Automotive Technology

This course is an introductory course covering the principles of the operation of the modern automobile. This course will provide practical experience in maintenance and repair at the owner operator level. Consumer awareness is emphasized.

This course prepares students with skills needed for performing oil changes, lubrication, under hood services and vehicle inspections.

This course prepares students with skills needed for doing tires rotation, repair, replacement, balancing and vehicle inspections.

This course prepares students with the skills needed to do basic Service Brake Inspection, brake pads replacement, and vehicle inspection.

This course is an exploration of automotive technologies and tools. This course will allow students to explore the basic safety requirements and tool utilization found in industry.

This course is an exploration of Advanced Transportation Technologies and tools. This course will allow students to explore the basic safety requirements and tool utilization found in industry.

This course teaches the students the skills needed to diagnose, service and repair late model engines and related systems. It focuses on all makes and models of gasoline engines with emphasis on using factory service manuals. It prepares the students to take the national A-1 Auto Engine Repair test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program that reflects industry standards.

This course covers the construction, operation, maintenance, adjustment, service and diagnostic of automatic transmissions and trans-axles. It prepares the students to take the national A-2 Automatic Transmissions and Trans-axles test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course covers the construction, operation, maintenance, adjustment, service and diagnostic of manual drive trains and axles. It prepares the students to take the national A-3 Manual Drive Trains and Axles test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course covers automotive wheel alignment theory, design, operation, power flow, suspension and steering in automotive vehicle and small truck. It prepares the students to take the national A-4 automotive suspension and steering test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course covers automotive brake theory, design, and operation of standard drum, disc and anti-lock brake systems common to most automotive vehicle and small truck. It prepares the students to take the national A-5 automotive brake test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course covers theory and components of automotive electrical systems and operation of automotive electrical. It prepares the students to take the national A-6 Automatic Electrical test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course covers automotive tools, automotive equipment, automotive refrigeration fundamentals, automotive electrical systems, automotive air distribution, automatic air conditioning, installation, maintenance, and repair of modern automotive air conditioning systems. Emphasis is based on industrial repair and maintenance. It prepares the students to take the national A-7automotive air conditioning test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course covers theory and components of automotive fuel systems and operation of automotive fuel system. It prepares the students to take the national A-8 Automotive fuel system test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course covers the theory and components of automotive diesel technology. It prepares students to take the national A-9 Automotive Diesel Technology test which is part of the (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course covers theory and components of automotive computer control system operation and testing of computer controlled oxygen feedback system. It prepares the students to take the national (ASE) Auto Service Excellence program which reflects industry standards.

This course teaches students the fundamentals of diesel engine operation, service and repair of late model engines and related systems. It focuses on all makes and models of diesel generators engines with emphasis on using factory service manuals. It prepares students for entry level positions in the industry.

This course teaches students the skills needed to diagnose, service and maintain late model portable and stationary generators. It focuses on all makes and models of diesel engines with emphasis on using factory service manuals. It prepares students for entry level positions in the industry.

This course provides a broad introduction to Hybrid, Fuel Cell, and Electric Vehicles. Discover how emerging vehicle technologies are finding solutions for existing fossil fueled engines. Examine existing vehicle technologies and peek into future technologies.

Alternative fueled vehicles are extensively used in fleet service. This course covers the theory of operation, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of gaseous fuels with a focus on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and an introduction to Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG). This course discusses both dedicated and after-market systems. Gasoline and diesel powered vehicles are discussed with an emphasis on computer-controlled fuel injection. Components are heavily discussed in this course to include everything from storage up to the injector(s). Successful completion of this course will prepare students for the CNG Inspector's Certification.

This course focuses on light-duty passenger electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles(EV and HVs). It provides a practical introduction to advanced EV/HV designs and propulsion systems. The course includes EV/HV design and construction; the testing, assembly, operation, and maintenance of EV/HV's; the influence of aerodynamic design; advanced technology batteries, super-capacitors, intelligent charging systems; hydrogen fuel cell technology, and alternative EV/HV drive systems. Successful completion of this course will prepare students for the ASE L3 (Light Duty Hybrid/EV Vehicle Specialist Certification).

This course focuses on light-duty passenger with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) applications. It provides a practical introduction to CNG and propulsion systems. The course includes: CNG design and construction; the testing, assembly, operation, and maintenance of CNG vehicles; the influence of aerodynamic design; slow fill and fast fill systems; cylinder design and construction, and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) systems. Successful completion of this course will prepare students for the ASE F1 (Light Vehicle Compressed Natural Gas Specialist Certification).

Light Duty Electric Vehicle (EV) Powertrain Diagnostics involves extensive in-depth analysis for each EV component. Students will develop diagnostic strategies and perform repairs on specific components. This course covers the EV components of the Hybrid propulsion systems.

This course focuses on heavy-duty passenger with Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) applications used in transit and port vehicles. It provides a practical introduction to CNG and propulsion systems featuring the ISL-G Cummins 8.9L engine. The course includes: CNG design and construction; the testing, assembly, operation, and maintenance of CNG vehicles; the influence of aerodynamic design; slow fill and fast fill systems; cylinder design and construction, and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) systems. Successful completion of this course will prepare students for the ASE F1 (Light Vehicle Compressed Natural Gas Specialist Certification).