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CURRICULUM COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 255
AUT-231 Man Trans/Axles/Drtrains 3 (2-3) S
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: AUT-231A
This course covers the operation, diagnosis, and repair of manual
transmissions/transaxles, clutches, driveshafts, axles, and final drives. Topics include
theory of torque, power flow, and manual drive train service and repair using
appropriate service information, tools, and equipment. Upon completion, students
should be able to explain operational theory, diagnose and repair manual drive trains.
(2008 SP)
AUT-231A Man Trans/Axles/Drtrains Lab 1 (0-3) S
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: AUT-231
This course is an optional lab for the program that needs to meet NATEF hour
standards but does not have a co-op component in the program. Topics include
manual drive train diagnosis, service and repair using appropriate service
information, tools, and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to
diagnose and repair manual drive trains. (2007 FA)
AUT-285 Intro to Alternative Fuels 3 (2-2) S
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
This course is an overview of alternative fuels and alternative fueled vehicles. Topics
include composition and use of alternative fuels, including compressed natural gas,
propane, biodiesel, ethanol, electric, hydrogen, synthetic fuels, and vehicles that use
alternative fuels. Upon completion, students should be able to identify alternative fuel
vehicles, explain how each alternative fuel delivery system works, and make minor
repairs. (2007 FA)
BIO Biology
Initial student placement in developmental courses is based on individual college
placement testing policies and procedures. Students should begin developmental
course work at the appropriate level indicated by the college's placement test.
BIO-094 Concepts of Human Biology 4 (3-2) S SS
Prerequisites: ENG-085
Corequisites: ENG-095
This course focuses on fundamental concepts of human biology. Topics include
terminology, biochemistry, cell biology, tissues, body systems, and other related
topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate preparedness for
college-level anatomy and physiology courses. (2009 FA)
BIO-110 Principles of Biology 4 (3-3) AND
Prerequisites: ENG-085
Corequisites: None
This course provides a survey of fundamental biological principles for non-science
majors. Emphasis is placed on basic chemistry, cell biology, metabolism, genetics,
taxonomy, evolution, ecology, diversity, and other related topics. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate increased knowledge and better understanding
of biology as it applies to everyday life. Under the Comprehensive Articulation
Agreement, this course satisfies the general education Natural Science requirement