Course Descriptions

AUBR 208 - Unibody Structural Analysis and Repair

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the lab(s). This includes wearing safety glasses (goggles) at all times while in the lab(s). (a, b, f, g)
2. Analyze collision damage. Diagnose and measure structural damage using the proper tools. Analyze what must be repaired and refinished to restore the vehicle to both its pre-collision state and manufacturer’s specifications. (a, b, c, e, f, g, i)
3. Define the properties of mild and high strength steel. (f)
4. Identify suspension and frame nomenclature. (f, g, i)
5. Demonstrate measuring systems. (a, b, c, e, f, g, i)
6. Demonstrate pulling systems. This includes properly and safely setting up and using the frame machine to straighten unibody damage. (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i)

• Shop safety
• Suspension system and component identification
• Collision damage analysis
• Measuring systems
• Steel property definition
• Estimating software

 
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AUBR 209 - Collision Damage Appraising

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the lab(s). This includes wearing safety glasses (goggles) at all times while in the lab(s). (a, b, f, g)
2. Inspect and record damage on a damaged vehicle. Diagnose and measure structural damage using various measuring devices. (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, i)
3. Calculate paint and materials needed. This includes determining the proper type and amount of paint and related materials needed to make the repair. (a, b, c, d, e, g, i)
4. Estimate repairable damage. This includes determining all damage that needs to be repaired or determining if the vehicle is “totaled” or a “total loss”. (a, b, c, e, i)
5. Record labor times and parts pieces from cash guides on estimate form. (b, c, e, g, i)
6. Calculate data on estimate form. (b, c, d, e, g, i)

• Shop safety
• Labor times
• Damage inspection
• Estimating software
• Material estimation

 
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AUBR 217 - Waterborne Refinish Technology

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs. (a, b, f, g)
2. Prepare surfaces and substrates for the application of waterborne refinish products. (a, b, d, e, f, g, i)
3. Spray automotive waterborne refinish materials. This includes the knowledge of how to properly setup, use, clean and maintain associated spray equipment. (a, b, g, i)
4. Spot refinish with waterborne refinish materials. (a, b, d, e, g, i)
5. Color map, mix, and tint waterborne refinish materials in order to achieve proper color match. (a, b, d, g, i)
6. Manual and automated tracking of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s). (b, e, g, i)
7. Perform all tasks associated with the refinish process of a vehicle. This includes the preparation, masking, application of waterborne refinish materials, mixing of materials, and common problem identification and the necessary solutions to these problems. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h, i)

• Shop safety
• Vehicle masking
• Surface preparation
• Waterborne refinish material application
• Color mapping, mixing, and tinting
• Proper waste disposal

 
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AUBR 220 - Fiberglass Plastic Repair

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the lab(s). This includes wearing safety glasses (goggles) at all times while in the lab(s). (a, b, f, g)
2. Define hazards and safety of materials. This includes proper handling, storing and use of materials and chemicals used. (a, b, d, e, f, g, i)
3. Select tools and equipment. This includes selecting and properly using tools and equipment for the job. (a, d, e, f, g, i)
4. Describe use of composite material. (a, b, e, g, i)
5. Identify different types of damage. (a, b, e, g, i)
6. Select related material in composite repair. (a, b, e, g, i)
7. Repair fiberglass and plastic damage. This includes several methods such as welding, reinforcing, repairing holes and retexturing plastics. (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, i)

• Shop safety
• Hazardous material identification
• Tool and equipment selection
• Damage identification
• Composite repair comprehension
• Fiberglass and plastic repair

 
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AUBR 227 - Custom Paint Applications

1. Demonstrate proper techniques for both shop and personal safety. (a, b, f, g)
2. Demonstrate proper repair and surface preparation. (a, b, d, e, f, h, i)
3. Apply basic design theories such as color, space and texture when planning a custom application. (a, b, d, e, f, i)
4. Properly apply custom paints such as candy’s, pearls and flakes. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h, i)
5. Determine the proper amount of paint needed for a specific job. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h, i)
6. Understand the custom artwork process that includes gold-leaf, airbrush, hand pin striping, stenciling and marbleizing. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h, i)
7. Apply clear coat application as interim and final coats. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h, i)
8. Understand the final finishing process which includes final sanding, buffing, and polishing. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h, i)

