AUTO 340 - Analyzing Vehicle Electrical/Electronic Systems This course provides the Automotive Technology student with a detailed practical application of Electrical and Electronic Systems of the Modern Automobile. This is a practical study of computerized vehicle controls and diagnostic strategies as it pertains to the function, operation, and vehicle on-board diagnostic and communication systems of the engine, powertrain, brakes, suspension, safety, convenience, and emission control systems. Topics include emerging technologies, such as modern instrumentation, navigation, and telematics, and the use of vehicle network configuration systems used by late-model automotive manufacturers. Emphasis will be placed upon the design of system parts, components, subsystems, and their operational characteristics, including programmed microprocessors, micro-controllers, and computer-language protocol. Current Industry-approved diagnostic, troubleshooting, and reprogramming techniques and relevant case studies will be discussed and demonstrated throughout the course. The overall goal of this course is for the student to apply and demonstrate knowledge and skills that will enable them to advance their employment in the Vehicle After-Sales Field Operations Management spectrum. |
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AUTO 360 - Analyzing Vehicle Fuels, Lubricants, and Combustion This course provides the Automotive Technology student with a detailed practical application of Fuels, Lubricants, and Combustion of the Modern Automobile. This is a realistic study of the physical and chemical properties of fuels, lubricants, and combustion, including diagnostic strategies as it pertains to the function, operation, and every-day use of the systems and sub-systems of the automotive internal combustion engine and related powertrain components. Topics include emerging technologies, such as modern fuel and lubricant requirements and how they affect combustion, emissions, and maintenance schedules used by late-model automotive manufacturers. Emphasis will be placed upon the design of system parts, components, subsystems, and their operational characteristics, including failure analysis. Current Industry-approved diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques and relevant case studies will be discussed and demonstrated throughout the course. The overall goal of this course is for the student to apply and demonstrate knowledge and skills that will enable them to advance their employment in the Vehicle After-Sales Field Operations Management spectrum. |
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AUTO 400 - Analyzing Vehicle Stability, Dynamics, and NVH This course provides the Automotive Technology student with a detailed practical application of Stability, Dynamics, and Noise-Vibration-Harshness (NVH) of the Modern Automobile. This is a practical study of the systems that provide vehicle operation safety, including diagnostic strategies as it pertains to the function, operation, and every-day use of the automotive tires, brakes, steering, and suspension systems. Topics include emerging technologies, such as modern antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability assist, electronic power steering, active suspension, and tire construction and pressure monitoring systems used by late-model automotive manufacturers. Emphasis will be placed upon the design of system parts, components, subsystems, and their operational characteristics, including techniques in reducing NVH. Current Industry-approved diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques and relevant case studies will be discussed and demonstrated throughout the course. The overall goal of this course is for the student to apply and demonstrate knowledge and skills that will enable them to advance their employment in the Vehicle After- Sales Field Operations Management spectrum. |
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AUTO 420 - Analyzing Dynamic Functions of Vehicle Drivetrain Systems This course provides the Automotive Technology student with a detailed practical application of Electro-Mechanical and Hydraulic Functions of Transmission and Drivetrain Systems of the Modern Automobile. This is a practical study of the systems that provide vehicle mobility, including diagnostic strategies as it pertains to the function, operation, and every-day use of the automotive transmission, differential, and drive axle systems. Topics include emerging technologies, such as modern dual-clutch transmissions, continuously-variable transmissions, real-time gear shifting mechanisms and controls, torque convertor and convertor clutch designs, torque-management strategies, and innovative designs of gears, bearings, seals, and friction materials used by late-model automotive manufacturers. Emphasis will be placed upon the design of system parts, components, subsystems, and their operational characteristics, including techniques in reducing Noise-Vibration-Harshness (NVH). Current Industry-approved diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques and relevant case studies will be discussed and demonstrated throughout the course. The overall goal of this course is for the student to apply and demonstrate knowledge and skills that will enable them to advance their employment in the Vehicle After-Sales Field Operations Management spectrum.
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AUTO 440 - Analyzing Vehicle Safety, Comfort, and Security Systems This course provides the Automotive Technology student with a detailed practical application of Vehicle Occupant Protection, Comfort, and Security Systems of the Modern Automobile. This is a practical study of the systems that provide integrated vehicle and driving protection against hazardous and inadvertent situations, as well as occupant amenities, including diagnostic strategies as it pertains to the function, operation, and every-day use of active/passive safety, comfort, and convenience systems. Topics include emerging technologies, such as modern airbag systems, accident avoidance and pre-crash/post-crash mitigation of injuries, vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) infrastructure technology, and innovative driver assistance, infotainment, and occupant contentment and security systems used by late-model automotive manufacturers. Emphasis will be placed upon the design of system parts, components, subsystems, and their operational characteristics, including techniques in reducing vehicle crashes and improving occupant/pedestrian protection. Current Industry-approved diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques and relevant case studies will be discussed and demonstrated throughout the course. The overall goal of this course is for the student to apply and demonstrate knowledge and skills that will enable them to advance their employment in the Vehicle After-Sales Field Operations Management spectrum. |
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