Automotive Service Management — Philadelphia
AUTO210AST — Degree Program
CIP Code: 47.0604
SOC Code: 49-3023
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| Total Semester Credit Hours | 76.0 |
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| Instructional Hours | 1920 |
| Weeks to Complete — Day | Approximately 74 weeks (including holidays and scheduled breaks) |
Program Objective
This degree is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding and hands-on application of industry standard automotive repair and service techniques. The program also provides information on the latest automotive repair tools, diagnostic and service equipment, and techniques as well as important safety, personal protection, and hazardous material handling strategies for students to use in protecting themselves and the environment. Graduates of this degree program will be presented with the entry-level knowledge and skills required to correctly test, diagnose, replace, repair and adjust as necessary the components of the mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and accessories systems on current automobiles. Upon graduation, the student will be qualified for entry-level positions in the automotive service career field as a technician capable of analysis, problem solving, performing most common service operations and under supervision, more specialized or involved tasks with a dealer, independent shop or other service outlet. The general education component will provide the student with the communication, business, and critical thinking skills necessary to pursue other employment opportunities within the industry. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.
Courses
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Lecture Hours 58 Lab / Shop Hours 62 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102 must precede all automotive/diesel courses.
Course Description
The overall goal of this course is to facilitate a smooth transition to school by engaging the student in curriculum focusing on academic, career, and life skills. Students will make connections with key personnel within the school that will assist with their questions and provide guidance throughout their education.
The student will be introduced to automotive systems, industry certifications, and job opportunities. Students will learn essential skills for the vehicle technician including safety, equipment fundamentals, and the proper use of measurement tools such as dial indicators, micrometers, and calipers.
The automotive content will be balanced by an emphasis on skills that will enable students to be successful in school and in life. These skills will include time management, financial management, goal setting, learning strategies, career planning, and critical thinking strategies.
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Lecture Hours 38 Lab / Shop Hours 82 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with a detailed study of the modern internal combustion gasoline engine from the basic principles of design and operation to inspection, precision measurement, fitting, and reconditioning, including cooling systems, coolants, lubricating systems, and engine lubricants. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose various engine concerns through visual and auditory inspection. Students will learn how to disassemble, measure, troubleshoot, service, and reassemble a gasoline powered internal combustion engine.
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Lecture Hours 48 Lab / Shop Hours 72 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course is designed to provide comprehensive coverage of late model gasoline fuel systems from the properties of gasoline to the by-products of combustion, including fuel supply and air induction systems, related emissions controls, and the principles of turbocharging. Emphasis is placed on troubleshooting, replacement, overhaul, and adjustment of fuel injection systems, including computer control models. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to use diagnostic scan tools to retrieve emission control trouble codes and determine necessary repairs. Students will learn how to diagnose no-start/no-fuel problems on hot and cold engines. Students will learn how to operate exhaust gas analysis equipment and determine necessary action.
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Lecture Hours 48 Lab / Shop Hours 72 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with practical theory in basic and solid state circuitry, including body electrical systems, operation and service of automotive storage batteries, automobile charging systems, starting systems, and lighting systems. Students will evaluate components using both conventional and electronic diagnostic equipment. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose basic electrical, charging, starting, and lighting circuits through the use of diagnostic equipment to include test lights, multimeters, and continuity testers.
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Lecture Hours 43 Lab / Shop Hours 77 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102, AT102, AT103 Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with knowledge of conventional and computerized engine control systems and scientific engine testing and tune-up. Students will receive detailed instruction on operating principles, testing, replacement and repair of the ignition systems. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose mechanical and electrical engine and control systems and determine needed action. Students will learn how to use diagnostic scan tools to retrieve engine, body, and other computerized control module trouble codes to determine condition, status, and determine needed action.