• Shop safety
• Custom painting
• Surface preparation
• Basic design principles
• Customer satisfaction
• Pricing
• Promotion

 
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AUBR 237 - Advanced Refinish Techniques and Technology

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs. (a, b, f, g)
2. Prepare surfaces and substrates for the application of refinish products. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h, i)
3. Spray automotive waterborne and solvent based refinish materials. This includes the knowledge of how to properly setup, use, clean and maintain associated spray equipment. (a, b, d, e, f, g, i)
4. Properly prepare surfaces for the application of tow-tone refinish materials.(a, b, d, e, f, i)
5. Properly identify the color, mix, and where to apply “engine bay colors.” (a, b, d, e, f, i)
6. Properly “cut-in and jamb” vehicles. (a, b, d, f, i)
7. Color map, mix, and tint waterborne refinish materials in order to achieve proper color match. (a, b, d, f, i)
8. Spray three-stage, pearl, and candy colors on surfaces. (a, b, d, f, g, h, i)
9. Perform all tasks associated with the refinish process of a vehicle. This includes the preparation, masking, application of waterborne, solvent, and engine bay refinish materials, mixing of materials, and common problem identification and the necessary solutions to these problems. (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i)

• Shop safety
• Advanced surface coating application techniques
• Vehicle masking
• Spray three stage, pearl, and candy
• Surface preparation
• Color mapping, mixing, and tinting
• Proper waste disposal

 
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AUTI 100 - Basic Automotive Service

1. Identify proper shop safety practices while in the labs. (a,b,f)
2. Identify tools & fasteners used in automotive repair. (b, f)
3. Identify and explain how the automotive repair industry is structured. (g, h, i)
4. Identify and explain operation of the 8 major systems of the automobile. (e)
5. Identify and explain what EPA, CAFÉ and NHTSA regulations are and how they affect the automotive industry. (f, g, h, i)
6. Identify and perform basic service and maintenance procedures. (a, b, f, h)
7. Attain readiness to take Shop Key Pro exam. (b, c)
8. Attain readiness to take SP/2 Mechanical Safety exam. (b, c)
9. Attain readiness to take SP/2 Pollution Prevention exam. (b, c)

• Shop/Industry Safety
• Automotive Tools & Equipment
• Service Information Systems
• Engine/Drivetrain Systems
• Braking Systems
• Suspension/Tires/Wheels
• Basic Maintenance - fluid & filter changes, tire rotations, battery service

 
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AUTI 111 - Electrical Systems I

1. Demonstrate safe shop practices while working with electrical systems. (a, e, i)
2. Describe the basic laws of electricity and circuit construction. (f)
3. Identify Electrical symbols and components. (e, f)
4. Calculate resistance, current, and voltage problems using Ohm’s Laws. (e, f)
5. Perform voltage, current, and resistance measurements using the proper measurement devices. (b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
6. Perform voltage drop testing on multiplex and non-multiplex circuits. (b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
7. Perform basic battery testing and diagnosis. (b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
8. Identify starting and charging system components and circuits. ( e, f)
9. Diagnose starting and charging system faults. (b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
10. Attain readiness to take the Snap On 504 Multimeter exam. (b, c)

• Electricity theory basics
• Electrical circuit basics
• Ohm’s Law
• Circuit diagnostic basics
• Starting systems
• Charging systems

 
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AUTI 112 - Electrical Systems II

1. Describe and explain analog and digital signals. (e, f)
2. Explain and diagnose body modules and their function. (e, f)
3. Demonstrate knowledge of wiring and circuit diagrams. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
4. Demonstrate knowledge of voltage, current, and resistance measurements using meters and scopes. (a, b, e, f, i)
5. Diagnose service and repair electrical/electronic system faults. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
6. Demonstrate the ability to diagnose automotive circuits using electrical schematics. (c, e, f, i)
7. Explain Hybrid Electrical systems and their operation. ((a, e, f, g)
8. Explain/demonstrate Hybrid vehicle service safety precautions. (a, e, f, g)
9. Explain and diagnose advanced automotive systems and networks. (f, g)
10. Utilize scan tools, lab scopes, and other electronic diagnostic equipment. (a, b, f, g)

