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2013-2014 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

The following are standard, approved subjects. Availability of any subject depends on the scheduling, program and student needs at the time. The receiving college or university determines the transferability of courses.

Course Types

Adjunct Adjunct courses may be temporary or experimental and may be used to fulfill elective credit in programs that lead to a degree or diploma. Adjunct courses may not be used to fulfill or substitute for required or option courses in any degree or program.

General Noncore courses identified as freshman-sophomore courses. open Occupationally specific courses corresponding to courses in certain professional programs at four-year institutions.

Voc/Tech Occupationally specific courses. Transferability is generally limited. Only 16 credits can apply to the AA/AS degree.

Core Traditional liberal arts courses in the first two years of a baccalaureate degree.

College preparatory (Coll Prep) College preparatory and skill building courses. College Preparatory courses cannot be used to fulfill degree requirements.

P/F Indicates courses taken pass/fail.

Prerequisites Successful completion of a course or other criterion necessary for a student to succeed in a higher level course.

Corequisites A course that must be taken concurrently or prior to the course.

*An instructor may deny enrollment in or drop a student from a specific course if a course
Prerequisite has not been met.
 

Aging Services Management
  

  • ASM 291 - Activity Coordinator

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 8
    Course Type: Open
    This course is designed to prepare persons to work as activity coordinators in the continuum of care communities, including the following settings: skilled care, health care, assisted living programs, adult day and residential care. Topics will include understanding residents’ needs, rights and choices and providing appropriate activities. The course will also address resident-centered care, regulatory requirements and the survey process. The course has been approved by the Iowa Department of Health and meets their requirements.
  

  • ASM 295 - Death and Dying

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Open
    An examination of death and the dynamics relating to the grief process, its foundational components, its varied characteristics and its impact upon the bereaved, with special emphasis upon appropriate resolution and adjustment.
  

  • ASM 800 - Seminar I

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Open
    The seminar will meet twice to discuss topics, issues and methods for applying the knowledge acquired from the modules as they relate to the elderly population.
    Prerequisite: Instructor approval
  

  • ASM 805 - Seminar II

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Open
    The seminar will meet twice to discuss topics, issues and the application of knowledge from the modules as they relate to the elderly population.
    Prerequisite: Instructor approval

Auto Tech CAP (Chrysler)
  

  • ATC 320 - Technical Internship I

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The technician will work in a participating dealership. The work will be full-time approximately 40 hours per week. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework. A task list will be issued to each dealer.
    Prerequisite: AUT 114 , AUT 404 , AUT 524  and AUT 615 
  

  • ATC 328 - Chrysler Elec Systems Repair

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the diagnosis, repair and service of electrical and electronic components and accessories used on current Chrysler vehicles.
    Prerequisite: ATC 312, MAT 772 
  

  • ATC 330 - Technical Internship II

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a participating dealership. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: AUT 114 , AUT 615 , AUT 404 , AUT 524 
  

  • ATC 335 - Service/Repair Chrysler Engine

    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Principles and operations of Chrysler engines. Service procedures and engine component repair or replacement will be emphasized. Diagnosis of engine problems will also be covered.
    Prerequisite: ATC 317
  

  • ATC 336 - Chrysler Fuel Systems

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A course designed to acquaint the student with basic fuel system principles. Instruction will be offered in the theory, service, repair and adjustment of automotive fuel systems.
    Prerequisite: ATC 328 
  

  • ATC 340 - Technical Internship III

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a sponsoring dealership. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: ATC 335 
  

  • ATC 346 - Chrysler Engine Performance

    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Diagnosis and service of microprocessor-controlled fuel and injection systems. Oscilloscopes, engine analyzers, digital meters and other high-technology instruments will be used.
    Prerequisite: ATC 335 , ATC 336 
  

  • ATC 347 - Chrysler Heating & AC

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Theory and operation of Chrysler air conditioning systems leading to the diagnosis, service and repair of current models of Chrysler vehicles.
    Prerequisite: ATC 312, 317
  

