Auto Service Technology (ASE)
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ASE 1002 Introduction to the Automotive Shop 2 Credits
Prepares the incoming automotive student to work in the shop safely and gain familiarity with the shop and common equipment.
ASE 1010 Automotive Brake Service I 2 Credits
Introduces the basic theory of automotive braking systems including operation, diagnosis, basic repair of disc and drum friction assemblies, and basic hydraulic braking systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program accreditation requirements.
ASE 1011 Automotive Brake Service II 2 Credits
Covers diagnostics, test procedures, and repair to automotive foundation braking system. This course also introduces the components, types of Antilock Braking Systems (ABS), and traction control systems of current vehicles. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program accreditation requirements.
ASE 1020 Basic Automotive Electricity 2 Credits
Introduces vehicle electricity, basic electrical theory, circuit designs, and wiring methods. This course focuses on multimeter usage and wiring diagrams. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 1023 Starting and Charging System 2 Credits
Covers the operation and theory of a vehicle battery, testing, service, and repair of starting and charging systems including voltage testing, draw testing. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program requirements.
ASE 1030 General Engine Diagnosis 2 Credits
Covers how to perform basic engine diagnosis to determine condition of engine including engine support systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 1032 Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair 2 Credits
Focuses on lecture and related laboratory experiences in the diagnosis, service, adjustments and repair of various automotive ignition systems.
ASE 1034 Automotive Fuel and Emissions Systems I 2 Credits
Focuses on the diagnosis and repair of automotive fuel emission control systems, filter systems, and spark plugs. This course also includes maintenance to Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) systems.
ASE 1040 Suspension and Steering I 2 Credits
Focuses on diagnosis and service of suspension and steering systems and components. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 1041 Suspension and Steering II 2 Credits
Covers design, diagnosis, inspection, service of suspension, and steering systems used on light trucks and automobiles including power steering and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) service. This course meets AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 1050 Manual Drive Train and Axle Maintenance 2 Credits
Covers the operating principles and repair procedures relating to axle-shafts, propeller shafts, and universal joints. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 1051 Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches I 2 Credits
Focuses on the diagnosis and repair of automotive manual transmissions, transaxles, clutches, and related components. This course meets AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 1052 Manual Transmission, Transaxles and Clutches II 2 Credits
Focuses on lecture and related laboratory experiences in the diagnosis and repair of automotive differentials, four wheel and all-wheel drive units.
ASE 1060 Automotive Engine Repair 2 Credits
Focuses on the service of cylinder head, valve-train components, and cooling system components including engine removal, re-installation, and re-mounting systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 1061 Automotive Engine Repair & Rebuild 3 Credits
Focuses on lecture and laboratory experiences in the disassembly, diagnosis and reassembly of the automotive engine. Topics include the diagnostic and repair procedures for the engine block and head assemblies.
ASE 2001 Automotive Parts Management I 1 Credit
Familiarizes the student with the job requirements and responsibilities of an automotive parts specialist. Included is instruction in the proper completion of parts invoices, repair orders, sales receipts and tickets, and other forms that are utilized in a parts business.
ASE 2010 Automotive Power and ABS Brake Systems 2 Credits
Covers the operation and theory of the modern automotive braking systems including the operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of the anti-lock braking systems and power assist units. This course also covers the machining operations of today's automobile brake systems. This course meets AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 2021 Automotive and Diesel Body Electrical 4 Credits
Provides a comprehensive study of the theory, operation, diagnosis, and repair of vehicle accessories.
ASE 2031 Automotive Computers and Ignition Systems 2 Credits
Focuses on lecture and laboratory experiences in the inspection and testing of typical computerized engine control systems.
ASE 2033 Auto Fuel Injection and Emissions Systems II 4 Credits
Focuses on lecture and related laboratory experiences in the diagnosis and repair of electronic fuel injection systems and modern exhaust systems.
ASE 2035 Driveability & Diagnosis 2 Credits
Focuses on diagnostic techniques and the use of diagnostic scan tools, oscilloscopes, lab scopes, multi-meters, and gas analyzers.
ASE 2040 Suspension and Steering III 2 Credits
Covers operation of steering and power steering systems. It will also include different alignment types and procedures.
ASE 2050 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service 1 Credit
Focuses on practical methods of maintaining, servicing, and performing minor adjustments on an automatic transmission and transaxle. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 2051 Automotive Transmission and Transaxle Repair 3 Credits
Covers diagnosis, principles of hydraulics, principles of electronic components, power flow, theory of operation including removal, installation, and replacement of transmission/transaxle and components. This course meets AST/MAST requirements.
ASE 2065 Heating and Air Conditioning Systems 4 Credits
Emphasizes lecture and related laboratory experiences in the diagnosis and service of vehicle heating and air conditioning systems and their components.
ASE 2182 Internship: General (Summer) 0-12 Credits
Emphasizes practical on-the-job, work-related experience that corresponds to the area of study. In this semester, the student takes all related sponsor requirements in (STS) Service Training Standards (General Motors) or (¿F.A.S.T.¿) Fundamental Automotive Systems Training (Chrysler) or others as required by the program track.
ASE 2210 Hybrid Vehicle/Electric Vehicle Safety and Operation 4 Credits
Provides an overview of HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicles) and BEV (Battery Electric Vehicles) design, layout, systems, and operations emphasizing safety procedures.