SVCC College Catalog

AUT 101-102 INTRODUCTION  TO AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS I-II (3-4 cr.) (3-4 cr.)   Introduces fundamental systems of automobile, the engine, fuel, exhaust, electric, lubrication, cooling, transmission, steering, brake, and suspension systems. Teaches theory and function of each system. Demonstrates operation. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

AUT 109 APPLIED MATHEMATICS FOR AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS (3 cr.)   Introduces arithmetic skills, conversion of units, consumer mathematics, solution of linear algebraic expression, and the solving of applied problems in torque, horsepower, piston displacement. Lecture 3 hours per week.

AUT 111-112 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINES I-II (3 cr.)  Presents analysis of power, cylinder condition, valves and bearings in the automotive engine to establish the present condition, repairs or adjustments. Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 2-3 hours. Total 4-6 hours per week.

AUT 121-122 AUTOMOTIVE FUEL SYSTEMS I-II (3-4 cr.)––Analyses major domestic and foreign automotive fuel systems to include carburetors and fuel injection systems. Includes detailed inspection and discussion of fuel tanks, connecting lines, instruments, filters, fuel pumps, superchargers, and turbo chargers. Also includes complete diagnosis, troubleshooting, overhaul and factor adjustment procedures of all major carbureted and fuel injection systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 0-3 hours. Total 3-6 hours per week.

AUT 161-162 AUTOMOTIVE DIAGNOSIS I-II (3 cr.)––Introduces principles of automotive maintenance using modern diagnostic methods. Uses theory and laboratory experiments designed to explain and illustrate the scientific basis of modern electronic and mechanical diagnostic procedures. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.

AUT 241-242 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICITY I-II (3 cr.)  Introduces electricity and magnetism, symbols and circuitry as applied to the alternators, regulators, starters, lighting systems, instruments and gauges. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

AUT 267 AUTOMOTIVE SUSPENSION AND BRAKING SYSTEMS (3-4 cr.)   Presents  the operation, design, construction, repair and servicing of braking and suspension systems.  Explains use of tools and test equipment, evaluation of test results, estimation and repair cost, front and rear suspension alignment, power and standard steering, and power, standard and disc brakes.  Lecture 2-3 hours.  Laboratory 2-3 hours.  Total 4-6 hours per week.