Description

Preparation and study of an automotive engine rebuilding process. Included is the study of diesel engine systems. This coursework applies toward ASE certification in (A1) Automotive Engine Repair, (A9) Light Vehicle Diesel Engines, and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate appropriate basic technical knowledge and practical skills necessary for employment in Automotive Technology from previous basic skills courses.
• Apply the Otto Cycle and Diesel principles on internal combustion engines.
• Perform a complete engine disassembly, measurements, and reassembly.
• Perform various levels of machining and develop precision measurement techniques. 
• Diagnose diesel systems on assigned vehicles.

Entrance Requirements

Academic Entrance Requirements

• Required:

  • Students must complete the following five courses prior to proceeding into other AUT courses: AUT 101 Basic Electricity for Automotive, AUT 106 Automotive Program Orientation, AUT 107 Mechanical Systems I, AUT 110 Small Gas Engines, and AUT 115 College Success for Automotive Technology.

• Recommended:

  • High school diploma or GED.

Additional Program Costs (beyond standard tuition/fees and textbooks)

Material costs

• Materials (coveralls, safety glasses, work jacket, safety shoes, t-shirts): $200

• ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification – up to $450 total for all eight areas of testing

• Cost of tools: $1,500 to $2,500 depending on the source

Enrollment fees

• All AUT prefix courses up to AUT 260 Diesel Performance II have a $15 course fee 

• All advanced AUT courses (AUT 260 Diesel Performance II and above) have a $200 course fee

Course Requirements

Course List

Course	Title	Credits
Core Courses
AUT 101	Basic Electricity for Automotive	2
AUT 105	Diesel Performance I	2
AUT 106	Automotive Program Orientation	1
AUT 107	Mechanical Systems I	3
AUT 110	Small Gas Engines	3
AUT 115	College Success for Automotive Technology	2
AUT 201	Automotive Engines	4
Total Credits		17

Performance Standards

• Academic Requirements:

  • Students must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to earn a COCC certificate or degree.

  • All courses in the program must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

Sample Plan

Sample Plan Grid

First Year
Fall		Credits
AUT 101	Basic Electricity for Automotive	2
AUT 106	Automotive Program Orientation	1
AUT 107	Mechanical Systems I	3
AUT 110	Small Gas Engines	3
AUT 115	College Success for Automotive Technology	2
	Credits	11
Winter
AUT 105	Diesel Performance I	2
	Credits	2
Spring
No program courses offered spring term
	Credits	0
Second Year
Fall
AUT 201	Automotive Engines	4
	Credits	4
	Total Credits	17