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Automotive Service Specialist (AUM)

OCC

Program Review:
The Automotive Service Specialist certificate is intended to provide students with specialized skills for the automotive industry. This certificate and the included courses have been evaluated by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and have met all required guidelines. The National Institute for ASE has awarded this automotive program the Master Automobile Service Technology Accreditation—the highest level of program accreditation.

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	Semester 1
	Prefix/Num	Title	Info	CR	FA2019	SP2020

AUM 1235

Fuel Systems

3

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A study of vehicle fuels and the function and service procedures for carburetion, fuel delivery and fuel injection systems.

AUM 1236

Electrical Fundamentals

5

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An introduction to the basic electrical theory of automotive service including the service and diagnosis of batteries, charging and starting systems of a vehicle. Laboratory experience in testing and servicing automotive electrical systems.

AUM 2220

Ignition & Computer Systems

5

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Theory of operation and diagnostics of automotive computer and ignition systems utilizing current diagnostic equipment and techniques.

	Semester 2
	Prefix/Num	Title	Info	CR	FA2019	SP2020

AUM 1237

Emissions Systems

3

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The study of automotive emissions and the theory and service of the various vehicle systems designed to control emission gases.

AUM 1238

Engine Service

5

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Comprehensive study of design, theory of operations and service and rebuilding procedures of automotive engines.

AUM 1239

Air Conditioning & Heating

4

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Principles of operation, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair procedures for air conditioning and heating systems.

	Semester 3
	Prefix/Num	Title	Info	CR	FA2019	SP2020

AUM 2222

Engine Performance Diagnosis

3

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A study in performance diagnostic procedures including ignition systems, fuel systems, and engine mechanical diagnosis. This course is a continuation of the material learned by the student in the Fuel Systems, Ignition & Computer Systems and Engine Service classes.

AUM 2223

Brake Systems

4

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A comprehensive study of automotive brake systems including disc brakes, drum brakes, anti-lock brake systems and other brake associated components and systems.

AUM 2290

Steering & Suspension Systems

4

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A comprehensive study of steering and suspension systems. Course topics include theory and diagnosis of tire and rim assemblies, standard and power steering systems, front and rear suspension systems and vehicle alignment. Also included are active electronic suspension systems and 4-wheel steering.

	Semester 4
	Prefix/Num	Title	Info	CR	FA2019	SP2020

AUM 1200

Automotive Topics

1

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This course is designed to cover a special topic or current issue in automotive technology. Updates to automotive protocols and procedures will also be addressed.

AUM 2224

Power Accessories

2

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An introduction to the electrical accessory systems of the automobile. Laboratory experience in testing and servicing automotive electrical systems.

AUM 2225

Drive Trains

4

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Theory and service operations for servicing propeller shafts with U-joints and constant velocity joints, clutches, both mechanical and hydraulic, transmissions, both conventional and transaxle, and differential, both conventional and limited slip.

AUM 2228

Auto Transmission & Transaxles

5

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Automatic transmission construction, operation, diagnosis, and repair. Laboratory exercises consist of automatic transmission and transaxle testing and rebuilding.

AUM 2230

Automotive Service Internship

3

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Students will work a minimum of 10 hours per week in an automotive service technology environment. The coordinator and the training supervisor will work together in establishing goals and experiences for the students. One credit hour is equivalent to a minimum of 75 hours of supervised work experience. PREREQUISITE: Completion of the first year of the program's requirements. Student must have completed or be concurrently enrolled in 12 semester hours of credit in the corresponding discipline.

We recommend that you contact an advisor before enrolling in any degree, certificate, or transfer program to ensure all requirements are met including total hours associated with transfer courses.

This is a General Education or Elective course to be selected and therefore has no schedule link.