COA 09-11 Catalog - Peralta Colleges

automotive technology (atech)85Drivetrain SpecialistDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsFIRST SEMESTERATECH 21 Transportation Technology Principles 4ATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4BUS 208* Communication Skills for Technicians 3MATH 225* Math for Technicians 3Semester Total 14SECOND SEMESTERATECH 15 Drivetrain/Transmissions 10Semester Total 10THIRD SEMESTERATECH 45 Adv Automotive Transaxles 10Semester Total 10Total Required Units: 34*Candidates for the AS Degree should take additionalMathematics and English classes required for that degree.Light-Duty Auto RepairStudents completing the following required courses willbe eligible for the Certificate of Proficiency in Light-Duty Auto Repair. Confer with a counselor or divisiondean concerning the specific pattern of requirements forthis program.Certificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4ATECH 26 Introduction to Automotive ElectricalSystems 4ATECH 24A Computer Controls and Fuel Injection 4ATECH 234 Introduction to Brakes, Alignment andHeadlamp Aiming 4Total Required Units: 16ATECH 10Automotive Chassis10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to automotive chassis systems: Principlesof automotive brake and suspension systems, wheelbalance, tire service, suspension and headlampalignment; maintenance, troubleshooting procedures,and proper use of alignment and balancing machines,brake lathes and other diagnostic equipment; diagnosis,disassembly, inspection, and rebuilding of suspensionand brake systems; emphasis on proper use of manualsand safe use of tools and equipment; preparation for CAState Brake and Lamp licensing exams. 0948.00ATECH 11Engines, Fuel and Ignition Systems10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Acceptable for credit: CSUPrinciples of automotive engines, fuel and ignitionsystems: Tool and equipment safety, maintenanceprocedures, use of diagnostic equipment, minor headand block machining; diagnosis, disassembly, inspection,and rebuilding of engines, fuel and ignition systems.0948.00ATECH 12Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and BUS 208Eligible for credit by examination.Acceptable for credit: CSUBasic electrical theory and the function, diagnosis,and repair of modern automotive electrical systems:Emphasis on the use of instrumentation in the diagnosisof electrical circuits and component failures. 0948.00ATECH 14Advanced Engine Performance (Clean AirCourse, Phase I)10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 11 and 12Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Course includes 22 of the 120 hours of training mandatedby the California State Smog Inspection program.Eligible for credit by examination.Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced engine performance principles andprocedures: Generic computer and fuel-injectioncontrols and emission-control systems; preparationfor the ASE Engine Performance examination, as wellas partial preparation for the California State Test andRepair Technician examination. 0948.00ATECH 15Drivetrain and Automatic Transmissions10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Acceptable for credit: CSUTheory, operation, diagnosis, repair and maintenance ofdrivetrain and automatic transmissions: Single dry-discclutches, manual transmissions/transaxles, universaljoints, final drives, and hydraulically-controlledautomatic transmissions and transaxles. 0948.00