Course Description
An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, fasteners, professional responsibilities, and automotive maintenance. May be taught manufacturer specific.

Course Focus
This course includes a substantial amount of hands-on learning activities, which cannot be rescheduled. Regular attendance is mandatory for successful completion of the course.

Text and References
Automotive Technology Principles, Diagnosis and Service 4th Edition: James D. Halderman
Automotive Laboratory Exercises: Donald W. Jones
Selected Manufacturer Specific Materials/Publications
Selected Internet and Online Resources

Course Goals
The following list of course goals will be addressed in the course. Goals marked with a * must be completed to pass the course.
1. explain general automotive shop safety procedures
2. explain automotive hazardous materials safety procedures
3. demonstrate safe vehicle lifting procedure*
4. complete online Mechanical Safety Training course with a score of 80% or greater*
5. complete online Pollution Prevention Training course with a score of 80% or greater*
6. define technician responsibilities
7. write vehicle repair order
8. estimate automotive repair labor
9. identify common automotive tools and equipment
10. explain automotive hand/power tool usage
11. demonstrate proper soldering techniques
12. explain common automotive measuring systems
13. demonstrate precision measuring tool usage
14. explain fasteners gaskets/seals and sealant usage
15. identify automotive service data sources
16. interpret vehicle identification number information
17. locate vehicle service information
18. complete online MLR: Service and Safety course with a score of 70%or greater*
19. interpret vehicle maintenance schedules
20. perform a vehicle inspection
21. replace engine oil/filter*
22. rotate tires
23. balance tires*
24. mount and dismount a tire*
25. flush cooling system*
26. identify brake system components
27. explain brake system operation
28. explain anti-lock brake system operation
29. complete online MLR: Brakes course with a score of 70% or greater*
30. explain tire rating systems
31. identify suspension system types
32. identify suspension system components
33. define basic alignment wheel angles
34. explain steering gear operation
35. complete online MLR: Steering and Suspension course with a score of 70% or greater*
36. explain engine operation
37. explain engine rating and identification systems
38. explain fuel ignition and emission control system operation
39. complete online MLR: Engines course with a score of 70% or greater*

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
• Apply safety standards when working in an automotive service facility
• Explain service facility operational procedures and technician responsibilities
• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of common automotive hand tools and measuring equipment
• Demonstrate proficiency in locating, identifying and following procedures in online service information resources
• Perform a multipoint vehicle condition inspection and recommend necessary service
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance service procedures in accordance with industry guidelines

Final Grade
20% - Attendance and Participation
20% - Lab Grade
20% - Quizzes and Homework
20% - Exams (written and/or practical)
20% - Final Exam (written and/or practical)

A = 90 to 100 points
B = 80 to 89 points
C = 70 to 79 points
F = Below 70 points
I = Incomplete

Financial Aid Statement
Students who are receiving any form of financial aid should check with the Financial Aid Office prior to withdrawing from classes. Withdrawals may affect your eligibility to receive further aid and could cause you to be in a position of repayment for the current semester. Students who fail to attend or participate after the drop date are also subject to this policy.

Receiving Your Grades
End-of-semester grades will not be mailed to you by the college. To receive your grades you have two options: through the Internet or through the Telephone Touch-Tone System. Depending on your choice use the following directions:

Internet Access to Grades
1. Go to the Dallas County Community College website - http://www.dcccd.edu
2. Next, click on eConnect at the top of the page.
3. Now click on Credit student menu
4. Next click on My Personal Information
5. Now click on My Grades
6. Enter your seven digit student ID
7. Enter your password or if it is your first time to use the system enter your date of birth
8. Now select the term you wish to review
9. Next, select the grade type
10. Click on submit

Telephone Access to Grades
1. Dial 972-613-1818
2. Press 2 for grades
3. Press 1 – wait for directions to enter your seven digit Student ID number
4. Enter PIN
5. Select correct option for the semester grades you are inquiring about

Stop Before You Drop
For students who enrolled in college level courses for the first time beginning in the fall of 2007, Texas Education Code 51.907 limits the number of courses a student may drop. You may drop no more than 6 courses during your entire undergraduate career unless the drop qualifies as an exception. Your campus counseling/advising center will give you more information on the allowable exceptions. Remember that once you have accumulated 6 non-exempt drops, you cannot drop any other courses with a “W”. Therefore, please exercise caution when dropping courses in any Texas public institution of higher learning, including all seven of the Dallas County Community Colleges. For more information, you may access: https://www1.dcccd.edu/coursedrops