Automotive Technician (TEAU)
TEAU 1000 — Automotive Safety and Basics
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
This course provides proper knowledge of practices in safety to help establish working habits that would reflect industry standards and result in a safe working environment.
TEAU 1010 — Introduction to Automotive Technology I
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 2
Lecture hours: 1
Lab hours: 1
Lab hours: 1
This course covers careers in the Automotive Industry, ASE Certification, and the principles of fuels, lubricants, engines, engine classification, displacement, cooling systems, belts, intake, and exhaust systems.
TEAU 1015 — Intro to Automotive Tech II
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 2
Lecture hours: 1
Lab hours: 1
Lab hours: 1
This course covers the basics of electricity, electronics, ignition systems, starting systems, charging systems, brakes, steering and suspension systems, and wheels and tires.
TEAU 1100 — Engine Repair
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
This course includes instruction and hands-on lab experience in the construction and operational principles of basic gasoline engine systems and a major overhaul of the complete automotive engine.
TEAU 1200 — Automatic Transmissions
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
The Automatic Transmission course teaches theory and hands-on instruction on automotive automatic transmissions while following the program standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.
TEAU 1300 — Manual Drivetrain & Axles
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
The Manual Drivetrain and Axles course teaches theory and hands-on instruction on automotive manual drivetrain and axles while following the program standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.
TEAU 1400 — Suspension & Steering
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
The Suspension and Steering course teaches theory and hands-on instruction on automotive suspension and steering systems while following the program standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.
TEAU 1500 — Brakes
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
The Brakes course provides theory and hands-on instruction on automotive braking systems while following the program standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.
TEAU 1600 — Electrical I
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
The Electrical I course provides theory and hands-on instruction on automotive electrical systems while following the program standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.
TEAU 1700 — Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Lecture hours: 1.5
Lab hours: 1.5
Lab hours: 1.5
The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning course teaches theory and hands-on instruction on automotive HVAC while following the program standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.
TEAU 1800 — Engine Performance I
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
The Engine Performance I course provides theory and hands-on instruction in automotive engine performance while following the program standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.
TEAU 2000 — Hybrid and Electrical Vehicles
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 1
Lecture hours: 1
Lab hours: 1
Lab hours: 1
The Hybrid and Electric Vehicle course provides theory and hands-on instruction in automotive hybrid and electric propulsion systems while following the program standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.
TEAU 2600 — Electrical II
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
The Electrical II course delves deeper into advanced topics and tools such as electronic control systems, and digital communication networks. Students will master complex diagnostic procedures and emerge ready to tackle the intricate electrical challenges posed by modern vehicles.
TEAU 2800 — Engine Performance II
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 4
Lecture hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
Lab hours: 2
The Engine Performance II course provides theory and hands-on instruction in automotive engine performance while following standards set forth by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation at the master level.