Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This introductory course is designed to provide students with the fundamentals of the engine and its subsystems of the 21st century automobile. Students learn basic automotive tool and equipment use and how to safely perform basic repair and maintenance operations. Students also have the opportunity to perform minor repair work on their own vehicles to complete required tasks. This course is required for the General Service Technician Certificate of Achievement. It is designed to be a companion course to AUTO 103 and AUTO 106, and is one of the three prerequisite courses for AUTO 107. Students are encouraged to complete all three courses in order to obtain a firm foundation in this subject.

Prerequisite: AUTO 101
Transfers to: CSU

This course provides occupational preparation by teaching the skills required for the adjustment and repair of the 21st century automobile engine's upper end and valve train assembly. Emphasis is placed on problem diagnosis, repair techniques, service procedures, and machining operations. This course prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) A-1 exam and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the Division of Career and Technical Education (CTE) may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards.

Prerequisite: AUTO 101
Advisory: AUTO 160
Transfers to: CSU

This course provides occupational preparation by teaching the skills required for the adjustment and repair of the 21st century automobile's engine lower end assembly. Emphasis is placed on problem diagnosis, repair techniques, service procedures, and machining operations. This course prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) A-1 exam and is intended for automotive majors. Students with permission from the Division of Career and Technical Education (CTE) may re-enroll only one time for certification or licensure standards.

Advisory:AUTO 160 or AUTO 170
Transfers to: CSU

This advanced course is intended for students interested in engine blueprinting and engine machining practices. Topics include cylinder block machining and preparation, cylinder head machining and repair, crankshaft materials and construction, connecting rod applications and machining, piston design and applications, and camshaft lobe applications and profile analysis. Students must be proficient with basic precision instruments or have prior experience with engine machining or assembly practices to be successful in the course. Emphasis is placed on engine blueprinting methods, machining operations, and component applications.