Course Descriptions       ¤ Lewis-Clark State College Catalog   2009-2011

AUTO MECHANICS
TECHNOLOGY
(TECHNICAL AND INDUSTRIAL DIVISION)

Subject Number Min.
Cr.
Max.
Cr.
Description
AUTMC-190 DIRECTED STUDY IN AUTO MECHANICS 1 6 Individually prescribed instruction and self-study
TECHNOLOGY     to meet specific training objectives. May be
      repeated. Credits earned may not directly apply to
      degree or certificate.
AUTMC-209 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION REPAIR/DIAGNOSIS 6   In-depth study of theory, service, and repair of
      modern automatic transmission, and tools and
      instruments required. Automotive practices used in
      automatic transmission, and drive train diagnosis,
      repairs, and rebuilding.
AUTMC-211 CO:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS REPAIR 1 6 Advanced on-the-job training in automatic
      transmissions. Student is a paid employee under
      employer's immediate supervision. Program
      coordinator works with employer to establish and
      maintain educational goals.
AUTMC-212 AUTOMOTIVE TUNE-UP AND DRIVABILITY 6   Consists of theory of automotive tune-up.
      Students obtain in-depth knowledge of engines and
      related systems, control systems, and relationship
      to overall engine performance. Drivability
      diagnosing emphasized to develop orderly process
      of locating faults and analysis of various
      electronics systems. Live shop process where
      acquired skills from theory portion are practiced.
      Use of electronics testing tools and automobile
      manufacturers' service manuals emphasized to guide
      each job to a successful completion. Successful
      completion of all jobs verified by instructor.
 
AUTMC-214 CO:AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS 1 6 Advanced on-the-job training with emphasis on
      automobile electronics. Program coordinator works
      with employer to establish and maintain training
      goals.
AUTMC-218 AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING/ACCESSORIES 6   In-depth study of automotive air conditioning
      systems, cruise controls, power seats, power
      windows and other convenience equipment. System
      repair of air conditioners and related systems of
      automobile included. Care and use of proper tools
      stressed. Other projects may be assigned to fit
      individual needs.
AUTMC-220 CO:AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING 1 6 On-the-job training in automotive accessories and
      electrical circuits. Student is employee of local
      business and under their immediate supervision.
      Program coordinator works with employer to
      establish and maintain training goals.
AUTMC-224 DIRECTED STUDY IN AUTO MECHANICS 1 6 Individualized instruction and self-study to meet
      specific training objectives. Provides specialized
      training. Occupational objectives established with
      advisor at registration. Credits earned based on
      difficulty and scheduled clock hours. Minimum two
      hours per school week required for each credit.
      Final grade based on effort, project results, and
      project report.
AUTMC-225 ADVANCED COMPUTERIZED FUEL SYSTEMS 6   Provides technical information necessary to
      diagnose and maintain computerized fuel systems.
      Consists of half theory, lecture, and
      demonstrations, and half internship placement at
      local business to complete assigned competency
      list.
AUTMC-227 AUTOMOTIVE PARTS COUNTER PERSON 1 6 Obtain an understanding of parts management; store
      operation and personal duties; catalog use and the
      importance of the computer in the parts industry.
      Students will learn how to deal with customers
      one-on-one as well as the use of proper telephone
      etiquette, inventory control, and parts pricing.
      Students will be expected to process parts
      requisitions, control incoming inventory, and
      order parts using the computer and the telephone.