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| Automotive Technology LPC |
| AUTO A1 | Engine Repair | 4.00 Units | ||
| An in depth study of engines: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. A study of the above mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. This class? emphasis is on engines. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR or NAUT INTR with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) or AUTO INTL and AUTO INTZ with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO A6 | Electrical/ Electronic Systems | 5.00 Units | ||
| Automotive electrical/electronic systems, including electrical circuits, ohms law, battery, starting, charging, ignition, fuel, accessories, brakes, chassis, suspension, steering, HVAC and wiring systems. Emphasis on diagnosis of electrical troubles, assembly, and repair of components and diagnostic equipment usage. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO A7 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 4.00 Units | ||
| Diagnosing, evaluation, testing, adjustment, and repair of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). Includes heat and energy, psychometrics, air flow, refrigerant recycling, equipment and controls. Student will be prepared to pass a nationally recognized HAVC certificate program, required by all California HVAC repair shops. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO A8 | Engine Performance | 5.00 Units | ||
| Principals of automotive fuel induction, ignition and emission control systems, including inspection, diagnosis and repair of fuel and emission control systems/components governed by federal and state laws and standards. Electrical diagnosis of emission control systems. Relation of chassis and body systems to emissions. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO A9 | Light Vehicle Diesel Engines | 4.00 Units | ||
| An in depth study of diesel engines: mechanical, measurement, and assembly. A study of the above mentioned components including theory, teardown, evaluate, qualifying, and rebuilding. Diesel engine performance including emissions, turbos, exhaust and intake systems. This class' emphasis is on diesel engines and diesel engine performance/emissions. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR with a minimum grade of C May be taken concurrently | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO L1 | Advanced Engine Performance | 5.00 Units | ||
| Continuation of Automotive Technology A6 and A8 with with an emphasis on diagnosis of electronic problems including computer controlled circuits/systems using schematics, diagnostic procedures and equipment. Students are strongly recommended to enroll in Automotive Lab concurrently. Prerequisite: AUTO A6 or NAUT A6 or AUTO A8 with a minimum grade of C May be taken concurrently | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO INT | Introduction to Automotive | 2.00 Units | ||
| This class is lecture only, AUTO INTL must also be taken concurrently. Bumper-to-Bumper Automotive Knowledge. Starting with hazardous waste handling, tool identification, maintenance, and lubrication, moving into engine mechanical, emissions controls, suspension systems, air conditioning, airbags and safety, transmissions, axles, and finishing off with the future of the automotive industry. This is an introductory class for people who want to know more about their vehicle or who are planning an automotive career . This class is preparation for ASE G1. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| Co-Requisites: AUTO INTL | ||||
| AUTO INTL | Intro to Auto Hands-On Lab | 2.00 Units | ||
| This is the Lab section that can only be taken if you are also taking INT. Bumper-to-Bumper Automotive Knowledge. Starting with hazardous waste handling, tool identification, maintenance, and lubrication, moving into engine mechanical, emissions controls, suspension systems, air conditioning, airbags and safety, transmissions, axles, and finishing off with the future of the automotive industry. This is an introductory class for people who want to know more about their vehicle or who are planning an automotive career. This class is preparation for ASE G1. Corequisite: AUTO INT (This is the lab section and must be taken at the same time) | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| Co-Requisites: AUTO INT | ||||
| AUTO INTZ | Auto Service and Intro Lecture | 2.00 Units | ||
| This class is lecture only, AUTO INTL must also be taken concurrently. Bumper-to-Bumper Automotive Knowledge. Starting with hazardous waste handling, tool identification, maintenance, and lubrication, moving into engine mechanical, emissions controls, suspension systems, air conditioning, airbags and safety, transmissions, axles, and finishing off with the future of the automotive industry. This is an introductory class for people who want to know more about their vehicle or who are planning an automotive career. Corequisite: AUTO INTL | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| Co-Requisites: AUTO INTL | ||||
| AUTO LABC | Spec. Bench Work Auto Lab | 2.00 Units | ||
| Automotive Lab Specialized Bench Work is an open laboratory class for automotive students. This class is for students desiring to expand their hands-on experience using shop equipment. This class specializes in rebuilding automotive parts. The instructor will provide technical and supervisory support to guide students in the completion of their self-initiated projects. Service information via computer service manuals will be available for students to use for vehicle information and research. Class is recommended for second year students only. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR or NAUT INTR or AUTO INTL and AUTO INTZ with a a minimum grade of C May be taken concurrently | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO LABD | Specialized Electronic Wk Auto | 2.00 Units | ||
| Automotive Lab Specialized Electronic Work is an open laboratory class for automotive students. This class is for students desiring to expand their hands-on experience using shop equipment. This class specializes in electronics work. This includes accessories, EV, hybrid, and aftermarket electrical. The instructor will provide technical and supervisory support to guide students in the completion of their self-initiated projects. Service information via computer service manuals will be available for students to use for vehicle information and research. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR or NAUT INTR or AUTO INTL and AUTO INTZ with a a minimum grade of C May be taken concurrently | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO SDR | Specified Diagnostic & Repair | 5.00 Units | ||
| This is a Bureau of Automotive Repair approved alternative to the ASE A6, A8 and L1 certification required for obtaining and maintaining smog technician license. This course will follow BAR guidelines for smog licence prep. Student may or may not qualify for license exam after taking this class. For more information see www.smogcheck.ca.gov | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO L1L2 | Smog Level One and Level Two | 5.50 Units | ||
| This course includes classes/modules the State of California's requires for a student/automotive technician to be prepared to take their Smog License Test. This class will include Level One and Level Two smog training only. At the end of the class students may or may not qualify for either EI or EO smog license. See www.smogcheck.ca.gov for more information. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO LABA | Beginning Automotive Lab | 2.00 Units | ||
| Beginning Automotive Lab is an open laboratory class for basic automotive students. This class is for students desiring to expand their hands-on experience using their own vehicle. The instructor will provide technical and supervisory support to guide students in the completion of their self- initiated projects. Service information via computer service manuals will be available for students to use for vehicle information and research. Prerequisite: AUTO INTR or NAUT INTR with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) or AUTO INTL and AUTO INTZ with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| AUTO LABB | Advanced Automotive Lab | 2.00 Units | ||
| Automotive Lab Advanced is an open laboratory class for advanced automotive students. This class is for students desiring to expand their hands-on experience using their own vehicle. The instructor will provide technical and supervisory support to guide students in the completion of their self-initiated projects. Students are expected to help others in class and be able to work without guidance. Service information via computer service manuals will be available for students to use for vehicle information and research. The class is recommended for second year students only. Prerequisite: AUTO LABA or NAUT LABA with a minimum grade of C and AUTO INTR or NAUT INTR with a minimum grade of C or AUTO INTL and AUTO INTZ with a minimum grade of C (May be taken concurrently) or NAUT INTR with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
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