Skyline College Catalog 2011-2012 Program & course descriptions ...

AUTO 511 PRINCIPLES OF HYBRID AND ELECTRICDRIVES (7)Minimum of 104 lecture hours and 24 lab hours/semester.A comprehensive survey of today’s hybrid vehiclepowertrains. Lectures on subjects such as battery packs,power electronics, and electric motor theory are supportedby labs covering intermediate and advanced diagnosisof hybrids and/or electric drives. This course is acore requirement of the Hybrid and Electric Drives certificateprogram. Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 665 SELECTED TOPICS IN AUTOMOTIVETECHNOLOGY (.5-1.5)(Pass/No Pass)Minimum of 8 lecture hours per .5 unit plus lab hours byarrangement.These short courses are designed for automotiveprofessionals who need to meet current Smog Checklicensing requirements and prepare for the AutomotiveService Excellence (ASE) certification test. Each topic maybe repeated twice for credit. Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 708 AUTOMOTIVE PRINCIPLES LAB (1-2)(Pass/No Pass or letter grade.)Minimum of 16 lecture hours and 32 lab hours/semester.Student is encouraged to perform minor maintenanceprocedures for own vehicle. A general elective for thosedesiring a basic knowledge of the automobile. May berepeated for credit on a space available basis a maximumof three times. Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 709 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE ORIENTATION (2.5)Minimum of 24 lecture hours and 48 lab hours/semester.Entry-level job skills necessary to gain employment inthe automotive service industry. Students will learn tireservices, oil and filter changes, vehicle lubrication, batterytesting, and pre-delivery inspection procedures. May berepeated once for credit. Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 710 FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTOMOTIVETECHNOLOGY (4)Minimum of 48 lecture hours and 48 lab hours/semester.An introduction to the Automotive Technology programand profession. A survey of the basic tools and fastenersand related mathematics required in automotive service.This course is recommended for those students whodesire entrance into the Automotive Technology day program.Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 713 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICITY ANDELECTRONICS (15 )Minimum of 180 lecture hours and 180 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technology Program.This course involves the study of electrical fundamentals,electrical test equipment, automotive batteries, startingand charging systems, wiring diagrams, lighting circuits,various advanced body electrical circuits and controls.Primary emphasis on diagnosis, testing and repair.Transfer credit: CSU.AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYAUTO 716 AUTOMOTIVE COOLING/HEATING ANDAIR CONDITIONING (5)Minimum of 60 lecture hours and 60 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technology Program.Theory and operation of cooling, heating, and airconditioning systems. Lab practices include maintenance,testing, diagnosis, and repair of these systems.May be repeated once for credit. Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 721 AUTOMOTIVE STEERING, SUSPENSIONAND BRAKES (15)Minimum of 180 lecture hours and 180 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technology Program.A study of automotive steering, suspension andbrakes. Emphasis will be placed on the theory, operation,diagnosis and repair of modern braking systems, steeringand suspension systems. Topics include: four-wheelsteering, tires and wheels, supplemental inflatablerestraints, power steering, power and anti-lock brakingsystems. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer credit:CSU.AUTO 734 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE DIAGNOSISAND REPAIR (15)Minimum of 180 lecture hours and 180 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technology Program.A detailed study of various engine designs and materials.Lab will include diagnosis, inspection, repair methods,and parts necessary for complete repair. Also, variousmachines and machining operations will be covered.May be repeated once for credit. Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 735 AUTOMOTIVE TRANSMISSIONAND DRIVE TRAINS DIAGNOSIS ANDREPAIR (15)Minimum of 180 lecture hours and 180 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technology Program.A detailed study of the clutch, standard and automatictransmissions, drive lines and differentials: theory of operationincluding: friction materials, hydraulics, torque converters,gear trains, planetary gears, and controls as wellas gear ratios, torque multiplication, speeds, drive lineangles and tooth patterns. May be repeated once forcredit. Transfer credit: CSU.AUTO 751 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE (15)Minimum of 154 lecture hours and 206 lab hours/semester.Prerequisite: Admission to Automotive Technology Program.A study of the engine sub-systems responsible forgood engine performance, clean air, and fuel economy.Systems to be covered include: ignition, fuel, emission,and computer controls. Transfer credit: CSU.C O U R S E D E S C R I P T I O N S2 011 – 2 012 C ATA L O G w w w. S k y l i n e C o l l e g e . e d u143