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Lecture Hours 34 Lab / Shop Hours 86 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 4.5 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive coverage of drive train components, including theory, operating principles, service, and repair techniques of the clutch, differential and rear axles. Gearing, levers, hydraulics, component design, troubleshooting, replacement, disassembly, repair, service techniques, and assembly are emphasized. Manual and 4X4 transfer gear boxes, drive-shafts, U-joints, front and rear differentials, and manual transaxles are featured. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose, inspect, remove and replace a clutch. Students will learn how to diagnose, clean, inspect, disassemble, and reassemble a transmission/transaxle. Students will learn how to diagnose, inspect, remove, replace, and service front wheel-drive components and rear-wheel drive components.
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Lecture Hours 38 Lab / Shop Hours 82 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course has been developed to provide the student with knowledge and skills needed to successfully diagnose and make needed repairs to automatic transmissions and transaxles. Emphasis is placed on power-flow, operation, design, servicing equipment, troubleshooting, disassembly, inspection, replacement, assembly, testing, and adjustment. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to perform necessary diagnostic tests using special equipment including scan tools to retrieve transmission/transaxle related trouble codes. Students will learn how to perform necessary service, repairs, and adjustments to automatic transmissions and transaxles.
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Lecture Hours 48 Lab / Shop Hours 72 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with theory and application of automobile air conditioning and heating systems. Students will also be presented with the operation of various automobile accessories to include: power windows, door locks, and seats, and air bag operation and service. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose abnormal operation of air conditioning and heating systems, remove and replace air conditioning and heating system components, and evacuate and recharge automobile air conditioning systems.
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Lecture Hours 48 Lab / Shop Hours 72 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102, AT103 Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with a more in-depth knowledge of electrical and electronic principles, and advanced circuit applications. Students will learn about automobile computerized control systems as they apply to engine and body control as well as transmission, suspension, braking systems, and other computerized systems. Computer operation, sensors, and actuators are emphasized. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose automotive electrical and electronic circuits using a variety of diagnostic equipment to include digital volt-ohm meters, continuity testers, test lights, graphing multimeters, and oscilloscopes. Students will learn how to use diagnostic scan tools to retrieve trouble codes from vehicle computers and determine necessary repairs.
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Lecture Hours 38 Lab / Shop Hours 82 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 5.0 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course is designed to provide comprehensive coverage of design, operating principles, maintenance and service of the automotive brake systems and traction control. Emphasis is placed on diagnosis and service of rotors and drums with measuring and resurfacing included. Anti-lock braking is covered from operating principles through diagnosis and service. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose mechanical and hydraulic problems within the vehicle braking systems. Students will learn how to diagnose computer control problems within the anti-lock and traction control systems.
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Lecture Hours 34 Lab / Shop Hours 86 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 4.5 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course is designed to provide the student with detailed instruction of the design and operating principles, maintenance and service of automobile suspension and steering systems including steering geometry and alignment angles. Emphasis is placed on wheel alignment procedures, including computerized four-wheel alignment. Service and diagnostics are stressed including McPherson struts, rack and pinion steering systems, and tire design and applications. New technologies are covered to incorporate electronic steering, and in-depth coverage of computerized suspension systems. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to diagnose, inspect, and service steering system components using industry standard equipment. Students will learn how to diagnose inspect, remove and replace rear-wheel and front-wheel drive suspension component. Students will learn how to perform alignments on front and rear wheel drive vehicles.
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Lecture Hours 24 Lab / Shop Hours 96 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 3.0 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course is designed to provide the students with exposure to an actual shops environment, procedures, and protocol by applying prominent skills obtained in previous courses. Emphasis is placed on the removal and replacement of both engines and transaxles. Methods of securing future employment and the preparation of resumes are highlighted. Knowledge testing and skills application are highlighted among the topics. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems.
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Lecture Hours 24 Lab / Shop Hours 96 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 120 Total Credits 3.0 Prerequisites IN102 Course Description
This course has been designed to provide the student with an orientation and introduction to the management and business component of the automotive industry. The management and procedures associated with automotive related businesses are emphasized including employee/employer expectations, the service write-up process, business organizational structure, career opportunities, customer relations, personnel management, facilities, business records, insurance, and safety. Knowledge relating to management practices within an automotive business will help the student adapt and acclimate to the working environment. Students will learn how to complete repair orders containing customer and vehicle information and corrective action. Students will learn how to research vehicle service information with computer and internet based electronic retrieval systems. Students will learn how to prepare an employment resume and application. Students will learn how to complete various forms used in automotive businesses. Students will learn how to properly interview for employment.