  • ATC 350 - Technical Internship IV

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a participating dealership. Tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: ATC 340 
  

  • ATC 353 - Chrysler Power Train Systems

    Credits: 6
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course provides instruction in the operation of Chrysler drive trains, including automatic transmissions, transaxles, manual transmissions, multiwheel drive systems, differentials and their electronic controls. Proper diagnosis, service and repair procedures of these systems are studied and practiced.
    Prerequisite: AUT 242 
  

  • ATC 354 - Chrysler Manual Drivetrains

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides an understanding of the principles of operation in manual drivetrains, including manual transmissions, transaxles, front and rear differentials, driveshafts and transfer cases. Proper diagnosis, service and repair procedures of these systems are studied and practiced.
    Prerequisite: ATC 340 
  

  • ATC 355 - Chrysler Automatic Drivetrains

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides an understanding of the principles of operation in automatic transmission and transaxles including electronic controls. Proper diagnosis, service and repair procedures of these systems are studied and practiced.
    Prerequisite: ATC 317, ATC 346 
  

  • ATC 356 - Advanced Chrysler Systems

    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in techniques and procedures required to diagnose and service current vehicles. New systems developed by Chrysler will be included.
    Prerequisite: AUT 842 
  

  • ATC 360 - Technical Internship V

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 12
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a participating dealership. Tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: ATC 350 

Ford ASSET
  

  • ATF 280 - Ford Steering/Susp/Brakes

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 6
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the theory of operational service procedures used in the maintenance and repair of Ford Motor Company’s base steering, suspension and brake systems.
    Prerequisite: Admission to ASSET program
  

  • ATF 290 - Adv. Ford Steering/Susp/Brake

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the theory and operation of advanced Ford Motor Company steering, suspension and brake systems.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Education (ASSET) Program, AFT 280 and AFT 328
  

  • ATF 312 - Ford Automotive Electrical

    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A study of the electrical systems used in Ford Motor Company vehicles. The instruction will include fundamentals of electricity, series and parallel circuits, schematics, wire repair, diodes, transistors, microprocessors and digital displays.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training
  

  • ATF 317 - Ford Shop Fund & Minor Svc

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A study of dealership organizational structure as it relates to the technician. Use of service manuals, electronic troubleshooting manuals and service bulletins are practiced. Also provides entry-level automotive task competencies.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)
  

  • ATF 320 - Technical Internship I

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a sponsoring dealership. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)
  

  • ATF 326 - Ford Automotive Climate Ctrl

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Theory and operation of Ford Motor Company air conditioning, heating and air distribution systems leading to the diagnosis, service and repair of current models of vehicles.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET) and ATF 328  or AUT 652 
  

  • ATF 328 - Ford Electronic Systems Diag

    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the operation and diagnosis/repair of electronic components and systems used on current Ford Motor Company vehicles.
    Required: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET).
    Prerequisite: ATF 312 
  

  • ATF 330 - Technical Internship II

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a sponsoring dealership. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)
  

  • ATF 333 - Ford Engine Diagnosis/Repair

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Principles and operation of Ford Motor Company engines. Service procedures and engine component diagnostics, repair and/or replacement will be emphasized.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET) and ATF 317  or AUT 114 
  

  • ATF 336 - Ford Fuel Systems & Injection

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Introduction to the different types of fuels and theory of basic fuel delivery systems including diagnosis, repair and/or replacement of components in Ford electronic engine control systems.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET) and ATF 328  or AUT 652 .
    Corequisite: ATF 337 
  

  • ATF 337 - Ford Driveability & Emissions

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Diagnosis and service of microprocessor-controlled fuel and ignition systems. Computer-based scantools, digital meters and other high-technology instruments will be used.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET) and ATF 328  or AUT 652 .
    Corequisite: ATF 336 
  

  • ATF 340 - Technical Internship III

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a sponsoring dealership. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)
  

  • ATF 344 - Ford Driveline & 4x4 Diag/Rpr

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Students will study rear axle and differential design and operation, driveshaft construction, transfer case design and operation. Students will also perform diagnosis and repair operation of each.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)
  

