COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: AUMT - Automotive Mechanic Technician

AUMT 1305. INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (1-7-3) 47.0604
An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, fasteners, professional responsibilities and automotive maintenance. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 1307. AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS (1-7-3) 47.0604
An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory, testing, diagnosis and repair of batteries, charging and starting systems and electrical accessories. Emphasis on electrical schematic diagrams and service manuals. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 1310. AUTOMOTIVE BRAKE SYSTEMS (1-7-3) 47.0604
Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Emphasis on safe use of modern equipment. Topics include brake theory, diagnosis and repair of power, manual, antilock brake systems and parking brakes. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 1316. AUTOMOTIVE SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEMS (1-7-3) 47.0604
Theory and operation of automotive suspension and steering systems including tire and wheel problem diagnosis, component repair and alignment procedures. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 1319. AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REPAIR (CAPSTONE) (1-7-3) 47.0604
Fundamentals of engine operation, diagnosis and repair including lubrication systems and cooling systems. Emphasis on overhaul of selected engines, identification and inspection, measurements and disassembly, repair and reassembly of the engine. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 1345. AUTOMOTIVE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (1-7-3) 47.0604
Theory of automotive air conditioning and heating systems. Emphasis on the basic refrigeration cycle and diagnosis and repair of system malfunctions. Covers Environmental Protection Agency guidelines for refrigerant handling and new refrigerant replacements. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 2301. AUTOMOTIVE MANAGEMENT (3-0-3) 47.0604
Instruction in human relations, customer relations and customer satisfaction. Emphasis on management techniques and building relationships between the service department and the customer. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 2313. AUTOMOTIVE DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES (1-7-3) 47.0604
A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 2317. AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS I (1-7-3) 47.0604
Theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of basic engine dynamics, ignition systems and fuel delivery systems. Use of basic engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 2321. AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL LIGHTING AND ACCESSORIES (1-7-3) 47.0604
Repair of automotive electrical subsystems, lighting, instrumentation and accessories. Emphasis on accurate diagnosis and proper repair methods using various troubleshooting skills and techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 2325. AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE (1-7-3) 47.0604
A study of the operation, hydraulic principles and related circuits of modern automatic transmissions and automatic transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly and assembly procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools and proper repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 2328. AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE (1-7-3) 47.0604
Mastery of automotive vehicle service and component systems repair. Emphasis on mastering current automotive competencies covered in related theory courses. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 2334. AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS II (1-7-3) 47.0604
Diagnosis and repair of emission systems, computerized engine performance systems and advance ignition and fuel systems; and proper use of advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

AUMT 2437. AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS (2-6-4) 47.0604
Topics address electrical principles, semiconductor and integrated circuits, digital fundamentals, microcomputer systems and electrical test equipment as applied to automotive technology. May be taught manufacturer specific. Assessment Levels: R1, E1, M1.

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