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Automotive Fundamentals (AF12)  Diploma

The Automotive Fundamentals Diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive service and repair profession. Learning opportunities enable students to develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Auto Fundamentals diploma that qualifies them as entry-level technicians.

Basic Skills (8 Credits)
MATH 1012

Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include fractions decimals percents ratios and proportions measurement and conversion formula manipulation technical applications and basic statistics.

 3
ENGL 1010

Emphasizes the development and improvement of written and oral communication abilities. Topics include analysis of writing, applied grammar and writing skills, editing and proofreading skills, research skills, and oral communication skills.

 3
EMPL 1000

Emphasizes human relations and professional development in today*s rapidly changing world that prepares students for living and working in a complex society. Topics include human relations skills job acquisition skills and communication job retention skills job advancement skills and professional image skills.

 2
Occupational Courses (32 Credits)
Required Courses:
COMP 1000

Introduces the fundamental concepts terminology and operations necessary to use computers. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include an introduction to computer terminology the Windows environment Internet and email word processing software spreadsheet software database software and presentation software.

 3
AUTT 1010

Introduces basic concepts and practices necessary for safe and effective automotive shop operations. Topics include: safety procedures; legal/ethical responsibilities; general service; hand tools; shop organization, management, and work flow systems.

 2
AUTT 1020

Introduces automotive electricity emphasizes the basic principles diagnosis and service/repair of batteries starting systems starting system components alternators and regulators lighting system gauges horn wiper/washer and accessories.

 7
AUTT 1030

Introduces brake systems theory and its application to automotive systems and anti-lock brake system (ABS) to include ABS components and ABS operation testing and diagnosis. Topics include: hydraulic system diagnosis and repair; drum brake diagnosis and repair; disc brake diagnosis and repair; power assist units diagnosis and repair; miscellaneous brake components (wheel bearings parking brakes electrical etc.) diagnosis and repair; test diagnose and service electronic brake control system.

 4
AUTT 1040
Prerequisite: AUTT 1020

Introduces basic engine performance systems which support and control four stroke gasoline engine operations and reduce emissions. Topics include: general engine diagnosis computerized engine controls and diagnosis ignition system diagnosis and repair fuel and air induction exhaust systems emission control systems diagnosis and repair and other related engine service.

 7
AUTT 1050

Introduces students to principles of steering suspension wheel alignment electronic steering and electronic active suspension. Topics include: general suspension and steering systems diagnosis; steering systems diagnosis and repair; suspension systems diagnosis and repair; related suspension and steering service; wheel alignment diagnosis adjustment and repair wheel and tire diagnosis and repair.

 4
AUTT 1060

Introduces the theory and operation of automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Students attain proficiency in inspection testing service and repair of heating and air conditioning systems and related components. Topics include: a/c system diagnosis and repair; refrigeration system component diagnosis and repair; heating ventilation and engine cooling systems diagnosis and repair; operating systems and related controls diagnosis and repair; refrigerant recovery recycling and handling.

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