Austin Community College
Spring 2009 - ALL COURSES
Course Descriptions All Courses Classroom Courses Distance Learning Courses
Updated: 07/04/2008 15:25:21
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY & OUTDOOR POWERED EQUIPMENT
16 Week Session January 20 - May 17
ABDR 1301 Auto Body Repair and Repainting
Classes will be held at Crockett High School
[0/10] 32937 Lec 001 CHS 020 M 5:30pm - 9:30pm Staff
ABDR 1307 Auto Body Welding
Classes will be held at Crockett High School
[0/10] 28138 Lec 001 CHS 020 Th 6:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
ABDR 1311 Vehicle Measurement and Damage Repair Procedures
Classes will be held at Crockett High School.
[0/10] 28135 Lec 001 CHS 020 W 5:30pm - 9:30pm Staff
ABDR 1315 Vehicle Trim and Hardware
Classes will be held at Crockett High School.
[0/8] 28134 Lec 001 CHS 020 W 5:30pm - 9:30pm Staff
SMER 1404 Marine Equipment Service Principles
[0/8] 31963 Lec 001 RVS 4201 Th 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
AUMT 1405 Introduction to Automotive Technology
Classes for Syn.28458 will be held at Crockett High School
[0/12] 28458 Lec 007 CHS TBA M 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
[0/12] 28452 Lec 001 RVS 4219 MT 1:45pm - 4:15pm OH Foster, David
[0/12] 28457 Lec 006 RVS 4209 MT 1:45pm - 4:15pm OH Estrada, Ezequiel
[0/12] 28455 Lec 004 RVS 4219 S 1:00pm - 6:00pm OH Foster, David
[0/12] 28454 Lec 003 RVS 4219 T 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Shoebroek, Michael
[0/12] 28453 Lec 002 RVS 4207 Th 5:00pm - 10:00pm OH Hernandez, Antonio
[0/12] 28456 Lec 005 RVS 4219 WTh 1:45pm - 4:15pm OH Pelham, Robert
AUMT 1407 Automotive Electrical Systems
Classes for Syn. 28464 will be held at Cypress Creek Campus.
[0/12] 28464 Lec 006 CYP 2221 M 5:00pm - 10:00pm OH Kibbe, William
[0/12] 28460 Lec 002 RVS 4219 M 5:00pm - 10:00pm OH Estrada, Ezequiel
[0/12] 28462 Lec 004 RVS 4209 S 1:00pm - 6:00pm Staff
[0/12] 28461 Lec 003 RVS 4209 Th 8:00am - 1:00pm Staff
[0/12] 28459 Lec 001 RVS 4207 W 5:00pm - 10:00pm OH Estrada, Ezequiel
[0/12] 28463 Lec 005 RVS 4209 WTh 1:45pm - 4:15pm Staff
SMER 1407 Marine Engine Overhaul
[0/8] 31964 Lec 001 RVS 4201 T 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
MTRC 1408 Motorcycle Chassis and Drive Systems
All classes will be held at Custom Cycle & Machine,1003 Grandridge Trail, Cedar Park, Texas.
[0/10] 31367 Lec 001 CCM TBA W 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
AUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Systems
[0/12] 28465 Lec 001 RVS 4219 M 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Pelham, Robert
[0/12] 28466 Lec 002 RVS 4209 T 5:00pm - 10:00pm OH Foster, David
AUMT 1416 Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems
[0/12] 28468 Lec 002 HEC SHOP M 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
[0/12] 28469 Lec 003 HEC SHOP W 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
[0/12] 28467 Lec 001 RVS 4219 Th 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Kibbe, William
AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair
Classes for Syn.28472 will be held at Johnston High School.
[0/12] 28472 Lec 003 JTN TBA T 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
[0/12] 28471 Lec 002 RVS 4207 F 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
[0/12] 28470 Lec 001 RVS 4219 S 8:00am - 1:00pm Staff
MTRC 1422 Motorcycle Electrical Systems
All classes will be held at Custom Cycle &
Machine, 1003 Grandridge Trail, Cedar Park, Texas.
