Course Descriptions
AUMT 1305 Introduction to Automotive Technology
An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices,
shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, professional responsibilities,
and basic automotive maintenance. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab required.
Prerequisite: Departmental Permit. 3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 1307 Automotive Electrical Systems
An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory,
testing, diagnosis, and repair of, charging and starting systems, and electrical accessories.
Emphasis on electrical principles, schematic diagrams, and service publications. May
be taught manufacturer specific. Lab required. Prerequisite: Departmental Permit.
3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 1310 Automotive Brake Systems
Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Topics include brake theory,
diagnosis, and repair of power, manual, anti-lock brake systems, and parking brakes.
May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab required. Prerequisite: Departmental Permit.
3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 1316 Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems
Diagnosis and repair of automotive suspension and steering systems including electronically
controlled systems. Includes component repair, alignment procedures and tire and wheel
service. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab required. Prerequisite: Departmental
Permit. 3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 1319 Automotive Engine Repair
Fundamentals of engine operation, diagnosis and repair. Emphasis on identification,
inspection, measurements, and disassembly, repair, and reassembly of the engine. May
be taught manufacturer specific. Lab required. Prerequisite: Department Permit. 3
credit hours. (W)
AUMT 1345 Automotive Climate Control Systems
Diagnosis and repair of manual/electronic climate control systems. Includes the refrigeration
cycle and EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling. May be taught manufacturer specific.
Lab required. Prerequisite: Department Permit. 3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 2307 Hybrid and/or Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) Systems Diagnostics
An advanced study of hybrid and/or battery electric vehicles (BEV) and the unique
characteristics of hybrid and/or BEV systems. Includes hybrid and/or BEV safety procedures,
diagnosis, and repair of hybrid and/or BEV systems. May be taught manufacturer specific.
Lab required. Prerequisite: Department Permit. 3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 2310 Automotive Service Consultant
Automotive service consulting skills and procedures. Includes vehicle identification,
product knowledge, shop operations, warranty service contracts, communications, customer
relations, internal relations, and sales skills. Emphasizes courtesy, professionalism,
and communication. Lab required. Prerequisite: Department Permit. 3 credit hours.
(W)
AUMT 2313 Automotive Drive Train and Axles
A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, manual transmissions/ transaxles,
and differentials with emphasis on diagnosis and repair. May be taught manufacturer
specific. Lab required. Prerequisite: Department Permit. 3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 2317 Automotive Engine Performance Analysis I
Theory, operation, diagnosis of drivability concerns, and repair of ignition and fuel
delivery systems. Use of current engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught
manufacturer specific. Lab required. Prerequisites: AUMT 2321 and AUMT 1319. 3 credit
hours. (W)
AUMT 2321 Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair
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. Lab required. Prerequisite:
Department Permit. 3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 2325 Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
A study of the operation, hydraulic circuits and electronic controls of modern automatic
transmissions and automatic transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly, and assembly procedures
with emphasis on the use of special tools and repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer
specific. Lab required. Prerequisite: Department Permit. 3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 2334 Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II
Diagnosis and repair of emission systems, computerized engine performance systems,
and advanced ignition and fuel systems. Includes use of advanced engine performance
diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. Lab required. Prerequisite:
AUMT 2317. 3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 2337 Automotive Electronics
Study of electronic principles applied to microcomputers and communication systems.
Includes digital fundamentals, and use of electronic test equipment. May be taught
manufacturer specific. Lab required. Prerequisite: Department Permit. 3 credit hours.
(W)
AUMT 2380 Cooperative Education I - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
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. Prerequisite: Departmental Permit.
3 credit hours. (W)
AUMT 2381 Cooperative Education II - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan
developed by the employer, college, and student. Includes a lecture component. Prerequisite:
Departmental Permit. 3 credit hours. (W)