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  • 1.00 - 4.00 Credits

    CSU* Prerequisite: None. Advisory: Students should have paid or voluntary employment.. This course is designed to coordinate the student's occupational on-thejob training with related classroom instruction. Students enrolled in this occupational work experience course must be employed in a field related to the work experience subject area. Students may earn up to four (4) units each semester for a maximum of 16 units of work experience. No more than 20 hours per week may be applied toward the work requirement. 18 hours lecture. Additionally, 60 hours of volunteer work or 75 hours of paid work is required for each unit.
  • 2.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None. An introduction to auto shop safety, auto shop practices, automotive dealership operation and minor service of Ford, Lincoln/Mercury and Mazda vehicles, including wind noise and water leaks. Also includes an overview of the various career ladders and divisions of Ford Motor Company and dealership operations. The course prepares students for entry-level employment at Ford, Lincoln/Mercury and Mazda automotive dealerships. 27 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: None. This course presents the fundamentals of Ford electrical and electronic systems operation. The service of Ford starters, alternators, lighting systems and electrical accessories will be introduced. This course also examines the operation of Ford's automotive computer controls systems. The correct use of Ford's specific scanners are also covered along with electrical and computer system simulators and circuit breadboards. Special emphasis will be placed on diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical system concerns using Ford methods and tools. May be taken a total of two times. 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
  • 3.50 Credits

    Prerequisite: AUT-40. This course examines in-depth the operation of Ford automotive computer controls as they relate to specific electronic systems. Laboratory oscilloscopes, digital meters, and Ford's advanced diagnostic tools will be used throughout the course. The emphasis of the course is to apply the acquired information to the computer systems found on Ford and Lincoln/Mercury vehicles and to enable the students to diagnose and repair today's computer laden vehicles. May be taken a total of two times. 45 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: AUT-40. This course presents Ford climate control system operation and repair, both base and electronic controls systems. Compressor service and refrigerant recovery and recycling are included. Emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis of climate control system performance concerns using Ford-approved test equipment. May be taken a total of two times. 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
  • 3.50 Credits

    Prerequisite: AUT-40. This course presents the principles of Ford brake system (hydraulic and electronic, with and without antilock) operation and repair, including brake system overhaul and machining operations. Emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis of brake system concerns using Ford's test methods and equipment. May be taken a total of two times. 45 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: AUT-40. This course presents the fundamentals of Ford car and light truck suspension and steering system operation and repair, including base and electronically controlled systems. Wheel alignment service and tire balancing will also be covered. Emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis of steering and suspension system performance concerns using Ford testing methods and equipment. May be taken a total of two times. 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: AUT-40. This course presents the principles of operation, diagnosis, and repair of the brake system, the suspension and steering system, and the climate control system. The course content includes hydraulic, mechanical, and electronic operation and repair, as well as brake system overhaul and service operations. Additionally, it presents the fundamentals of suspension and steering system operation and repair, including base and electronically controlled systems. Wheel alignment service and tire balancing will also be covered. Furthermore, the course will include climate control fundamentals. Emphasis will be placed on the diagnosis of brake system concerns, as well as the diagnosis of steering and suspension system performance concerns, and climate control concerns using Ford testing methods and equipment. May be taken a total of two times. 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
  • 4.00 Credits

    CSU Prerequisite: None. General theory, principles and service procedures relating to an introduction to automotive maintenance with emphasis being placed upon component identification, basic functions, minor maintenance and service. 72 hours lecture.
  • 4.00 Credits

    Prerequisite: AUT-50. Theory and principles of operation with emphasis on engine mechanical diagnosis, engine disassembly, rebuilding, reassembly and related service of upper end engine components for both gas and diesel engines. 45 hours lecture and 81 hours laboratory.
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