AUMT 1405 INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (4-3-3). An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, fasteners, professional responsibilities, and automotive maintenance. Emphasis is on Automobile construction, major components, basic systems and their repair and maintenance. Fee: $16
PREREQUISITES: None
COMMON COURSE OBJECTIVES: To Prepare students for entry-level employment and certification through ASE.
TEXTS AND REFERENCES USED:
1. Automotive Technology 4th ed. (Halderman) ISBN # is 138146772
2. Manufacturer's Service Manuals
3. Selected Films and Charts from Various Sources
4. Automotive books can be found in the RVS bookstore located downstairs in Bldg. G, or from the UT CO-OP on Riverside Dr. The ISBN # is 138146772
5. Online resources: http://acconline.austincc.edu or http://www.austicc.edu/autotech/

Automotive Technology 4th ed.

(Halderman) ISBN # is 138146772

 

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY:
Using a combination of computer based instruction, lecture, and faculty demonstration, students will practice towards mastery of all required NATEF tasks,

COURSE RATIONAL: Utilizing appropriate safety procedures, Demonstrate familiarity with historical development and career information on the automotive industry; demonstrate safe, professional, and responsible work practices; identify and demonstrate the proper use of shop equipment and tools; identify and describe functions of vehicle subsystems; demonstrate the use of service publications; identify various automotive fasteners used in industry; and perform automotive maintenance.

COURSE OUTLINE:

I.  ORIENTATION AND SHOP SAFETY:   

A.   Introduction to shop test equipment.   

B.   Brief review of shop safety, with use of all shop equipment.   

C.   Orientation of use of basic hand tools used in the course.

II. COOLING SYSTEM:   

A.   Need for regulation of operating temperature of cooling systems.  

  B.   Instruction into design and function of various components used in the cooling system

III.FOUR CYCLE GASOLINE ENGINE:  

A.   Design, function, and operation of the four cycle gasoline powered engines.   

B.   Basic maintenance involved in the operation of engines.

IV. STANDARD POWER TRAIN:  

A.   Design, function, and operation of the various transmissions.   

B.   Drive lines and differentials used with the automobile.

V.  FUEL SYSTEMS: 

  A.   Design, function, and operation of two and four barrel carburetors.

   B.   Components related to the fuel system, such as the fuel pump, filters and fuel lines.   

C.   Diagnosing and repairing fuel-related problems.

VI. IGNITION SYSTEMS:   

A.   Design, function, and operation of the ignition systems, including both point and condenser type as well as solid         state.    B.   Brief look at the oscilloscope

VII.ELECTRICAL:   

A.   Basic function, of the electrical system.   

B.   Diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical problems.

VIII. SUSPENSION SYSTEMS:   

A.   Design, function, and operation of suspension in systems all automobiles.

B.   Basics of front-end alignment and wheel balanc

IX. TRANSMISSIONS:   

A.   Basic design, function, and operation of both standard and  automatic transmissions.   

B.   Care, maintenance, and minor service of transmissions.

X.  DAY TO DAY CARE AND MAINTENANCE:   

A.   Procedures for lubrication and oil and filter changes.   

B.   Normal maintenance and upkeep of various systems.