Printed on 12/4/2024
Automotive Technology - Imports
10-602-4
Associate Degree (AAS)
Full Time
64 Credits
Financial Aid Eligible
Location*:
Appleton
*If general education courses are required, they may be available at multiple locations.
The high demand for skilled import automotive technicians will put you in the driver’s seat in this career field. Your hands-on training includes electrical and electronic systems, brakes and traction control systems, engine performance, engine repair, transmissions, air conditioning systems, steering and suspension systems, and hybrid vehicles. You’ll learn about all eight areas of Automotive Service Excellence, along with hybrid vehicles. Courses in math, communications and social science will give you a well-rounded education to help advance your career. You will be prepared to become a Certified Master Technician, which is required by many dealerships. You’ll be job-ready with this program.
COURSE LIST
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Course list for reference only. Current students please refer to your individualized program plan or see your advisor.
**Outside effort hours are an estimate based on state standards, and may vary from person to person.
Technical Studies
(49 Credits)
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Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair 1
10-602-100
4Credit
144
72
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602100
- Credits: 4.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on developing skills in professionalism, safety, and the use of basic and power tools. Students are introduced to the automotive service industry and learn to use both comprehensive and manufacturer's service information to perform vehicle maintenance in 9 Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas.
AUTO PLANS (10-602-3 / 10-602-4 / 32-602-1 / 32-602-2)
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
AUTO BODY PLANS (10-405-3 / 32-405-1)
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION INSTRUCTION (10-522-6)
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair 2
10-602-101
4Credit
144
72
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602101
- Credits: 4.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service and repair vehicle braking systems with an introduction to ABS. Includes the development of skills needed to perform maintenance and repair of chassis and driveline related items.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair 3
10-602-102
4Credit
144
72
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602102
- Credits: 4.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service and repair electrical and electronic systems. Learners apply Ohm's Law to basic electrical circuit diagnosis. Develops skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair electrical and electronic systems, including batteries, starting, charging, and lighting systems, and computer control systems.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair 4
10-602-105
4Credit
144
72
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602105
- Credits: 4.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service and repair steering and suspension systems including wheel alignment procedures. Course includes maintenance and light repair of hybrid vehicles, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning as well as supplemental inflatable restraints.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Advanced Electrical Automotive
10-602-111
4Credit
144
72
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602111
- Credits: 4.00
Provides students with the fundamental knowledge needed to diagnose, service, and repair electrical and electronic systems--computer fundamentals, network communications, power accessories, and air bags. Systems include anti-lock brakes, vehicle stability enhancements, and electronic steering and suspension systems. Students will perform diagnostic procedures and apply problem-solving techniques associated with electronically controlled systems.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
AND ANY of the following options:
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Automotive Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
10-602-114
4Credit
144
72
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602114
- Credits: 4.00
Provides the student with the knowledge and skills needed to service and repair heating, cooling, and air conditioning systems. Automatic and dual zone climate control systems will also be covered. Students will learn and practice proper handling of R134a/ 1234YF refrigerants and will also be Federal 609 certified to perform automotive refrigerant repairs.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Import Alternative Fuels
10-602-130
4Credit
144
72
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602130
- Credits: 4.00
Prepares students with the knowledge needed to service and test the growing number of hybrid vehicles. Emphasizes safety precautions used during testing of high-voltage and electrical machines. This course will also cover some of the emerging market of diesel vehicles.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
TRANSP 10602100 - Auto MLR 1
TRANSP 10602111 - Advanced Electrical Automotive
TRANSP 10602133 - Import Engine Management 2
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Import Automatic Transaxles
10-602-131
4Credit
144
72
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602131
- Credits: 4.00
Introduces students to the base knowledge and skills needed to service import automatic transaxles. Principles of hydraulics and electronic controls applied to import automatic transaxles are covered. Students overhaul a variety of current import units.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
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Import Engine Management 1
10-602-132
4Credit
144
72
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602132
- Credits: 4.00
Focuses on diagnosis and repair of import engine performance concerns, specifically related to base engine, fuel, and ignition system. Emissions systems will also be introduced.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Import Engine Management 2
10-602-133
4Credit
144
72
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602133
- Credits: 4.00
Teaches students to diagnose and repair import engine performance concerns. This course will focus on computerized engine management systems, enhanced emissions, and engine control sensors.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Import Engine Mechanical
10-602-136
4Credit
144
72
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602136
- Credits: 4.00
Focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose, service, and repair import internal combustion engines. Emphasis is placed on in-vehicle repairs including engine lubrication systems and out-of-vehicle engine repair including overhaul procedures.
Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:
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Import Manual Transmissions
10-602-138
4Credit
144
72
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 144
- Outside Effort Hours: 72
- Course Number: 10602138
- Credits: 4.00
Introduces students to the basic knowledge and skills needed to repair and service import manual transmissions, drivelines, differentials, and axles.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
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Applied Science for Transportation
10-806-173
1Credit
54
0
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 0
- Course Number: 10806173
- Credits: 1.00
Engages students in hands-on activities relating the science principles involved with technical measurement, heating and cooling, fluid properties, electricity, and mechanical advantage to applications in the transportation industry.
General Studies
(15 Credits)
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Written Communication
10-801-195
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10801195
- Credits: 3.00
Develops writing skills which include prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing. A variety of writing assignments are designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas, and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Also develops critical reading and thinking skills through the analysis of a variety of written documents.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
OR ALL of the following:
Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
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Oral/Interpersonal Comm
10-801-196
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10801196
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
Focuses on developing effective listening techniques and verbal and nonverbal communication skills through oral presentation, group activity, and other projects. The study of self, conflict, and cultural contexts will be explored, as well as their impact on communication.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
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College Technical Math 1A
10-804-113
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10804113
- Credits: 3.00
Topics include: solving linear equations; graphing; percent; proportions; measurement systems; computational geometry; and right triangle trigonometry. Emphasis will be on the application of skills to technical problems. Successful completion of College Technical Mathematics 1A and College Technical Mathematics 1B is the equivalent of College Technical Mathematics 1.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ANY of the following options:
Accuplacer Algebra 250+ OR HS GPA 2.75+ OR ACT Math 18+ OR MATH 10804133 - Math & Logic OR Algebra Level 1 Coursework
Student is not in progress in Associate Degree, Apprenticeship, or Technical Diploma (31 or 32 level)
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Economics
10-809-195
3Credit
54
108
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10809195
- Credits: 3.00
Credit for Prior Learning Options Available
This course is designed to give an overview of microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international economics. Concepts include scarcity, resources, alternative economic systems, growth, supply and demand, monetary and fiscal policy, inflation, unemployment and global economic issues.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:
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Psychology of Human Relations
10-809-199
3Credit
54
108
N/A
- Instructional Hours: 54
- Outside Effort Hours: 108
- Course Number: 10809199
- Credits: 3.00
Explores the relationship between the general principles of psychology and our everyday lives. Students are given the opportunity to achieve a deepened sense of awareness of themselves and others. This understanding enables students to improve their relationships with others at work, in the family, and in society.
Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following: