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Diesel Course Syllabus Information

AUTO 1001 Automotive Technology I

  • Division: Business and Applied Tech
  • Department: Transportation Technology
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 3; Lecture: 2; Lab: 3
  • Clock/Hour Requirements: 75
  • Semesters Offered: TBA
  • Semester Approved: Spring 2021
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Summer 2026
  • End Semester: Fall 2026
  • Optimum Class Size: 15
  • Maximum Class Size: 20

Course Description

This course covers careers in the Automotive Industry, ASE Certification, tools, fuels and fuel systems, lubrication systems, engines, engine classification, displacement, cooling systems, belts, intake, and exhaust systems.

Justification

This introductory automotive class prepares students for more advanced automotive courses. Students are introduced to Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification.

The program advisory committee recommends this course as part of the basic automotive curriculum.

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be aware of the vast employment opportunities in the automotive repair field.
  2. Students will understand 4-stroke theory and the requirements for the proper operation of an internal combustion engine.
  3. Students will be able to use and recognize the names, sizes, and purposes of basic automotive hand tools.
  4. Students will be able to perform an engine oil service.
  5. Students will be able to perform a cooling system inspection and service.

Course Content

•Course specific safety •Careers in the Automotive Industry•ASE Certification •Tools•Engine operating principles •Engine classifications•Engine displacement •Cooling system operation and service•Lubrication system operation and service •Fuels and fuel systems•Intake systems •Exhaust systems •Basic automotive maintenance