• Electrical circuit basics
• Ohm’s Law
• Circuit diagnostic basics
• Electrical accessory systems
• Networks
• Wiring Diagrams/Schematics
• Body/Accessory Modules
• Scopes/Meters
• Advanced electrical system operation and diagnosis
• Bus system operation and diagnosis
• Advanced lab scope operation

 
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AUTI 121 - Brake Systems

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs. (a, d, h, i)
2. Use and identify tools used to repair brake systems. (b, e, f)
3. Explain friction principles and Newton’s laws of Motion. (e, f)
4. Identify and explain operation of braking system components including hydraulic control devices. (a, b, e, f, i)
5. Perform Disc Brake Inspection and recommend necessary repairs. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
6. Perform Drum Brake Inspection and recommend necessary repairs. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h, i)
7. Adjust parking brakes. (a, b, e, f, h)
8. Demonstrate resurfacing of drums and rotors including on-car brake lathes. (a, b, c, e, f, i)

• Brake Fluids
• Master Cylinders
• Metering Valves
• Proportioning Valves
• Pressure Differential Valves
• Pads/Shoes
• Brake Lines/Hoses
• Disc Brake Caliper
• Rotors
• Drums
• Brake Lathes
• Wheel Cylinders
• Brake Hardware
• Parking Brakes
• Wheel Bearing Service

 
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AUTI 122 - Steering and Suspension Systems

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs. (a, d, h, i)
2. Identify tools used for steering and suspension repair. (b, f)
3. Diagnose steering and suspension concerns and determine worn/defective components. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h)
4. Remove, inspect and service or replace front or rear wheel bearings. (a, b, e, f, h)
5. Inspect, rotate, mount and balance tires. (e, f, g, h, i)
6. Diagnose abnormal tire pull and drifting/pulling concerns. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h)
7. Perform Pre-Alignment inspections. (e, f, g, h, i)
8. Perform 4-wheel alignments. (e, f, g, h, i)

• Wheel Bearing Service
• Tire and Wheel Balancing
• Tire and Wheel Mounting
• Front and Rear Suspension System Diagnosis and Service
• Pre-Alignment Inspections
• Two and Four Wheel Alignments
• Front and Rear Suspension System Diagnosis and Service
• Steering Column and Linkage Diagnosis and Service
• Recirculation Ball Power Steering Diagnosis and Service
• Rack and Pinion Power Steering Diagnosis and Service

 
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AUTI 131 - Engine Performance Systems I

 
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE:  AUTI 111 - Electrical Systems I    or AUTC 113

 

PROGRAM: Automotive Service
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring 2019

This is the first of three courses that takes an in-depth look at engine performance, including concepts in the diagnosis and repair of ignition, fuel, emission and related computer networks. This course presents engine theory and operation and studies the various engine designs utilized today.   

 

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to: 

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs. (a,h,i) 

2. Explain four-stroke cycle fundamentals and volumetric efficiency. (e,f) 

3. Identify and explain the operation of fuel injection systems. (e,f) 

4. Identify and explain operation of ignition systems. (e,f) 

5. Identify and explain operation of vehicle emission systems. (e,f) 

6. Identify and explain operation of sensors and actuators. (e,f) 

7. Retrieve DTC’s and freeze frame data with a scan tool. (a,b,c,d,e,f) 

8. Diagnose fuel and ignition faults. (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i) 

9. Describe the major engine operating systems and their function. (e,f,g) 

10. Identify engine configurations. (e,f,g) 

11. Demonstrate basic engine diagnosis including compression and leak down testing. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i) 

 

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - Topical areas of study include -  

• Four stroke cycle/ efficiency 
• Identification and operation of engine subsystems 
• Scan tool operation 
• Fault code identification 
• Computerized engine controls 
• OBD II system and monitor operation 
• Fault code diagnosis 
• Engine systems, configurations, operation 
• Basic engine testing and service 

