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| Noncredit Automotive Tech- LPC |
| NAUT L1 | Advanced Engine Performance | .00 Units | ||
| Continuation of Automotive Technology A6 and A8 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. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| NAUT A1 | Engine Repair | .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 or AUTO INTL and AUTO INTZ with a minimum grade of C May be taken concurrently | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| NAUT A9 | Light Vehicle Diesel Engines | .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?s emphasis is on diesel engines and diesel engine performance/emissions. Students are encouraged to enroll in Automotive Laboratory concurrently. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| NAUT CA1 | Engine Repair Concepts | .00 Units | ||
| This class is lecture-only and non-credit. 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. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| NAUT CA9 | Light Vehicle Diesel Engines | .00 Units | ||
| This class is lecture only and non-credit. 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?s emphasis is on diesel engines and diesel engine performance/emissions. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| NAUT CL1 | Adv. Engine Perf. Concepts | .00 Units | ||
| This class is lecture only and non-credit. Continuation of Automotive Technology A6 and A8 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. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| NAUT INT | Introduction to Automotive | .00 Units | ||
| This class is lecture only, NAUT 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 | ||||
| NAUT INTL | Intro. to Automotive Hands-On | .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. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| NAUT LABA | Automotive Lab | .00 Units | ||
| 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. Instructor will provide technical and supervisory support to guide students in 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 minimum grade of C May be taken concurrently | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| NAUT SDR | Specified Diagnostic and Rep. | .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 licenses. This course will follow BAR guidelines for smog license 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 | ||||
| NAUT CSDR | Specified Diagnostic & Repair | .00 Units | ||
| This class is lecture-only and non-credit. This class does not count towards a person's smog license; this class is aimed at people who would like to learn more about smog but are not interested in taking the State test. This class is also good for working technicians who have a difficult time passing ASE A6, A8, and L1 and would like a review. This is a Bureau of Automotive Repair alternative to the ASE A6, A8 and L1 certifications. This class is intended to allow California drivers to understand the training and laws of the smog check program. Student will not qualify for the license exam after taking this class. For more information see www.smogcheck.ca.gov | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
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