This course introduces welding and cutting procedures used to repair and maintain automobiles. Emphasis will be placed on gas metal arc welding, shielded metal arc welding, oxyacetylene torch cutting processes welding techniques through a variety of different procedures.

Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair internal combustion engines. Emphasis is placed on in-vehicle repairs, including engine cooling and lubrication systems. Prerequisite(s): 1060210700 Auto Service Fundamentals (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed).

Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair vehicle braking systems with an introduction to ABS. Prerequisite(s): 1060210700 Auto Service Fundamentals (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed).

Intended for both the entry level and experienced technician, introduces basic hybrid vehicle safety and maintenance. Upon completion, learners will be able to identify a hybrid vehicle, locate and identify the major components of a hybrid vehicle, and locate, identify, and remove the safety disconnect following manufacturer and industry standards. Prerequisite(s): 1060210700 Auto Service Fundamentals (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed).

Focuses on developing skills in professionalism, safety, and the use of basic hand and power tools in accordance with industry standards. Students are introduced to the automotive service industry and learn to use both comprehensive and manufacturer service information to perform basic under-hood and under-car services.

Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair electrical and electronic systems. Learners apply Ohm's Law to basic electrical circuit diagnosis. Prerequisite(s): 1060210700 Auto Service Fundamentals (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed).

Teaches college-level study techniques, personal management/organizational strategies, and communication skills including time management, learning styles, textbook management, note-taking, library resources, critical thinking, test preparation, test-taking, health/wellness, and diversity issues.

Develops skills in using mathematics principles, essential to the technical service and production workplace, through applied learning contexts. Content includes whole numbers, fractions, percent, graphs, fundamentals of algebra, geometry and trigonometry, and tools and techniques for precision measurement. Accuplacer Arithmetic score >= 61 or TABE Math Comp score >= 10 or ACT Math score >= 17

Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair internal combustion engines. Emphasis is placed on out-of-vehicle engine repair, including overhaul procedures. Prerequisite(s): 1060210300 Engine Repair 1 (C or better).

Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair steering and suspension systems, including wheel alignment procedures. Prerequisite(s): 1060210700 Auto Service Fundamentals (C or better).

Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair electrical and electronic systems, including batteries, starting, charging, and lighting systems, and computer control systems. Prerequisite(s): 1060212500 Electrical and Electronic Systems 1 (C or better).

Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair climate control systems, including heating, cooling, and air distribution. Upon successful completion of the Mobile Refrigerant Handling unit (EPA Section 609 of the Clean Air Act of 1990), a certificate from the Mobile Air Conditioning Society will be issued. Prerequisite(s): 1060212500 Electrical and Electronic Systems 1 (C or better).

Interpersonal workplace fundamentals, also known as soft skills, are the skills which help foster relationships with other people and directly link to your approach on work and life. The Interpersonal Workplace Fundamentals class will cover essential abilities such as attitude, integrity, reliability, teamwork, personality, positivity, critical thinking, dependability, punctuality, and communication. These skill areas, when mastered, will greatly increase workplace efficiency. The goal of the Interpersonal Workplace Fundamentals class will be to create awareness, understanding, and mastery of these soft skills, especially as they relate to the workplace.