  • ATF 345 - Ford Manual Transmissions

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course is the study of Ford manual transmissions’ design and operation and clutch systems. It will include diagnosis and repair of clutches and transmissions.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)
  

  • ATF 346 - Ford Transmission & Transaxle

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This is the study of Ford automatic transmissions and transaxles including design, operation, diagnosis and repair.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)
  

  • ATF 350 - Technical Internship IV

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a sponsoring dealership. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)
  

  • ATF 352 - Ford Systems/Technology Update

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Update on emerging and new technologies released by Ford Motor Company and the industry during the course of the ASSET program.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET) and ATF 340 
  

  • ATF 362 - Ford Diesel Engine Technology

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The study of diesel engine construction, operation, diagnosis and repair in Ford vehicles. This will include oil, fuel, intake and exhaust systems.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Student Service Ed Training (ASSET)

Auto Tech ASEP (GM)
  

  • ATG 312 - GM Specialized Electronics Trn

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A study of the electrical and electronics systems used in General Motors vehicles. The instruction includes fundamentals of electricity, series and parallel circuits, schematics, wire repair, diodes, transistors and microprocessors.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP)
  

  • ATG 320 - GM Brake Systems

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the theory of operation and service procedures used in the maintenance and repair of General Motors brake systems.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP)
  

  • ATG 322 - GM Steering & Suspension

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the theory of operation and service procedures used in the maintenance and repair of General Motors steering and suspension systems.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Service Educational Program
  

  • ATG 326 - GM Auto AC Systems

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Theory of operation of General Motors air conditioning systems leading to the diagnosis, service and repair of current models of GM vehicles.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP), ATG 312  and AUT 114 
  

  • ATG 327 - Minor Svc/Repair/GM Engines

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Course will provide instruction in the theory and operation of the General Motors 4-stroke cycle engines. Emphasis will be placed on both design and proper disassembly/reassembly procedures.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Service Educational Program, AUT 114 
  

  • ATG 328 - Diagnosis/Repair-GM Elect Sys

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the diagnosis, repair and service of electrical and electronic components and accessories used on current GM vehicles.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Service Educational Program, MAT 772 , ATG 312 , AUT 114 
  

  • ATG 329 - Technical Internship I

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The technician will work in a participating dealership. The work will be full-time, approximately 40 hours per week. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework. A task list will be issued to each dealer.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Service Educational Program, MAT 772 , ATG 312 , AUT 114 , ATG 320  and ATG 322 
  

  • ATG 330 - Technical Internship II

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a participating dealership. The tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: ATG 329 , ATG 328 
  

  • ATG 333 - Major Service Proc/GM Engines

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Evaluating, reconditioning and replacing of major components of GM engines. Instruction will also include diagnostic routines.
    Prerequisite: ATG 327 
  

  • ATG 336 - GM Fuel Systems

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A course designed to acquaint the student with basic fuel system principles. Instruction will be offered in the theory, service, repair and adjustment of automotive fuel systems.
    Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Service Educational Program and ATG 328 
  

  • ATG 337 - GM Tune-Up Proc & Emssn Cntrl

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Diagnosis and service of microprocessor-controlled fuel and ignition systems. Oscilloscopes, engine analyzers, digital meters and other high-technology instruments will be used.
    Prerequisite: ATG 336 
  

  • ATG 340 - Technical Internship III

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a sponsoring dealership. Tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: ATG 330 , ATG 344 , ATG 345 
  

  • ATG 344 - GM Manual Drivetrains

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides an understanding of the principles of operation in manual powertrains, including manual transmissions and transaxles, front and rear differentials, driveshafts and transfer cases. Proper diagnosis, service and repair procedures of these systems are studied and practiced.
    Prerequisite: ATG 317, AUT 109
  

  • ATG 345 - GM Automatic Drivetrains

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides an understanding of the principles of operation in automatic transmissions and transaxles. Proper diagnosis, service and repair procedures of these systems are studied and practiced.
    Prerequisite: ATG 317, AUT 109
  

