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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
(3 Credit Hours) A course allowing additional advanced study under direction in any of the media offered by the department. It is assumed that the student requesting directed study will have completed the sequence of courses offered in a given medium before requesting additional directed study in that medium. Prerequisites: All courses in the required sequence for the area chosen, and permission of the instructor.
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1.00 Credits
Emphasizes experimental work with the scientific concepts important in astronomy, including planetarium observation and computer simulations of astronomical events. This course combined with ASTR 131 provides the student with a four-hour laboratory science credit. Two hours of laboratory per week. Co-requisite: ASTR 131
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3.00 Credits
Offered as an alternative to and not a continuation of ASTR 131, this course is for students who would like a more in-depth look at astronomical concepts. Light, motions in the sky, gravity, the solar system, stars, galaxies and cosmology will all be covered. Suggested Prerequisites: 1 year high school algebra
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3.00 Credits
A non-mathematical introduction to the behavior of the atmosphere and its causes. Topics include atmospheric structure, earth-sun relationships, heat, humidity, clouds, wind, storms, forecasting, pollution, and climate. This course is organized to interest students without scientific background who wish to understand the atmosphere and weather that surround them. Three hours of lecture per week. Note: Offered approximately once every two years.
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2.00 Credits
Review of basic arithmetic including fractions, decimals, percentages, ratio, and proportions as applied to vehicle repair in the automotive service field. Note: AUSV 135 will only be offered in the Fall semester in even numbered years.
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4.00 Credits
A survey course for all students designed to provide basic knowledge of the major automotive systems that are covered in greater detail in other automotive technology specific system classes. Automotive consumers will benefit from this course as they will develop an understanding of general preventive maintenance routines, such as oil changes, tire rotations on standard systems as well as on vehicles equipped with TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System), brake and suspension system inspection, and cooling system service. This is the only course allowed for Secondary Partnership transfer credit (4 credit hours) from approved high school programs.
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3.00 Credits
A course for all ASSET students designed to provide basic knowledge of the daily operations of a Ford, Lincoln Mercury or Mazda Dealerships. Dealer practices of writing warranty reports, work orders, and parts ordering are some of the components that will be covered. Students will be introduced, as a general knowledge, to the automobile and its support systems. General preventive maintenance routines will cover items such as oil changes, cooling system service, tire service, and TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) diagnosis.
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3.00 Credits
A beginning automotive course designed to acquaint the student with four-stroke engines. Principles of operation, compression ratio, piston displacement, operating tolerances, valve timing, horsepower and torque development along with adjustments, inspection and trouble shooting procedures will be studied. A combination of classroom and laboratory experiences provides the student with competence leading to A.S.E. certification as well as a State of Michigan license in automotive engines.
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3.00 Credits
A study of basic automotive electricity theory and principles. Voltage, amperage and Ohm's law will be covered as well as series and parallel circuits. An introduction to the various meters that are used in the service of automobiles will also be discussed. Circuit diagnosis and troubleshooting will be an integral part of this course. Accessories and lighting will also be covered. Note: AUTO 108 will only be offered in the Fall semester in even numbered years.
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3.00 Credits
A basic automotive electricity and electronics course, including the study of the fundamentals of and operation and service required for batteries, cranking motors, alternators, regulators, and certain accessories used on current-production automobiles. A combination of classroom and laboratory experiences provides the student with competence leading to A.S.E. certification as well as a State of Michigan license in automotive electrical systems.
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