Course designed to expose the student to back office operations, policy, procedures, and protocol.

A course designed to introduce the field of Automotive Service. Topics include auto service careers, shop safety, fuels, lubricants, fasteners, tools and equipment. An introduction to the major automobile systems and instruction in minor service procedures are provided.

A course designed to teach the principles and procedures necessary to completely rebuild an automotive engine and to provide the practical experience in the engine diagnosis, removal, disassembly, rebuilding, and dynamic check out. Topics include engine diagnosis; engine removal; engine disassembly; engine rebuilding; piston, pin and rod service; engine assembly; engine installation; valve adjustment; tune ups; and road test procedures. Special emphasis will be given to safety procedures and the specific tools, fasteners, and equipment to be used.

A course designed to teach the fundamental principles of electronics and to introduce the application of electronics in the modern automobile.

A course designed to teach the principles and operations of the basic electrical systems found in automotive equipment and to provide practical experience in the service and repair of or adjustment to these systems. Topics include batteries, starters, alternators, regulators, ignition systems, chassis electrical circuits, and electrical accessory circuits. Special emphasis will be given to safety procedures and the specific tools and equipment to be used.

This course will study the principles and procedures involved in operation of an automotive service facility as a service consultant. Communication both in terms of customer relations and internal relations with service facility is discussed. In addition, computerized databases, written communication with respect to estimates, repair orders, and invoices is covered as well as communication with customers by telephone. Service/Maintenance intervals, warranty, service contracts, service bulletins, and campaign recalls relative to the vehicle identified is explained. Sales skills relative to service needs and shop operations relative to efficient workflow and industry procedures are presented. This course is intended for individuals that have either completed an Automotive Program at an accredited college or are working as a technician in a dealership. Approval by the Associate Dean of Automotive Technology is required.

A course designed to teach the principles, operations, diagnosis and repair of automatic transmissions and transaxles. Special emphasis will be given to safety procedures and the specific tools and instruments used.

A course designed to teach the principles, operations, diagnosis and repair of manual transmissions and transaxles, drive shafts, axles, clutches and four-wheel drive systems. Special emphasis will be given to safety and the specific tools and instruments to be used.

A course designed to teach the principles of steering systems, suspension systems, and wheel alignment and to provide practical experience in repairing automobile suspension and steering systems, aligning front ends and balancing tires including reprogramming (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems after tire replacement or tire suspension systems, suspension angle and lines, wheel alignment, standard steering gears, power and electronic steering systems and frames. Special emphasis will be given to safety procedures, and the specific Electronic Scan tools, Internet data bases and Computerized instruments to be used In conjunction with manufacturer specific software updates and reprogramming after repairs are made.

A course to teach the principles and operations of brake systems including disc systems, split systems, hydraulic cylinders, valving systems, traction control systems, and to provide practical experience in the repair of these systems. Topics include basic brake theory, drum brake systems, split systems, disc brake systems, hydraulic cylinders, machining and measuring techniques, power boosters, and road tests procedures. Special emphasis will be given to safety procedures and specific tools and equipment to be used.

A course designed to teach the principles and operations of automotive heating systems, air conditioning systems and accessories, to provide practical experience in testing, analyzing, installing and repairing heating systems, air conditioning systems, air conditioning tools and equipment, lines, fittings, and valves, operational checks and adjustment, minor repairs, and the special tools and instruments to be used.

A course designed to teach the latest in computer engine controls, electronic fuel injection systems, emission controls and electronic instrumentation systems. This course includes theory of operation and construction, troubleshooting and repair.

A course designed to teach the principles and procedures of engine tune up and repair, and emission control systems.

On the job training at an automobile dealership. Each of the eight week apprentice work experiences will cover one term and includes a work week from 32-40 hours in a supervised program at the dealership.

On the job training at an automobile dealership. Each of the eight week apprentice work experiences will cover one term and includes a work week from 32 to 40 hours in a supervised program at the dealership.