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Lecture Hours 45 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 45 Total Credits 2.0 Prerequisites None Course Description
In this course, students will learn important computer and digital technology concepts and skills necessary to succeed in careers and in life. No prior computer experience is assumed. Students will become familiar with essential concepts, including an introduction to computers and the Internet, and computer hardware and software. Students will learn about computer networks, e-mail, and Internet security and privacy. Skills introduced are essential and valuable for all professions. They include operating systems and file management, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, Web research, and personal information management.
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Lecture Hours 45 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 45 Total Credits 2.0 Prerequisites None Course Description
This course focuses on interpersonal and social skills and includes instruction on the topics of personnel psychology; supervisory psychology; and principals of supervision. In addition, this course exposes students to problem solving, decision making, conflict and change management, and group relations in personal and professional settings.
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Lecture Hours 45 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Total Hours 45 Total Credits 2.0 Prerequisites None Course Description
In this course, the students will learn about the study of human behavior and social institutions, their roles as individuals in society; in groups and their impact on the social institutions with which they interact. In addition, look at political systems and political behavior and how these concepts relate to individuals in society.
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Lecture Hours 45 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Total Hours 45 Total Credits 2.0 Prerequisites None Course Description
This course will help students gain professional writing skills needed to create business documents including reports, letters, emails, and brochures.Includes choosing appropriate information from research and developing a professional tone to ethically connect with the audience, along with format and layout to best distribute information. Additional topics include ethics and purpose in writing necessary in the workplace.
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Lecture Hours 45 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 45 Total Credits 2.0 Prerequisites None Course Description
This course focuses on the systematic study of ethical issues in the workplace and public life through active and critical thinking. Includes the application of problem solving by exploring language and perception surrounding the workplace and society. Explores professional application through reasoning and relating all sides of contemporary social dilemmas.
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Lecture Hours 45 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 45 Total Credits 2.0 Prerequisites None Course Description
This course covers concepts from algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics, and applications relevant to these topics. Topics include but are not limited to: unit conversions, basic geometry and fundamental elements of trigonometry including oblique triangles, elementary statistics, and metric measurements. Emphasis is on technically oriented applications and activities to build skills in applied problem solving.
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Lecture Hours 45 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 45 Total Credits 2.0 Prerequisites None Course Description
This course focuses on the comprehensive study of communication and spans the study of communication and its impact in the work place. Includes instruction in interpersonal, group, organizational, and intercultural communication; theories of communication; critical thinking, argumentation, and persuasion; written communication; electronic media; media and culture; effects of mass media; media criticism; and methods of inquiry; mass communication/media studies, old and new media technologies, and social and professional applications.
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Lecture Hours 45 Lab / Shop Hours 0 Internship Hours 0 Total Hours 45 Total Credits 2.0 Prerequisites None
Course Description
This course focuses on major topics, concepts processes and interrelationships of physical phenomena of the world, including, introductions to chemistry, physics, geology and astronomy, and measurements of properties of matter, water, heat and electricity, which will provoke critical thinking skills and highlight how these relationships affect human life and are applicable to the professional workplace.
Notes:
IN102 – Driving Your Performance must precede all technical courses.
Course numbers are for reference only. The sequence of course offerings may vary depending on scheduling needs. Contact the School’s Director of Education for details.
Maximum Time Frame (MTF) - 114.0
*Mode of Delivery: Residential, Blended Learning or Online are the methods we may use to deliver content in each course. The Residential courses are offered on ground at the campus. Blended courses are offered by delivering a fraction of the course in an online format as well as traditional face to face method. Online courses are delivered 100% online. The Blended delivery and online delivery plan will implement distance education activities into each course in the program of study. The use of simulations, case studies, assessments and multimedia will be used to enhance the students understanding of the learning objectives outlined in the course syllabus.
The listing of credits is not meant to imply that credits can be transferred into college or other private career school programs. Transfer credits are at the sole discretion of the receiving school.