 
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A……………90-100

B…………….80-89

C…………….70-79

D……………60-69

F…………….0-59

 
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AUTI 132 - Engine Performance Systems II

1. Demonstrate knowledge of computer sensors and inputs. (a, b, f, g)
2. Demonstrate knowledge of computer actuators and outputs. (a, b, f, g)
3. Diagnose inputs and outputs. (a, b, c, e, f, h)
4. Describe the function of the OBD II Monitors. (f, g)
5. Diagnose OBD II system fault codes and determine repair needed. (a, b, c, e, f, g, h, i)
6. Determine if OBD II monitors have executed. (a, b, e, f)
7. Attain readiness to take the VERUS Navigation and Scanner Certification exam. (b, c)

• Scan tool operation
• Fault code identification
• Computerized engine controls
• OBD II system and monitor operation
• Fault code diagnosis
• Lab Scope operation
• Advanced computerized engine control system diagnoses
• Diagnostic procedures and operations

 
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AUTI 141 - Engine Fundamentals and Repair

1. Identify tools used for common engine repair. (a,h,i)
2. Describe the major engine operating systems and their function. (b,e,f)
3. Identify engine configurations. (e,f,g)
4. Describe engine components and their functions. (e,f,g)
5. Describe engine lubricants and sealing systems. (e,f,g)
6. Demonstrate use of precision measuring equipment. (a,b,e,f,g,i)
7. Describe fasteners and torque requirements and procedures. (e,f)
8. Inspect cylinder long block components and determine needed repairs. (e,f)
9. Properly install camshaft and timing chain(s) and /or belts. (a,b,e,f)
10. Disassemble and reassemble engine to industry standards. (a,b,e,f,h)
11. R & R engine assembly. (a,b,e,f)
12. Attain readiness to take Snap on Torque Electrical Certification exam. (b,c)
13. Attain readiness to take Snap on Torque Mechanical Certification exam. (b,c)

• Engine Systems, Configurations, Operation
• Engine Repair and Service
• Engine Timing Belt/ Chain Service
• Cylinder Head Service
• Engine Removal and Installation
• Engine Tools, Fasteners, Sealers, Measurement Devices

 
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AUTI 142 - Climate Control Systems

1. Demonstrate proper handling of refrigerants. (a,b,d,e,f,g,h,i)
2. Identify tools and equipment used in climate control systems. (b,f)
3. Identify all components of the heating and air conditioning system. (f)
4. Explain the purpose and function of the heating and air conditioning systems. (f,g)
5. Explain refrigeration theory. (f,g)
6. Diagnose service and repair heating and air conditioning components. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)
7. Recover and recycle refrigerants using approved equipment. (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i)
8. Demonstrate knowledge of automatic climate control systems. (a,b,f)
9. Diagnose automatic and manual climate control systems. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)
10. Explain hybrid climate control system operation. (e,f,g)

• Manual climate control systems
• Refrigeration principles
• Refrigerant recovery and recycling
• EPA regulations
• Certification and licensing
• Heating and air conditioning components
• Plenum systems and air distribution
• Electronic heating and air conditioning components
• Electronic climate control diagnostics
• Hybrid Climate control systems

 
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AUTI 145 - Driveline Service

1. Demonstrate safe shop practices and work habits while working with driveline equipment and lifts. (a,b)
2. Demonstrate usage of tools for driveline diagnosis and repair. (a,b,c)
3. Describe basic power flow of the vehicle driveline. (a,e)
4. Identify correct fluids for manual and automatic transmissions and drive axles. (a,b,c,e,f,h)
5. Inspect for sources of leaks. (a,b,c,e,f,h)
6. Remove and Replace drive axle bearings, axle shafts, seals, and wheel studs. (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i)
7. Remove and Replace universal joints, yokes, and shafts. (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i)
8. Remove and Replace and/or repair constant velocity joints and/ or half-shafts. (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i)
9. Locate specifications for drivelines from repair databases. (a,b,c,d,e,f,g,h,i)

• Powertrain tools and equipment.
• Lift operation and safety
• Manual and automatic transmissions systems
• Transmission fluid checks
• Drivetrain power flow
• Drive shaft service
• Drive axle service
• U-Joint service
• C/V Joint operation Wheel bearings
• Wheel stud service

 
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AUTI 149 - Introduction to Motor Sports

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the various racing venues.
2. Describe the types of employment opportunities that exist within each of the venues.
3. Define the educational requirements and skill sets required for each type of employment.
4. Develop an appropriate resume for each type of position.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the business operations of a racing organization.
6. Identify various types of racing vehicles/forums.

