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C O U R S E D E S C R I P T I O N SART „ AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYART 665, 667 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ART(.5 or 1 or 2 or 3)(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)Lecture-based sections (1 or 2 or 3 units): Minimumof 16, 32 or 48 lecture hours/semester, plus additionalhours by arrangement where indicated. Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 836 and READ 836, or ENGL 846, orequivalent.Studio-activity sections (.5 or 1 or 2 or 3 units):Minimum of 24, 48, 96 or 144 lab hours/semester, plusadditional studio hours and/or hours by arrangement.Recommended: Successful completion of a beginning artstudio <strong>course</strong>, or equivalent.Specialized <strong>course</strong>s in Art designed for the focusedinvestigation of a particular issue or topic. The <strong>course</strong>sare designed to address either artistic theoretical orrhetorical issues, or to acquire technical or craftsmanshipskills of particular materials and processes associatedwith a specific studio art. May be repeated for credit when<strong>course</strong> topics change. Transfer credit: UC; CSU.ASTRONOMY (ASTR)ASTR 100 INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY (3)Minimum of 48 lecture hours plus 16 lab hours by arrangement/semester.Survey of modern astronomy, including the study ofwhat mankind understands about the universe and ourplace in it. Emphasis on how mankind has learned aboutthe planets, stars, galaxies, and their structure and formation.Quasars, pulsars, black holes, and the beginning andthe end of the universe are discussed. Transfer credit: UC;CSU (B1).ASTR 101 ASTRONOMY LABORATORY (1)Minimum of 48 lab hours/semester. Prerequisite: Com -pletion of or concurrent enrollment in ASTR 100, or equivalent.Recommended: Completion of MATH 110 with agrade of C or better, or equivalent.Constellation identification, understanding of rightascension and declination, and basic astronomical measurementsof our moon, planets, stars and universe.Telescopic and naked eye observations will be assigned.This <strong>course</strong> will develop the student’s awareness of thescientific method and how to apply it to specific problemsand their solutions. Transfer credit: UC; CSU.AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY(AUTO)Asian Automotive TechnologyAUTO 730 JAPANESE BASIC ELECTRICAL* (8)Minimum of 103 lecture hours and 77 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technologyprogram.This <strong>course</strong> involves the basic study of electrical fundamentals,automotive batteries, wiring diagrams, startingand charging systems, and lighting systems. Primaryemphasis on testing, diagnosis, and repair. This <strong>course</strong>will prepare the student for the California Lamp AdjustersLicense. Transfer credit: CSU.*This <strong>course</strong> is also the required core <strong>course</strong> for theJapanese Automotive Technology Associate Degree.AUTO 743 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (.5)Minimum of 8 lecture hours and 8 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technologyprogram.This <strong>course</strong> involves the basic study of automotivepre-delivery service (PDS) and routine service proceduresincluding locating rattles, noises, radio and mirror installation,lubrication and other basic service procedures.Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 749 ASIAN ENGINE PERFORMANCE (15)Minimum of 185 lecture hours and 175 lab hours/semester.Pre requisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology<strong>Program</strong>.Basic study of ignition systems, fuel systems, emissioncontrol, computer control, and driveability diagnostics.Students will receive instruction necessary to take theAutomotive Service Excellence examination in the area ofEngine Performance. Transfer credit: CSU.Automotive Technology <strong>Program</strong>AUTO 510 BASIC HYBRID POWERTRAINS (2.5)Minimum of 40 lecture hours and 8 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: AUTO 713 or AUTO 773, and AUTO 751, orequivalent industry experience.A survey of today’s hybrid vehicle powertrains. Handsonexperience performing scheduled hybrid maintenanceservices. Introduction to hybrid vehicle diagnosis andrepair. Development of entry-level skills needed to workon hybrid vehicles in a professional environment. Transfercredit: CSU.142 w w w. S k y l i n e C o l l e g e . e d u <strong>2011</strong> – 2 012 C ATA L O G

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