[0/10] 31368 Lec 001 CCM TBA M 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
SMER 1424 Small Gasoline Engine
[0/8] 31965 Lec 001 RVS 4201 M 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
SMER 1437 Small Engine Four Stroke Engine/Transmission
[0/8] 31966 Lec 001 RVS 4201 W 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
ABDR 1442 Structural Analysis and Damage Repair II
Classes will be held at Crockett High School.
[0/12] 28137 Lec 001 CHS 020 T 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
AUMT 1445 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning
[0/12] 28473 Lec 001 RVS 4209 T 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Shoebroek, Michael
MTRC 1466 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician
All classes will be held at Custom Cycle & Machine, 1003 Grandridge Trail. Cedar Park,Texas.
P [0/8] 31369 Prat 001 CCM TBA W 6:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
ABDR 2257 Collision Repair Shop Management
Classes will be held at Crockett High School
[0/12] 28136 Lec 001 CHS 020 F 5:00pm - 8:00pm Staff
AUMT 2413 Automotive Drive Train and Axles
[0/12] 28474 Lec 001 DMA SHOP MT 7:00pm - 9:30pm Staff
[0/12] 28475 Lec 002 RVS 4209 S 8:00am - 1:00pm Staff
AUMT 2417 Automotive Engine Performance Analysis I
[0/12] 28477 Lec 003 RVS 4209 M 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Foster, David
[0/12] 28476 Lec 002 RVS 4209 T 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
AUMT 2425 Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
[0/12] 28478 Lec 001 RVS 4219 F 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
[0/12] 28479 Lec 002 RVS 4219 W 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Estrada, Ezequiel
AUMT 2428 Automotive Service
[0/12] 28480 Lec 001 RVS 4219 Th 4:30pm - 9:30pm OH Shoebroek, Michael
[0/12] 28481 Lec 002 RVS 4207 W 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Shoebroek, Michael
AUMT 2434 Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II
+ [0/12] 28483 Lec 002 RVS 4219 F 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Kibbe, William
+ [0/12] 28482 Lec 001 RVS 4209 W 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
AUMT 2437 Automotive Electronics
Classes for Syn. 28486 will beheldat Cypress Creek Campus.
P+ [0/12] 28486 Lec 003 CYP 2221 W 5:00pm - 10:00pm OH Kibbe, William
P+ [0/12] 28484 Lec 001 JTN TBA M 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
P+ [0/12] 28485 Lec 002 RVS 4209 W 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Pelham, Robert
ABDR 2449 Advanced Refinishing
[0/12] 29435 Lec 001 CHS 020 F 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
SMER 2450 Small Engine Capstone Projects
P [0/8] 31967 Lec 001 RVS 4201 M 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
P [0/8] 31968 Lec 002 RVS 4201 T 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
P [0/8] 31969 Lec 003 RVS 4201 Th 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
P [0/8] 31970 Lec 004 RVS 4201 W 5:00pm - 10:00pm Staff
AUMT 2489 Internship - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
[0/12] 28488 Int 002 RVS 4207 Th 4:30pm - 9:30pm OH Shoebroek, Michael
[0/12] 28487 Int 001 RVS 4207 W 8:00am - 1:00pm OH Shoebroek, Michael
ABDR 1301 Auto Body Repair and Repainting
An introduction to the use of hand and power tools, techniques of metalworking, body preparation, plastic fillers, fiberglass and SMC repair, sanding, and application of primers with emphasis on shop safety practices.
ABDR 1307 Auto Body Welding
A study of industry and standard welding and cutting procedures.
ABDR 1311 Vehicle Measurement and Damage Repair Procedures
Introduction to damaged vehicle measurement and alignment systems.
ABDR 1315 Vehicle Trim and Hardware
An in depth study of vehicle trim and glass service.
SMER 1404 Marine Equipment Service Principles
Principles of operation of two and four stroke marine engines and associated systems. Emphasis on troubleshooting and analysis of faulty systems and their individual components.
AUMT 1405 Introduction to Automotive Technology
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. Emphasis is on automobile construction, major components, basic systems and their repair and maintenance.
AUMT 1407 Automotive Electrical Systems
An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory, testing, magnetism, diagnosis, and repair of batteries, charging and starting systems, and electrical accessories. Emphasis on electrical schematic diagrams, chassis wiring and switches, and service manuals. Prepares students for ASE certification tests.
