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Automotive Technology, Specialized Diploma
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Automotive Technology program, the graduate should be able to:
- Demonstrate competent speaking, technical vocabulary, and technical writing skills when working with diverse groups, displaying the ability to work independently & collaboratively for observation, integrative, and synthetic skills.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical systems of automotive engines; automatic transmissions and transaxles; manual drive trains and axles; suspension and steering systems; braking systems; electrical and electronic systems; heating and air conditioning systems.
- Exhibit logical thinking throughout essential areas of automotive diagnostics, using published technical information to repair a vehicle while meeting the manufacturer's specifications.
- Demonstrate competence in the use of general tools and equipment.
- Apply knowledge mastered to troubleshooting and solving discipline and industry-related problems by analyzing and presenting data in an acceptable and standardized manner with proficient research and computer data-gathering skills.
Courses
First Semester
COLS101 | College Success | 1 credits |
AUTO101 | Automotive Engines | 4 credits |
AUTO103 | Automotive Brakes | 3 credits |
AUTO104 | Automotive Suspension & Alignment | 3 credits |
AUTO105 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 credits |
AUTO106 | PA Safety Inspection Certificate | 1 credits |
Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
AUTO110 | Introduction to Hybrid and Electric Vehicles | 1 credits |
AUTO121 | Automotive Air Conditioning and Heating Systems | 3 credits |
AUTO125 | Advanced Automotive Electronic Systems | 3 credits |
AUTO145 | Winter Practicum I | 2 credits |
MATH103 | Technical Mathematics | 3 credits |
AUTC225 | Chrysler Mechanical Drive Train Systems | 4 credits |
Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Total Credit Hours: 31