered and entry level class.
144 California State Bureau of Automotive Repair Clean Air Car Course (3) RPT2
Lecture, 1 hour; Laboratory, 6 hours
The course is designed to upgrade knowledge of the students who are currently employed in the automotive field. This course also prepares students for employment and licensing in the California State Smog Check Program and prepared them for the California State Smog License Examination. Materials and content comply with Bureau requirements.