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Automotive Technology with AUDI Education Partnership — Columbia
AT105LDAU — Lower Division Certificate Program
CIP Code: 47.0604
SOC Code: 49-3023
Day and Afternoon Programs
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 59.0 |
|---|---|
| Instructional Hours | 720 |
Program Objective
Provide the graduate with the entry-level knowledge and skills required to correctly test, diagnose, replace, repair and adjust as necessary the components of the mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and accessories systems on current automobiles. Upon completion of this program, the graduates will be qualified for entry into the automotive service career field as a technician capable of analysis, problem solving, performing most common service operations and under supervision, more specialized or involved tasks with a dealer, independent shop or other service outlet. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.
Courses
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Lecture Hours 58 Lab / Shop Hours 62 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C must proceed all technical courses.
Course Description
The overall goal of this course is to facilitate a smooth transition to school by engaging the student in curriculum focusing on academic, career, and life skills. Students will make connections with key personnel within the school that will assist with their questions and provide guidance throughout their education. The student will be introduced to automotive systems, industry certifications, and job opportunities. Students will learn essential skills for the vehicle technician including safety, equipment fundamentals, and the proper use of measurement tools such as dial indicators, micrometers, and calipers. The automotive content will be balanced by an emphasis on skills that will enable students to be successful in school and in life. These skills will include time management, financial management, goal setting, learning strategies, career planning, and critical thinking strategies.
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Lecture Hours 38 Lab / Shop Hours 82 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C
Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with a detailed study of the modern internal combustion gasoline engine from the basic principles of design and operation to inspection, precision measurement, fitting, and reconditioning, including cooling systems, coolants, lubricating systems, and engine lubricants. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose various engine concerns through visual and auditory inspection. Students will learn how to disassemble, measure, troubleshoot, service, and reassemble a gasoline powered internal combustion engine.
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Lecture Hours 0 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 0 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C Course Description
This course is designed to provide comprehensive coverage of late model gasoline fuel systems from the properties of gasoline to the by-products of combustion, including fuel supply and air induction systems, related emissions controls, and the principles of turbocharging. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting, replacement, overhaul, and adjustment of fuel injection systems, including computer control models. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to use diagnostic scan tools to retrieve emission control trouble codes and determine necessary repairs. Students will learn how to diagnose no-start/no-fuel problems on hot and cold engines. Students will learn how to operate exhaust gas analysis equipment and determine necessary action.
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Lecture Hours 48 Lab / Shop Hours 72 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C
Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with practical theory in basic and solid state circuitry, including body electrical systems, operation and service of automotive storage batteries, automobile charging systems, starting systems, and lighting systems. Students will evaluate components using both conventional and electronic diagnostic equipment. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose basic electrical, charging, starting, and lighting circuits through the use of diagnostic equipment to include test lights, multimeters, and continuity testers.
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Lecture Hours 0 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 0 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102C, AT102C, AT103C Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge of conventional and computerized engine control systems and scientific engine testing and tune-up. Students will receive detailed instruction on operating principles, testing, replacement and repair of the ignition systems. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose mechanical and electrical engine and control systems and determine needed action. Students will learn how to use diagnostic scan tools to retrieve engine, body, and other computerized control module trouble codes to determine condition, status, and determine needed action.
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Lecture Hours 0 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 0 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive coverage of drive train components, including theory, operating principles, service, and repair techniques of the clutch, differential and rear axles. Gearing, levers, hydraulics, component design, troubleshooting, replacement, disassembly, repair, service techniques, and assembly are emphasized. Manual and 4X4 transfer gear boxes, drive-shafts, U-joints, front and rear differentials, and manual transaxles are featured. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose, inspect, remove and replace a clutch. Students will learn how to diagnose, clean, inspect, disassemble, and reassemble a transmission/transaxle. Students will learn how to diagnose, inspect, remove, replace, and service front wheel-drive components and rear-wheel drive components.
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Lecture Hours 0 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 0 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C Course Description
This course has been developed to provide the student with knowledge and skills needed to successfully diagnose and make needed repairs to automatic transmissions and transaxles. Emphasis is placed on power-flow, operation, design, servicing equipment, troubleshooting, disassembly, inspection, replacement, assembly, testing, and adjustment. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to perform necessary diagnostic tests using special equipment including scan tools to retrieve transmission/transaxle related trouble codes. Students will learn how to perform necessary service, repairs, and adjustments to automatic transmissions and transaxles.
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Lecture Hours 48 Lab / Shop Hours 72 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C
Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with theory and application of automobile air conditioning and heating systems. Students will also be presented with the operation of various automobile accessories to include: power windows, door locks, and seats, and air bag operation and service. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose abnormal operation of air conditioning and heating systems, remove and replace air conditioning and heating system components, and evacuate and recharge automobile air conditioning systems.
