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ASE121 Lec + Lab 4 Credits 8 Periods
Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
Principles of automotive operation, servicing and repair procedures for automatic transmissions/
transaxles; includes diagnostics and testing of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
Prerequisites: None.
ASE131 Lec + Lab 4 Credits 8 Periods
Manual Drive Trains and Axles
Operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of the automotive powertrain. Includes manual
transmissions/ transaxles, clutches, drive axles, driveshafts, differentials, four-wheel drive, and all-
wheel drive. Prerequisites: None.
ASE141 Lec + Lab 2 Credits 4 Periods
Steering, Suspension and Pre-Alignment
Principles and operation of automotive suspension and steering systems. Prerequisites: None.
ASE151 Lec + Lab 2 Credits 4 Periods
Introduction to Brake Systems
Fundamentals and operation of automotive braking systems. Includes training in service, testing,
and repair of basic brake and brake-related components. Prerequisites: None.
ASE161 Lec + Lab 2 Credits 3 Periods
Basic Automotive Electrical/Electronics
Basic principles of automotive electricity and electrical systems. Prerequisites: None.
ASE162 Lec + Lab 2 Credits 3 Periods
Automotive Battery, Starting and Charging Systems
Principles of operation, testing and diagnosis of automotive battery, starting and charging systems.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASE161, or permission of Instructor.
ASE171 Lec + Lab 3 Credits 7 Periods
Automotive Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems
Theory and operation of automotive heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Includes
training in diagnosis, service and repair of these systems. Prerequisites: None.
ASE181 Lec + Lab 2 Credits 4 Periods
Introduction to Engine Performance
Introductory course in automotive engine performance. Introduces the construction and operating
principles of automotive internal combustion engines, fuel systems, ignition systems, and the related
lubrication and cooling systems. Prerequisites: None.
ASE182 Lec + Lab 2 Credits 4 Periods
Fundamentals of Automotive Fuel/Air and Ignition Systems
Theory and fundamentals of automotive fuel/air delivery and ignition systems. Includes the proper
diagnosis and repair of the fuel/air delivery and ignition systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better
in ASE181, or permission of Instructor.
ASE241 Lec + Lab 2 Credits 4 Periods
Advanced Steering, Suspension and Alignment
Advanced automotive principles of suspension and steering systems. Diagnosis, service and repair
procedures, with emphasis on four-wheel alignment. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ASE141,
or permission of Instructor.
ASE251 Lec + Lab 2 Credits 4 Periods
Advanced Brake Systems
Operation, diagnosis, service and repair of advanced automotive brake systems. Prerequisites: A
grade of C or better in ASE151, or permission of Instructor.
Course Listings 2021-2022
