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AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM PREVIEW Students will move through the following courses as they pursue an Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Systems Technology. Diploma and certificate options are also available. TWO YEAR PROGRAM ONLINE and evening courses options STATE -OF- THE ART training facilities FINANCIAL AID available APPLY TODAY! Suspension & Steering Systems* Study principles of operation, types, and diagnosis/repair of suspension and steering systems, including steering geometry. Auto Shop Management Discover the principles of management essential to decision-making, communication, authority, and leadership in a shop environment. Intro to Transport Technology Get familiar with workplace safety, hazardous materials, environmental regulations, hand tools, service information, basic concepts, vehicle systems, and industry terminology. Basic Transportation Electricity Explore electrical theory, wiring diagrams, and test equipment, as well as the diagnosis, repair, and replacement of batteries, starters, and alternators. Brake Systems* Train to diagnose, service, and repair a wide variety of automotive braking systems, including drum and disc brakes, parking brakes, and antilock braking systems. Advanced Automotive Electricity Discover electronic theory, wiring diagrams,and test equipment, as well as the diagnosis, repair, and replacement of electronics, lighting, gauges, horn, wiper, accessories, and body modules. Engine Performance I* Develop the skills to describe operation and diagnose/repair basic ignition, fuel, and emission related driveability problems using appropriate test equipment/service information. Engine Repair* This course covers the theory, construction, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines and related systems. Basic PC Literacy Expand basic computer skills, including soſtware applications for both personal and fundamental workplace use. Oral Communication Discover how to effectively communicate in small group and public settings, including learning the components needed for group-decision-making and public address. Engine Performance II Learn to address complex engine performance concerns by exploring electronic engine control systems, diagnostic processes, and the procedures used to restore normal operation. Manual Transmissions/ Transaxles/ Drive Trains* Study the theory of torque, power flow, and manual drive train servicing, as well as tools and equipment to diagnose and repair manual drive trains. Mathematical Measurement and Literacy Using an activity-based approach, develop measurement skills and mathematical literacy using technology to solve problems, as well as to analyze and communicate results. Social/Behavioral Science Elective Automatic Transmissions Transaxles* Understand the operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automatic transmissions/ transaxles. Freshman Composition Develop informative and business writing skills, including organization, introductions and conclusions, proper grammar, and use of sources. Advanced Transportation Electronics Explore high-tech electronic systems such as logic controllers, data networks, telematics, high voltage systems, navigation, collision avoidance systems, and electronic accessories. Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Intro to Sustainable Transportation Study both alternative fuels and alternative fuel vehicles while developing the skills to understand how different fuel delivery systems operate and perform minor repairs. Transportation Climate Control* Learn to diagnose and repair vehicle climate control systems, including both heating and cooling systems, while being mindful of safety and environmental regulations. LEARN MORE ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY TODAY. ALAMANCECC.EDU Hands-on training for innovative careers. $17-$35K ENTRY LEVEL SALARY RANGE per year $50-$100K SALARY RANGE WITH 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE per year *Optional lab available to be used as an alternative to co-op placement in meeting the NATEF standards for total hours. Modern vehicles are run by complex computers and electronic systems. Get hands-on training to advance your career in today’s technology-driven service and repair environments.

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AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY

PROGRAM PREVIEWStudents will move through the following courses as they pursue an Associate of Applied Science in

Automotive Systems Technology. Diploma and certificate options are also available.

TWOYEAR PROGRAM

ONLINEand evening

courses options

STATE-OF-

THE ARTtrainingfacilities

FINANCIAL AID available

APPLY TODAY!

Suspension & Steering Systems* Study principles of operation, types, and diagnosis/repair of suspension and steering systems, including steering geometry.

Auto Shop ManagementDiscover the principles of management essential to decision-making, communication, authority, and leadership in a shop environment.

Intro to Transport TechnologyGet familiar with workplace safety, hazardous materials, environmental regulations, hand tools, service information, basic concepts, vehicle systems, and industry terminology.

Basic Transportation Electricity Explore electrical theory, wiring diagrams, and test equipment, as well as the diagnosis, repair, and replacement of batteries, starters, and alternators.

Brake Systems* Train to diagnose, service, and repair a wide variety of automotive braking systems, including drum and disc brakes, parking brakes, and antilock braking systems.

Advanced Automotive Electricity Discover electronic theory, wiring diagrams,and test equipment, as well as the diagnosis, repair, and replacement of electronics, lighting, gauges, horn, wiper, accessories, and body modules.

Engine Performance I* Develop the skills to describe operation and diagnose/repair basic ignition, fuel, and emission related driveability problems using appropriate test equipment/service information.

Engine Repair* This course covers the theory, construction, inspection, diagnosis, and repair of internal combustion engines and related systems.

Basic PC Literacy Expand basic computer skills, including software applications for both personal and fundamental workplace use.

Oral Communication Discover how to effectively communicate in small group and public settings, including learning the components needed for group-decision-making and public address.

Engine Performance II Learn to address complex engine performance concerns by exploring electronic engine control systems, diagnostic processes, and the procedures used to restore normal operation.

Manual Transmissions/Transaxles/Drive Trains* Study the theory of torque, power flow, and manual drive train servicing, as well as tools and equipment to diagnose and repair manual drive trains.

Mathematical Measurement and Literacy Using an activity-based approach, develop measurement skills and mathematical literacy using technology to solve problems, as well as to analyze and communicate results.

Social/Behavioral Science Elective Automatic Transmissions Transaxles* Understand the operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automatic transmissions/transaxles.

Freshman Composition Develop informative and business writing skills, including organization, introductions and conclusions, proper grammar, and use of sources.

Advanced Transportation Electronics Explore high-tech electronic systems such as logic controllers, data networks, telematics, high voltage systems, navigation, collision avoidance systems, and electronic accessories.

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

Intro to Sustainable Transportation Study both alternative fuels and alternative fuel vehicles while developing the skills to understand how different fuel delivery systems operate and perform minor repairs.

Transportation Climate Control* Learn to diagnose and repair vehicle climate control systems, including both heating and cooling systems, while being mindful of safety and environmental regulations.

LEARN MORE ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY TODAY.

ALAMANCECC.EDU

Hands-on training for innovative careers.

$17-$35K

ENTRY LEVELSALARY RANGE

per year

$50-$100K

SALARY RANGE WITH 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE

per year

*Optional lab available to be used as an alternative to co-op placement in meeting the NATEF standards for total hours.

Modern vehicles are run by complex computers and electronic systems. Get hands-on training to advance your career in today’s

technology-driven service and repair environments.