  • ATG 350 - Technical Internship IV

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 18
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Work experience at a participating dealership. Tasks will be consistent with the technician’s ability and previous coursework.
    Prerequisite: ATG 340 
  

  • ATG 354 - Advanced GM Motors Systems

    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in techniques and procedures required to diagnose and service current vehicles. New systems developed by GM will be included.
    Prerequisite: ATG 350 

Automotive Technology
  

  • AUT 114 - Shop Fund & Minor Service

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A study of the organizational structure in a dealership/ repair facility as it relates to the technician. Students use service manuals, electronic troubleshooting manuals and service bulletins. The course will also develop competencies in entry-level tasks required when working in a dealership or repair facility.
  

  • AUT 140 - Welding for Automotive Mechani

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Skills will be developed in oxy-acetylene fusion and braze welding, shielded metallic arc welding, as well as oxy-fuel flame cutting. Safety is emphasized and basic welding theory is discussed. Warnings concerning the danger and liability involved in welding high-strength steels will be stressed (auto body and chassis, etc.).
  

  • AUT 163 - Automotive Engine Repair

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Course will provide instruction in the theory and operation of 4-stroke cycle engines. Emphasis will be placed on both design and proper disassembly/ reassembly procedures.
    Prerequisite: AUT 109
  

  • AUT 173 - Adv Automotive Engine Repair

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides instruction in proper diagnosis of engine malfunctions and repair or replacement of defective components and assemblies. Diagnosis procedures, repair and adjustment will be emphasized.
    Prerequisite: AUT 163 
  

  • AUT 242 - Basic Automotive Powertrain

    Credits: 6
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 6
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Principles of operation and construction of automotive power trains. Includes instruction in the theory of hydraulic and mechanical systems used in automatic transmissions.
  

  • AUT 243 - Adv Automotive Powertrain

    Credits: 6
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 8
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The student will study powertrain and drive-line systems. Proper diagnosis procedures, service and repair will be emphasized through hands-on experience.
    Prerequisite:  
  

  • AUT 404 - Basic Suspension & Steering

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the theory of operation and service procedures used in the maintenance and repair of automotive steering and suspension systems.
  

  • AUT 524 - Auto Brake Systems & Service

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in the theory of operation and service procedures of automotive brakes.
  

  • AUT 535 - Adv Auto Brakes & Alignment

    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 6
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The student will study advanced brakes and alignment theory, practice proper diagnosis, service and repair procedures through hands-on experience.
    Prerequisite: AUT 503, AUT 404 
  

  • AUT 615 - Auto Electricity/Electronics

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides instruction in theory and operation of automotive electrical circuits. Safety, meters and service information will be emphasized.
  

  • AUT 652 - Adv Automotive Electricity

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides instruction in the diagnosis, repair and service of electrical and electronic components found on current vehicles.
    Prerequisite: AUT 615 
  

  • AUT 704 - Auto Heating & AC

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides instruction in the theory of operation of auto air conditioning and heating systems, as well as diagnosing and servicing automotive air conditioning and heating systems.
  

  • AUT 823 - Advanced Automotive Tune-up

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides instruction in testing, diagnosis and repair of the automobile’s ignition, electrical and fuel systems. Modern test equipment, procedures and technology are utilized.
    Prerequisite: AUT 842 
  

  • AUT 834 - Automotive Fuel Systems

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A course designed to acquaint the student with basic fuel system principles. Instruction will be offered in the theory, cleaning, repair and adjustment of automotive fuel systems.
  

  • AUT 842 - Auto Computerized Eng Controls

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course builds upon the knowledge and skills learned in previous automotive courses to prepare the student to service On-Board Diagnosis 2 computer-controlled vehicles. The theory and operating principles of automotive computers, sensors and control devices will be emphasized. Lab instruction on late model cars will be included.
    Prerequisite: AUT 834 , AUT 652 
  

  • AUT 845 - Electrical Systems Diagnosis

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Instruction in techniques and procedures required to diagnose and service microprocessor-controlled body electrical systems.
    Prerequisite: AUT 615 , AUT 652 
  

  • AUT 870 - Automotive Service Management

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides instruction in customer relations, service sales, shop management and business practices in the automotive shop.