SMER 1407 Marine Engine Overhaul
Overhaul procedures for marine engine overhaul. Emphasis on proper shop procedures for disassembly, inspection, servicing and assembly.
MTRC 1408 Motorcycle Chassis and Drive Systems
Theory of operation, servicing procedures, and problem diagnosis of motorcycle chassis, final drive systems, wheels, brakes, frames, and suspensions with emphasis on troubleshooting for handling and riding problems with extensive training in the proper use of repair manuals for technical data and all special tools to perform needed repairs.
AUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Systems
Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Emphasis on safe use of modern equipment. Topics include brake theory, concepts related to design, diagnosis and repair of power assist systems, manual, anti-lock brake systems, scan tool diagnostics, and parking brakes. Prepares students for ASE certification tests.
AUMT 1416 Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems
Theory and operation of automotive suspension and steering systems including tire and wheel problem diagnosis, component repair, and alignment procedures. Prepares students for ASE certification tests.
AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair
Fundamentals of engine operation, diagnosis and repair including lubrication systems and cooling systems. Emphasis on overhaul of selected engines, identification and inspection, measurements, and disassembly, repair, and reassembly of the engine. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. This class is recommended to be taken concurrently with AUMT 2428.
MTRC 1422 Motorcycle Electrical Systems
Theory of operation and test procedures and equipment used in the diagnosis and repair of different circuits which make up a motorcycle electrical system.
SMER 1424 Small Gasoline Engine
An in-depth study of chain saw engines. Repair and operational safety will be emphasized.
SMER 1437 Small Engine Four Stroke Engine/Transmission
Overhaul procedures for four stroke small engines, transmissions, and transaxles. Emphasis on shop procedures for overhaul disassembly, assembly, component inspection, component measurement, component servicing, transmission troubleshooting, transmission inspection, and transaxle inspection.
ABDR 1442 Structural Analysis and Damage Repair II
Continuation of general repair and replacement procedures for damaged structural parts and collision damage.
AUMT 1445 Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning
Theory of and maintenance of manual and automatic automotive air conditioning and heating systems. Emphasis on the basic refrigeration cycle and diagnosis and repair of system malfunctions. Covers EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling and new refrigerant replacements. Prepares students for ASE certification tests.
MTRC 1466 Practicum (or Field Experience) - Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician
Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
ABDR 2257 Collision Repair Shop Management
A study of methods and equipment used in collision repair shops to improve management functions and profitability.
AUMT 2413 Automotive Drive Train and Axles
A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. This class is recommended to be taken concurrently with AUMT 2428.
AUMT 2417 Automotive Engine Performance Analysis I
Theory, operation, diagnosis, and repair of basic engine dynamics, both early and electronic ignition systems, fuel delivery systems, including carburetion and throttle body injection repair, and emission control systems. Use, care, and maintenance of basic engine performance diagnostic equipment. Prepares students for ASE certification tests.
AUMT 2425 Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
A study of the operation, hydraulic principles, and related circuits of modern automatic transmissions and automatic transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly, and assembly procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools and proper repair techniques. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. This class is recommended to be taken concurrently with AUMT 2428.
AUMT 2428 Automotive Service
Mastery of automotive vehicle service and component systems repair. Emphasis on mastering current automotive competencies covered in related theory courses in specialized areas previously obtained by the student. The course will enhance the student's competency of NATEF task listings and give additional preparation for ASE testing and employment.
AUMT 2434 Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II
Diagnosis and repair of emission systems, computerized engine performance systems, and advanced ignition and fuel systems; proper use of advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. Prerequisite: AUMT 1407 and AUMT 2417 with a grade of C or better.
AUMT 2437 Automotive Electronics
Topics address electrical principles, semiconductor and integrated circuits, digital fundamentals, microcomputer systems, computerized engine controls, and electrical test equipment as applied to automotive technology. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. Prerequisite: AUMT 1407 with a grade of C or better.
ABDR 2449 Advanced Refinishing
Skill development in multi-stage refinishing techniques. Further development in identification of problems and solutions in color matching and partical panel refinishing.
SMER 2450 Small Engine Capstone Projects
A capstone course that provides students the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills gained in the program. The course should be taken after completing specific specialized courses in the program.
AUMT 2489 Internship - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
An experience external to the college for the advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workforce employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary.