Academic Catalog

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
  
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
  
This course covers the basics of electricity, electronics, ignition systems, starting systems, charging systems, brakes, steering and suspension systems, and wheels and tires.
Prerequisites: TEAU 1000 or AUTO 1000  
TEAU 1100    Engine Repair  
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring  
Credits: 4  
Lecture 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
  
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
  
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
  
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
  
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
  
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
  
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
  
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
  
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
  
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
  
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.