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Lecture Hours 0 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 0 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102C, AT103C Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with a more in-depth knowledge of electrical and electronic principles, and advanced circuit applications. Students will learn about automobile computerized control systems as they apply to engine and body control as well as transmission, suspension, braking systems, and other computerized systems. Computer operation, sensors, and actuators are emphasized. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose automotive electrical and electronic circuits using a variety of diagnostic equipment to include digital volt-ohm meters, continuity testers, test lights, graphing multimeters, and oscilloscopes. Students will learn how to use diagnostic scan tools to retrieve trouble codes from vehicle computers and determine necessary repairs.
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Lecture Hours 38 Lab / Shop Hours 82 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C
Course Description
This course is designed to provide comprehensive coverage of design, operating principles, maintenance and service of the automotive brake systems and traction control. Emphasis is placed on diagnosis and service of rotors and drums with measuring and resurfacing included. Anti-lock braking is covered from operating principles through diagnosis and service. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose mechanical and hydraulic problems within the vehicle braking systems. Students will learn how to diagnose computer control problems within the anti-lock and traction control systems
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Lecture Hours 34 Lab / Shop Hours 86 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 4.0 Prerequisites IN102C
Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with detailed instruction of the design and operating principles, maintenance and service of automobile suspension and steering systems including steering geometry and alignment angles. Emphasis is placed on wheel alignment procedures, including computerized four-wheel alignment. Service and diagnostics are stressed including McPherson struts, rack and pinion steering systems, and tire design and applications. New technologies are covered to incorporate electronic steering, and in-depth coverage of computerized suspension systems. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose, inspect, and service steering system components using industry standard equipment. Students will learn how to diagnose inspect, remove and replace rear-wheel and front-wheel drive suspension component. Students will learn how to perform alignments on front and rear wheel drive vehicles.
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Lecture Hours 0 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 0 Total Credits 3.0 Prerequisites IN102C Course Description
This course is designed to provide the students with exposure to an actual shops environment, procedures, and protocol by applying prominent skills obtained in previous courses. Emphasis is placed on the removal and replacement of both engines and transaxles. Methods of securing future employment and the preparation of resumes are highlighted. Knowledge testing and skills application are highlighted among the topics. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems.
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Lecture Hours 0 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 0 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102C through AT211C
Course Description
Introduction to Audi products and systems; Students will become familiar with the Audi vehicle series and consumer features. Students will be able to operate and explain these features to the customer. Students will be able to conduct a Pre Delivery Inspection, identify concerns and make corrections prior to vehicle delivery. Students will understand and perform standard vehicle maintenance which includes general vehicle maintenance, proper tire mounting and balancing, along with a thorough understanding of tire-road force balancing. Students will become familiar with Roadside Service procedures along with technician and customer safety. Students will be introduced to Audi diagnostic tools and reference sources and be able to operate and access the same. Students will be able to understand and perform repairs to the vehicle electrical systems to include both networked and non-networked elements. Students will be able to understand and perform repairs to the battery, starting, and charging systems, parasitic draw and battery management. Students must register for and complete online course requirements in vehicle maintenance and light repair.
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Lecture Hours 0 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 0 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102C through AU101C Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with a more in-depth knowledge of electrical and electronic principles, and advanced circuit applications. Introduction to Audi advanced diagnostic systems, troubleshooting, and occupant safety; Students will continue to use Audi diagnostic tools and develop their skills in order to properly diagnose vehicle concerns and issues. Students will use Audi specific scan tools for in-depth diagnostics and addressing customer vehicle concerns, along with identifying communication protocol. Students will understand vehicle coding, diagnostics, locating system faults, and making system repairs. Students will understand operation and diagnostics of the Audi Airbag Safety Systems, and be able to take corrective actions to ensure passenger and occupant safety.
Notes:
*Mode of Delivery: Residential, Blended Learning or Online are the methods we may use to deliver content in each course. The Residential courses are offered on ground at the campus. Blended courses are offered by delivering a fraction of the course in an online format as well as traditional face to face method. Online courses are delivered 100% online. The Blended delivery and online delivery plan will implement distance education activities into each course in the program of study. The use of simulations, case studies, assessments and multimedia will be used to enhance the students understanding of the learning objectives outlined in the course syllabus.
Students enrolled in, or who choose to transfer to, the Automotive Technology with AUDI Partnerships program must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 throughout the length of their training. Students must also maintain a 90% or better attendance record. Failure to maintain these standards may result in the student’s inability to continue participating in the program. Those students who are no longer eligible to participate in the AUDI Partnerships program may be allowed to continue fulfilling the requirements necessary to graduate from the Automotive Technology IN102Cdiploma program.