ATEC 101 — Introduction to Automotive Service
Units: 3 Lecture Hours: 36 Lab Hours: 54 Outside Hours: 72 Grading Method: Letter Credit Status: Credit, degree applicable Conditions of Enrollment: None This course is an introduction to the study of automotive servicing including engine, ignition, fuel, cooling, charging, cranking, drive line, brakes and suspension systems construction and operational theories. Laboratory activities include maintenance procedures and proper use of tools utilized in the field. ATEC 1 14 – Brakes (CSU) Units: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 54 Outside Hours: 108 Grading Method: Letter Credit Status: Credit, degree applicable Conditions of Enrollment: Recommended Preparation: ATEC 101, 125, 127 or 128 This course covers the theory and operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive braking systems. Note: Only offered in even spring semesters. ATEC 1 16 - Suspension and Four Wheel Alignment (CSU) Units: 4 Lecture Hours: 54 Lab Hours: 54 Outside Hours: 108 Grading Method: Letter Credit Status: Credit, degree applicable Conditions of Enrollment: Recommended Preparation: ATEC 101 and 125 This course covers the theory and operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive suspension and steering systems. Note: Only offered in odd fall semesters.