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Automotive

ATEC 133 Automotive Engine Repair 4.0 Units ATEC 135 Automotive Engine Performance 4.0 Units
Prerequisite: ATEC 070 with a minimum grade of C Prerequisite: ATEC 070 with a minimum grade of C
(may enroll concurrently). (may enroll concurrently).
Course Advisory: ATEC 131; SCC minimum English and Course Advisory: ATEC 131; SCC minimum English and
Math standards. Math standards.
Hours: 32-36 lecture, 96-108 lab. Hours: 32-36 lecture, 96-108 lab.
The study of four stroke combustion cycle theory, engine Operation, troubleshooting and repair of the ignition,
torque, horsepower, materials, and manufacturing fuel and emission control systems of import and
processes as they relate to internal combustion domestic passenger vehicles and light trucks. Emphasis
powerplants used in production automobiles and light is on theoretical knowledge and the proper use of
trucks. The theory, principles, and diagnosis of cooling diagnostic tools and equipment. The course is designed
systems, lubrication systems, and common engine in conjunction with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
mechanical failures will be emphasized. Laboratory will standards and subsequently, will in part, prepare the
focus on comprehensive engine testing, in-vehicle engine student for the ASE Engine Performance A8
servicing, engine disassembly/reassembly, precision Certification Examination.
measuring, and inspection of internal engine components.
The course is designed in conjunction with Automotive ATEC 136 4.0 Units
Service Excellence (ASE) standards and subsequently Automotive Manual Drivetrain and Axles
will prepare the student for the ASE Engine Repair A1 Prerequisite: ATEC 070 with a minimum grade of C
Certification Examination. (may enroll concurrently).
Course Advisory: SCC minimum English and
ATEC 134 4.0 Units Math standards.
Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles Hours: 32-36 lecture, 96-108 lab.
Prerequisite: ATEC 070 with a minimum grade of C Theory and principles of manual transmissions/transaxles,
(may enroll concurrently). clutches, driveshafts, half shafts, variable and constant
Course Advisory: ATEC 131; SCC minimum English and velocity joints, differentials, rear wheel drive axle
Math standards. assemblies, all wheel drives, and four wheel drives. Gear
Hours: 32-36 lecture, 96-108 lab. types, ratios, and noise, vibration, harshness diagnostic
The study of hydraulic and electronically actuated routines will be discussed. Diagnosis, repair, overhaul, and
automatic transmissions and transaxles. Topics will adjustment procedures for common domestic, import, and
include positive and variable displacement pumps, light truck drivetrain components will be emphasized. The
torque converters, bands and clutches, hydraulic valves, course is designed in conjunction with Automotive Service
electronic shift solenoids, governors, and common Excellence (ASE) standards and subsequently will prepare
compound planetary gear arrangements. Laboratory will the student for the ASE Manual Transmission/Transaxle &
focus on diagnostic and overhaul procedures, in-vehicle Drivetrain A3 Certification Examination.
testing, and bench testing of various components. The
course is designed in conjunction with Automotive Service
Excellence (ASE) standards and subsequently will prepare
the student for the ASE Automatic Transmission A2
Certification Examination.

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