12/5/2024 9:38:23 PM	AUTO 80 Course Outline as of Spring 2021	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  AUTO 80	Title:  INTRO AUTOMOTIVE TECH
Full Title:  Introduction to Automotive Technology
Last Reviewed:2/24/2020

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	3.00	Lecture Scheduled	2.00		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	35.00
Minimum	3.00	Lab Scheduled	3.00		8 min.	Lab Scheduled	52.50
		Contact DHR	0			Contact DHR	0
		Contact Total	5.00			Contact Total	87.50
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  70.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 157.50

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:  00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
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Catalog Description:

Introduction to theory of operation, routine maintenance, technical vocabulary, components, systems, use of basic tools and safety procedures relating to the automobile and the automotive repair technician. Workplace skills covered will include the basic maintenance and repair of the automobile and its systems for the entry level auto maintenance technician.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:

Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 or equivalent

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

Introduction to theory of operation, routine maintenance, technical vocabulary, components, systems, use of basic tools and safety procedures relating to the automobile and the automotive repair technician. Workplace skills covered will include the basic maintenance and repair of the automobile and its systems for the entry level auto maintenance technician.

(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 or equivalent
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2014	Inactive:
UC Transfer:		Effective:		Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Both Certificate and Major Applicable

COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Demonstrate the correct use of basic tools and safety procedures utilized by an automotive repair technician.

2. Apply with proficiency the basic maintenance procedures and repair operations of the automobile and its systems.

 

Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Apply safety standards and practices in an auto shop environment.

2. State the theory behind the operation of all of the basic systems on an automobile.

3. Describe and identify the components used in those systems.

4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the basic operation of all major automobile systems.

5. Describe the environmental issues involved with automotive repair and apply appropriate

    procedures concerning disposal of hazardous material from the automobile when

    repairing or disposing of the vehicle.

6. Identify and properly use and care for tools and equipment.

7. Identify metric and standard tool sizes and purposes

8. Discuss the automotive industry and identify related employment opportunities.

Topics and Scope

I. Automotive Background and Overview

    A. Careers in the Automotive Service Industry

    B. Starting a Career in the Automotive Industry

    C. Working as a Professional Service Technician

    D. Technician Certification

II. Shop Fundamentals

    A. Shop Safety

    B. Environmental and Hazardous Materials

    C. Fasteners and Thread Repair

    D. Hand Tools

    E. Power Tools and Shop Equipment

    F. Measuring Systems and Tools - English and Metric

    G. Service Information

III. Engine Fundamentals

    A. Vehicle Identification and Emission Ratings

    B. Gasoline Engine Operation

    C. Diesel Engine Operation

    D. Engine Lubrication and Cooling Systems

    E. Under-Hood Inspection

    F. Vehicle Lifting and Hoisting

    G. Lube-Oil and Filter Service

IV. Electrical Fundamentals

     A. Electrical Circuits

    B. Circuit Testers and Digital Meters

    C. Starting and Charging Systems

V. Electronic Accessories

    A. Dash Warning Lights and Driver Information Systems

    B. Lighting Systems

    C. Safety Belts and Airbag Systems

    D. Heating and Air Conditioning Systems

VI. Electronics, Performance and Emissions

    A. Gasoline and Alternative Fuels

    B. Computers and Sensors

    C. Ignition System

    D. Fuel-Injection Systems

    E. Emission Control Devices

    F. Hybrid Electric Vehicles

    G. Scan Tools and Diagnostic Procedures

VII. Brakes and Inspection

    A. Tires and Wheels

    B. Brakes and Antilock Braking Systems

    C. Suspension and Steering Systems

VIII. Drive Line

    A. Manual Transmissions/Transaxles

    B. Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles

 

All topics are covered in the lecture and lab portions of the course.

Assignments:

Lecture-Related Assignments:

1. Reading, approximately 10 - 25 pages per week

2. Worksheets from reading assignments

3. Notebook with handouts and class notes

4. Tests and final exam

 

Lab-Related Assignments:

1. Lab assignments with worksheets

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 0 - 5%
Notebook
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 5 - 10%
Worksheets from reading assignments
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 10 - 15%
Lab assignments with worksheets
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 70 - 75%
Tests and final exam
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 0 - 5%
Participation

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Fundamentals of Automotive Technology. 2nd ed. VanGelder, Kirk. Jones and Bartlett. 2018

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