2011 - 2012 Student Calendar - Helena College of Technology

Automotive TechnologyThe Automotive Technology curriculum consists of eight areas of study as defined by the National Institute for AutomotiveService Excellence (ASE) and is certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This nonprofitcorporation is dedicated to improving the quality of automotive service and repair as well as assisting in training andprogram development throughout the nation. The eight content areas of study, along with the College’s general educationrequirements, are structured into four groups with all eight areas of study being offered during a two-year period. Successfulcompletion of this program will enable students to enter the automotive job market.Upon admission to the Automotive Program, students are required to purchase a tool set as outlined in the tool sectionof this catalog. Students are also required to purchase school-approved coveralls and red rags for use in the shops and areresponsible for a cleaning fee each semester.Faculty Advisors:Length of Program:Type of Program:Semester of Entry:Dave Jones and Steve Schlauch4 SemestersAssociate of Applied ScienceFall and Spring. The suggested sequence in this catalog is for students entering in the fall semester.Please see your advisor for a suggested spring entry sequence.First SemesterCourseNumber Course Title Credits AUTO105 Manual Drive Trains and Axles....................................................................................................... 7 AUTO109 Electrical/Electronic Systems I......................................................................................................... 8 M111T Technical Mathematics...................................................................................................................... 3Total Credits..................................................................................................................................... 18Second Semester AUTO110 Engine Repair..................................................................................................................................... 6 AUTO113 Electrical/Electronic Systems II........................................................................................................ 4 AUTO130 Heating and Air Conditioning......................................................................................................... 5 CAPP131 Basic MS Office................................................................................................................................... 3Total Credits..................................................................................................................................... 18 (36)Third Semester AUTO216 Engine Performance I........................................................................................................................ 8 AUTO221 Brakes and Chassis............................................................................................................................ 6 WRIT121T Introduction to Technical Writing................................................................................................... 3Total Credits..................................................................................................................................... 17Fourth Semester AUTO225 Automatic Transmissions / Transaxles and Lab............................................................................ 7 AUTO231 Engine Performance II....................................................................................................................... 5 AUTO260 Applied Lab Experience and Light Repair..................................................................................... 4 HR110T Career Development and Human Relations.................................................................................. 3Total Credits..................................................................................................................................... 19 (72)Upon their successful graduation in the Automotive Technology Program at UM-Helena, a 4-year B.S. degree in AutomotiveTechnology is available through a partnership at Montana State University-Northern.UM-Helena College of Technology 2011 - 2012 Academic Catalog 49