AUT: Automotive Technology

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AUT-106 Introduction to Automotive Technology

2 credits—This introductory course provides an introduction to the many facets of the automotive industry to include: careers in the automotive industry, environmental concerns affecting the automotive industry, basic automotive hand tools, specialty tools, precision measuring tools, power tools and shop equipment, using service and shop manuals, and shop safety.

Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 32

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $498.00

AUT-109 Introduction to Automotive Technology II

2 credits—This course includes the use of hand and power tools, the understanding of electronic repair information and the importance of preventative maintenance.

Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 32

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $498.00

AUT-164 Automotive Engine Repair

4 credits—Basic theory of two-cycle and four-cycle gasoline engines and their application will be introduced. Disassembly, inspection and reassembly of an engine will be experienced as well as cooling, lubrication, induction, exhaust, compression and valve systems discussed. Students will develop competencies in precision measuring and services procedures.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $966.00

AUT-204 Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles

4 credits—This course covers the advanced study of automatic transmission theory and service. The student will review basic automatic transmission theory. The student will study diagnosis, disassembly, inspection, and assembly of different types of automatic transmissions and trans-axles.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

AUT-307 Automotive Manual Transmissions and Transaxles

4 credits—A comprehensive study of the Manual Transmissions/Transaxle components and their relationship to the application of power to the drive wheels of vehicles.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $966.00

AUT-315 Automotive Differentials and 4-Wheel Drive

4 credits—A comprehensive study of Differentials and Transfer Cases and their relationship to the application of power to the drive wheels of vehicles.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

AUT-404 Automotive Suspension and Steering

4 credits—Steering and suspension system operation and service procedures are covered. Emphasis is on diagnosis and repair procedures.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $966.00

AUT-504 Automotive Brake Systems

4 credits—Instruction in the theory and operating principles of drum, disc, hydraulic, and anti-lock brake systems. Laboratory procedures for inspecting, testing, diagnosing, repairing, and/or replacing conventional, power brake system components.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

AUT-537 Automotive Advanced Brake Systems

4 credits—This course explains antilock brake systems. It also covers the diagnosis and repair of this system, as well as traction and stability control.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

AUT-610 Automotive Electrical I

4 credits—This introductory course covers basic electronic theory and utilization of electrical measuring instruments. Emphasis will be placed on the application of Ohm’s Law and the proper utilization of electronic test equipment including practice with equipment and circuits.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

AUT-631 Automotive Electronics

4 credits—This course includes the theory of automotive electronics, communication of automotive electronics and repair of electronic systems.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $1,066.00

AUT-643 Auto Starting, Charging, and Electrical

4 credits—This course includes automotive electrical theory, electrical components, component operation, testing and repair procedures for automotive charging, starting and electrical systems.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $1,366.00

AUT-704 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning

4 credits—This course will provide instruction in the theory of operation of auto air conditioning and heating systems. Students will learn how to diagnose and service auto air conditioning systems and heating systems.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $996.00

AUT-827 Automotive Ignition Systems

4 credits—Operation, diagnosis, and repair procedures used to service the modern automotive ignition system.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in AUT-842.

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

AUT-834 Automotive Fuel Systems

4 credits—This course will provide the instruction to introduce the student to basic fuel system principles. Students will study theory and will gain hands-on experience by cleaning, repairing, and adjusting automotive fuel systems.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $966.00

AUT-842 Automotive Computerized Engine Controls

4 credits—This course builds upon the knowledge and skills learned in previous automotive courses to prepare the student to service On-Board Diagnosis 2 computer-controlled vehicles. The theory and operating principles of automotive computers, sensors and control devices will be emphasized. Lab instruction on late model cars will be included.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

AUT-886 Comprehensive Application

4 credits—Students are presented with diagnostic problems and repair projects. Competencies attained in prior classes are emphasized.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of D- in AUT-106, AUT-109, AUT-164, AUT-610, AUT-504, AUT-643, and AUT-307.

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $981.00