AUMT 1405 - Introduction to Automotive Technology

Credit Hours: 4
Contact Hours - Lecture: 3 Lab: 4
An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, professional responsibilities, and basic automotive maintenance. May be taught manufacturer specific.
Prerequisite: None
Student Learning Outcomes

1 - Utilize appropriate safety procedures.
2 - Describe historical development and career information of the automotive industry.
3 - Demonstrate safe, professional, and responsible work practices.
4 - Demonstrate the proper use of shop equipment and tools.
5 - Describe the eight Automotive Service excellence (ASE) vehicle subsystems.
6 - Use service information.
7 - Perform basic automotive maintenance.
8 - Assess and report on strengths, preferences, and college and career success attributes.
9 - Identify, describe, and utilize campus support services, systems, and student life opportunities.
10 - Use financial literacy knowledge and skills to create a personal money management plan for college success.
11 - Formulate educational and career goals and apply strategies to advance their goals and college performance.
12 - Create an academic plan and identify the requirements for successful completion of their academic plan.
13 - Establish collegial relationships with LSCS faculty, staff, and peers.