Student Handbook and Catalog 2021-22 V2

186 | Course Descriptions
Online Orientation Course
SOLO
SOLO 100 Student Online Learning Orientation (0-0-0) The goal of
the TSTC Student Online Learning Orientation is to increase your
awareness, readiness and self-confidence in taking online learning
courses.
Technical Courses
AACT
AACT 1371 Electronics Fundamentals in Automation (2-4-3) An
entry level course in electronics to include Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's
laws, AC circuits, capacitance, inductance, and circuit analysis
techniques.
AACT 1372 Automation Safety and Compliance (2-4-3) Introduction
to safety procedures and practices relating to Automation
Applications. Includes Lock/Out tag out training, Arc flash training,
working with fluids training, first aid training and CPR certifications.
AACT 1373 Administrative Skills for Technicians (2-4-3) An
introductory course to automation administration skills. The
course covers general office administration programs, equipment
interpretation data, design of technical documentation and
communication skills use in industry.
AACT 2371 Automation Control Systems Interfacing I (2-4-3) An
introductory course to automation wiring to address industrial
needs for connecting devices as they apply to industry. Includes
basic interfacing programming, wiring methods, color coding
identification, communications wiring and the troubleshooting of
wiring faults in Automation. Prerequisite ELPT 1341
AACT 2372 Automation Control Systems Interfacing II (2-4-3)
This course explores theoretical concepts of communications
protocols programming. Emphasis in connecting devices as they
apply to industry, and concepts of networking, data collection, and
troubleshooting of Industrial Networks. Prerequisite ELPT 2319
AACT 2373 Factory I/O (2-4-3) A capstone course that provides
students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills gained
in the program. The course will be taken after completing specific
specialized courses in the program to include programmable logic
controller, Automation Control Systems Interfacing and Application
of Industrial Automatic Controls. Prerequisite ELPT 2319
ABDR
ABDR 1203 Vehicle Design and Structural Analysis (1-2-2) An
introduction to the collision repair industry with emphasis on safety,
professionalism, and vehicle structural design.
ABDR 1215 Vehicle Trim and Hardware (1-2-2) A study of vehicle
trim and glass service.
ABDR 1280 Cooperative Education - Autobody/Collision and
Repair Technology/Technician (1-0-2) Career-related activities
encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through
an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and
student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer,
the student combines classroom learning with work experience.
Includes a lecture component.
ABDR 1307 Collision Repair Welding (2-4-3) A study of industry and
standard welding and cutting procedures. Prerequisite ABDR 1215
ABDR 1323 Front and Rear Wheel Alignment (2-4-3) Study of
vehicle steering components including alignment, tire rotation, and
balancing. Prerequisite ABDR 2435
ABDR 1349 Automotive Plastic and Sheet Molded Compound
Repair (2-3-3) A comprehensive course in repair of interior and
exterior plastics including the use of various types of adhesives.
ABDR 1359 Sheet Metal Fabrication I (2-3-3) A study of the basic
shaping techniques required for fabricating sheet metal parts and
pieces. Discussion will include custom cars and street rods.
ABDR 1371 Basic Paint Techniques, Equipment & Environmental
Practices (1-6-3) An introduction to current refinishing products,
equipment and procedures used in the automotive refinishing
industry on damaged panels. Emphasis on surface preparation,
corrosion protection, masking techniques, masking techniques,
block sanding techniques, and refinishing repaired panels.
ABDR 1419 Basic Metal Repair (2-6-4) Covers basic metal principles
and working techniques including proper tool usage and product
application.
ABDR 1431 Basic Refinishing (2-6-4) An introduction to current
refinishing products, shop safety, and equipment used in the
automotive refinishing industry. Emphasis on surface preparation,
masking techniques, and refinishing of trim and replacement parts.
Prerequisite ABDR 1371
ABDR 1442 Structural Analysis and Damage Repair II (2-6-4)
Continuation of general repair and replacement procedures for
damaged structural parts and collision damage. Prerequisite ABDR
1323, ABDR 1419, ABDR 2435
ABDR 1458 Intermediate Refinishing (2-4-4) Training in mixing and
spraying of automotive topcoats. Emphasis on formula ingredient,
reducing, thinning, and special spraying techniques. Introduction
to partial panel refinishing techniques and current industry paint
removal techniques. Prerequisite ABDR 1371
ABDR 1481 Cooperative Education - Autobody/Collision and
Repair Technology/Technician (1-0-4) Career-related activities
encountered in the student's area of specialization offered through
an individualized agreement among the college, employer, and
student. Under the supervision of the college and the employer,
the student combines classroom learning with work experience.
Includes a lecture component.
ABDR 2255 Collision Repair Estimating (1-2-2) An advanced course
in collision estimating and development of a damage report utilizing
estimating software.
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