Aviation
  

  • AVI 130 - Private Pilot Ground School

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Provides aeronautical knowledge to meet the prerequisite in FAR Part 61 for the FAA Private Pilot Exam.
  

  • AVI 172 - Private Pilot Flight Training

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course provides supervised dual and solo flight instruction that meets the required hours to qualify as a candidate for a FAA Private Pilot check-ride. Areas covered in flight training include preflight operations, flight maneuvering by reference to ground objects, flight at critically slow air speeds and recovery from stalls, takeoffs and landings, control and maneuvering an aircraft, cross-country flying and emergency operations.
    Prerequisite: Third-class physical, completion of or concurrent registration in AVI 130 
  

  • AVI 213 - Instrument Flight Theory

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    To provide the student with the necessary aeronautical knowledge to meet the prerequisites specified in FAR Part 61 for the FAA instrument pilot written examination.

Aviation Maintenance
  

  • AVM 100 - Cleaning/Corrosion Control

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course encompasses cleaning and prevention of corrosion on the aircraft. Units of instruction will include identifying and selecting materials, inspecting, removing aircraft corrosion and performing aircraft cleaning.
  

  • AVM 103 - Aircraft-Materials/Processes

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course involves basic materials and processes associated with aircraft. Areas of study will include precision measurement, testing of materials, inspection performance, heat treating, identification and installation of aircraft materials.
  

  • AVM 104 - Regulations and Publications

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Aircraft maintenance forms and records will be units of instruction. Additional units will include manual utilization, FAA regulations, airworthiness directives, and mechanic privileges and limitations.
  

  • AVM 107 - Weight and Balance

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The student will be given instruction concerning aircraft specifications, aircraft weight and balance records, weighing procedures, jacking and leveling, moment arms, reading scales, recording weights, nomenclature and algebraic signs.
  

  • AVM 111 - Ground Operations & Servicing

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course will cover aircraft ground operation and servicing. Units of instruction will include fuel selection, ground operation, servicing and securing aircraft.
  

  • AVM 112 - Aircraft Electrical Systems

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Electrical systems of aircraft will be covered in this course. Areas of study will include servicing of wire, controls, switches, indicators, protective devices, AC/ DC electrical systems, constant speed and integrated speed drive generators, crimping, wiring inspection, repairing pins and sockets of aircraft connectors.
  

  • AVM 121 - Weather and Warning Systems

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The course will cover systems associated with positioning, warning and weather control. Topics covered will include inspection, servicing, configuration, electrical brakes, anti-skid systems, landing gear indicators, warning systems, and airframe ice and rain control systems.
  

  • AVM 124 - Aircraft Assembly/Rigging

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course will involve the study of aircraft components to include the following: Aircraft wing configuration, flight theory, landing gear, aircraft maneuvers, structure alignments, assembly components, rigging, primary flight control surfaces, secondary flight control surfaces and aircraft jacking.
  

  • AVM 125 - Airframe Structure and Repair

    Credits: 5
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A course for students in aviation that covers materials associated with the structure of the aircraft. Utilization of proper materials, repair, replacement, testing, and the finishing of metal and nonmetal materials will be included in this course.
  

  • AVM 129 - Landing Gear & Brake Systems

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The course involves a complete study of the landing gear and brake systems associated with aircraft. Areas of study include inspection, service, repair, troubleshooting and replacement of various types of landing gear and brake systems.
  

  • AVM 132 - Airframe/Powerplant Inspection

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The course covers inspections related to aircraft engines and airframes. Airframe and engine conformity and airworthiness inspections will be units of instruction.
  

  • AVM 133 - Hydraulic/Pneumatic Power Sys

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course will involve a complete study of the hydraulic and pneumatic systems contained within aircraft. Components of each area will be covered to include identification, installation, repair, inspection, troubleshooting and replacement of the systems.
  

