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FOA 151 Field Experience
5 Credits (0 Lecture 0 Lab 5 Shop)
15 Hrs/Wk (15 Hrs. Shop) *15 wks
The student works in the service department
of a local Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership.
This hands-on training, under the direction and
supervision of an experienced techni cian, reinforces
the subjects learned in FOA 100 and 152.
Prerequisite: FOA 100 and 152.
FOA 152 Auto Electrical Systems
3 Credits (2 Lecture 0 Lab 1 Shop) 9 Hrs/Wk
(2 Hrs Lecture 3 Hrs Shop) *15 wks
This course teaches basic electrical theory, use of
electrical test equipment, circuit and component
testing, and battery testing and service. In addition,
fundamentals, servicing and testing of starting
systems, charging systems, and ignition system
will also be covered as related to Ford vehicles.
FOA 190 Brakes, Steering and Suspension,
Manual Transmission and Driveline
5 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 2 Shop)
9 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture 6 Hrs. Shop) *15 wks
This course consists of three major sec tions of
instruction and lab experience. The first section
teaches basic hydraulic princi ples; operation of
brake systems; master cylinder, drum brakes,
disc brakes, power assist, parking brakes, and
anti-lock brake systems. The second section
teaches front and rear suspension systems;
manual and power steering systems; wheel
alignment; tire and wheel balance; tire wear;
noise, vibration and harshness. In addition, electronically
controlled vehicle riding height systems,
variable shock dampening, and variable
power steering assist will be cov ered. The third
section teaches manual transmission operation
and service; drive train basic principles; types of
drivelines; differentials; clutches; U-joints; RWD,
FWD, and 4-wheel drive. Prerequisites: FOA
151 or instructor permission.
FOA 191 Field Experience
5 Credits (0 Lecture 0 Lab 5 Shop)
15 Hrs/Wk (15 Hrs. Shop) *15 wks
The student works in the service depart ment
of a local Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership.
This hands-on training, under the direction and
supervision of an experi enced technician, reinforces
the subjects learned in FOA 190. Prerequisite:
FOA 190.
FOA 232 Field Experience
4 Credits (0 Lecture 0 Lab 4 Shop)
12 Hrs/Wk (12 Hrs. Shop) *15 wks
In FOA 232 the student works in the service
department of a local Ford or Lincoln/Mercury
dealership. This hands-on training, under the direction
and supervi sion of an experienced technician,
rein forces the subjects learned in FOA
270. Prerequisite: FOA 130.
FOA 240 Automatic/Manual Transmission
5 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 2 Shop)
9 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture 6 Hrs. Shop) *15 wks
This course consists of one section of instruction
and lab experience. This sec tion teaches
operating principles of Ford rear-wheel drive
automatic transmission and front-wheel drive
automatic trans axles; diagnosis; disassembly;
repair and reassembly. Prerequisite: FOA 271.
FOA 270 Computer Controlled Systems,
Engine Performance
5 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 2 Shop)
9 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture 6 Hrs. Shop) *15 wks
This course covers the fundamentals of electronic
control systems, electronic con trol system
components, automotive micro computer systems,
and electronic engine control strategies.
Also covered will be Ford’s EEC V System and
engine drive-ability diagnosis. Prerequisite:
FOA 232.
FOA 271 Field Experience
5 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 2 Shop) 9 Hrs/Wk (3
Hrs. Lecture 6 Hrs. Shop) *15 wks
In FOA 271, the student works in the serv ice
department of a local Ford or Lincoln/Mercury
dealership. This hands-on training under the direction
and supervision of an experienced technician
reinforces the subjects learned in FOA
240. Prerequisite: FOA 270.
French (FRE)
FRE 101 Beginning French I
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
This course offers an introduction to the French
language and to the cultures of French-speaking
areas of the world. The class will be communicative
and interactive: the class will be conducted
in French, and students will speak French in
every session. This course is designed for students
with no prior knowledge of French.
FRE 102 Beginning French II
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
This course offers continuing study of the French
language and the cultures of French-speaking
areas of the world. The class will be communicative
and interac tive: the class will be conducted
in French and students will speak French in
every session. This course is for students who
have completed FRE 101 or two years of high
school French. Prerequisite: FRE 101 or two
years of high school French.
Geology (GEO)
GEO 101 Geology
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
This course will cover the fundamentals of geology.
Topics covered will include rocks and
minerals, the water cycle, glaciers, oceans,
plate tectonics, volcanoes and earthquakes.
Also covered will be tools and basic science
concepts used to acquire information in each
of these areas. There is no math prerequisite,
however math concepts will be used in describing
models, and students will be expected to
solve problems using arithmetic and simple algebra
concepts.
GEO 102 Environmental Geology
3 Credits (3 Lecture 0 Lab 0 Shop)
3 Hrs/Wk (3 Hrs. Lecture) *15 wks
Environment Geology involves the relation ships
of geology, humans and their envi ronment.
The course examines the ways in which geologic
hazards (earthquakes, volcanoes, fl oods,
landslides, tsunamis and others) affect people
and the places and manners in which they live.
Additional ly, students will study the effects of
people and the activities of our daily lives on
the earth’s surface: our use of soil to grow food,
our habits-walking, driving and build ing on soils
and bedrock, extraction of drinking water from
the ground, use of petroleum and other mineral
resources, and pollution of soil and water,
as exam ples. There is no prerequisite for this
course; however, high school earth science
and/or Introductory Geology (GEO 101) would
be helpful. Basic math concepts and functions
will be incorporated into the course.
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