  • AVM 139 - Instruments/Fire Protection-PP

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The course will cover aircraft instrument systems, engine fire protection systems, and smoke and carbon monoxide detection systems.
  

  • AVM 141 - Control Systems

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The course covers heating, cooling, pressurization, air cycling and oxygen systems.
  

  • AVM 145 - Aircraft Welding

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    The course covers the applicable welding procedures associated with materials used to construct aircraft. Proper welding methods for various types of materials will be covered during the course.
  

  • AVM 147 - Airframe Fuel Systems

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course covers fueling systems throughout the airframe of the aircraft. Topics include inspection, service, troubleshooting, repair and replacement of the system components.
  

  • AVM 165 - Communication and Navigation

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Basic units will involve study of autopilot systems, servo systems, approach coupling systems, navigation systems, electronic communication systems, antenna systems, static pressure systems, flight instrument systems and all position-indicating systems.
  

  • AVM 168 - Fluid Lines and Fittings

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Aircraft fluid lines and fittings will be covered in this course. Units of instruction will include rigid and flexible lines, fittings and their fabrication and installation.
  

  • AVM 170 - Aircraft Drawings

    Credits: 2
    Lecture Hours: 1
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    A course to develop understanding of aircraft drawings, symbols and schematics. Blueprint information, graphing, charting and drawing will be topics covered as they relate to aircraft.

Business Computer Application
  

  • BCA 111 - Emerging Technologies

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 3
    Lab Hours: 0
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Students will explore changing trends in peripheral equipment and software, review technology within the framework of today’s business environment and analyze the future of hardware and software usage in various business fields.
  

  • BCA 113 - Computer Network Literacy

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    This course is an introduction to basic concepts and terminology in computer networks and data communications. Topics include data communications equipment, media network basics and the Internet. Student will develop a personal web page.
    Prerequisite: CSC 110 
  

  • BCA 122 - Basic Word Processing

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Hands-on instruction using Word in the Windows environment. Special features include working with Windows, speller, thesaurus, merge, sort, tables, tabs and columns.
  

  • BCA 133 - Word Processing Skill Dev. I

    Credits: 4
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 4
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Review of alphabetic and numeric keyboard reaches using a computer. Develop a strong keyboarding foundation using the touch method while utilizing correct techniques. Introduces fundamental word processing functions. Instruction covers word processing concepts, terminology, features and other related skills.
    Prerequisite: Must key at least 25 NWPM for five minutes
  

  • BCA 137 - Word Processing Skill Dev. II

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Emphasis on developing speed, accuracy and proofreading techniques in preparation of business documents using word processing software. Students develop a broader understanding of software capabilities as they continue to study concepts, vocabulary and additional features. Continued development of speed and accuracy is emphasized.
    Prerequisite: BCA 133  with a grade of “C-” or better
  

  • BCA 146 - Basic Spreadsheets

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Orientation to Excel using a Windows environment. Topics include spreadsheet layout and terminology, formulas, database features, charting, enhancing a worksheet and chart. Designed for beginning users of Excel.
  

  • BCA 164 - Basic Databases

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Introduction to relational database management software using Access in a Windows environment. Topics include creating, editing, querying, using forms, reports, customizing and managing data and files.
  

  • BCA 174 - Basic Presentation Software

    Credits: 1
    Lecture Hours: 0
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Introduction to presentation software using PowerPoint in a Windows environment. Topics include creating, enhancing, embellishing and illustrating a presentation with charts, graphs, special effects; converting existing material, printing presentations, speaker’s notes and handouts.
  

  • BCA 212 - Intro Computer Business Appl

    Credits: 3
    Lecture Hours: 2
    Lab Hours: 2
    Practicum Hours: 0
    Work Experience: 0
    Course Type: Voc/Tech
    Use computer hardware and software, in a Windows environment, as business productivity tools. Training includes a hands-on introduction to the computer applications vital in today’s business and industry. Course covers operating system, email, internet, word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation applications.
 

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