• Racing sanctioning bodies
• Types of racing venues
• Types of careers
• Basic motor sports business operation
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• Ivy Tech cannot guarantee that any student will pass a certification or licensing exam. Your success will be determined by several factors beyond the instruction you are given in the classroom including your test-taking skills, your willingness to study outside of class, and your satisfactory completion of appropriate practice exams. Certification and licensure exam questions are drawn from databases of hundreds of possible questions; therefore, a thorough understanding of the subject matter is required. The goal of Ivy Tech in providing a certification exam studies class is to assist you in understanding the material sufficiently to provide a firm foundation for your studies as you prepare for the exam.

 
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AUTI 160 - Diesel Engine Theory and Service

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while servicing engines.
2. Identify tools and equipment used in engine service.
3. Identify the type of fuel and lubricating oil required for a diesel engine.
4. Identify and service the cold starting aid system.
5. Identify service procedures for coolant and fuel heaters.
6. Perform preventative maintenance to the fuel system and lubricating system.
7. Adjust or measure valve and/or engine brake clearance.
8. Inspect cooling system and components for needed repair.
9. Identify and/or perform injector replacement procedures.
10. Identify high pressure fuel system components.
11. Use a scan tool for engine service.
12. Identify new emission controls and serviceability.
13. Identify Urea systems components.

• Shop safety
• Tools, precision tools and fasteners
• Engine designs
• Principles of operation
• Fuel supply systems
• Fuel injection systems
• Lubrication systems
• Cooling systems
• Engine repair procedures
• Cold starting systems

 
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AUTI 210 - Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Technologies

1. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of Electric Vehicle (EV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) versus the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) equipped vehicle.
2. Discuss and demonstrate personal and shop safety procedures.
3. Describe vehicle safety systems including service safety disconnect; interlock loops, and GFI protection.
4. Describe battery pack technology including configurations, types and energy concepts.
5. Identify basic propulsion systems and power transfer systems including AC and DC motor technology used in EV and HEV designs.
6. Describe standard ICE and HEVICE design differences.
7. Identify tools, tests equipment and service procedures used in the servicing of EV and HEV’s.

• Safety procedures
• Motor technology
• Controller/inverter technologies
• EV conversions
• Regenerative braking
• Fuel cell technology
• EV and HEV service and repair
• Scan tool operation
• Battery technology

 
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AUTI 221 - Vehicle Diagnosis and Service

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs.
2. Utilize on-line automotive information systems.
3. Utilize technical service bulletins (TSB) for problem solving.
4. Diagnose and repair braking systems and related components including ABS.
5. Check and/or perform 2/4-wheel alignments.
6. Diagnose and repair suspension system concerns.
7. Perform tire and wheel service/repair.
8. Perform heating air conditioning service/repair.
9. Perform automatic transmission service/repair.
10. Perform manual transmission service/repair.

• Automatic transmission repair
• Manual transmission repair
• Braking system repair
• Steering/Suspension service
• Climate control system service

 
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AUTI 224 - Advanced Chassis Systems

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs. (a,d,h,i)
2. Identify and explain operation of braking system components including hydraulic control devices. (a, b, e, f, i)
3. Diagnose braking concerns. (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i)
4. Diagnose power assist braking concerns. (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i)
5. Explain ABS/TCS operation. (f)
6. Retrieve and clear ABS and TCS trouble codes. (a, b, c, d, f, h)
7. Diagnose ABS/TCS faults. (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i)
8. Explain the operation of and diagnose supplemental restraint devices. (a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, i)
9. Describe operation of Electronic power steering systems. (e, f, g, i)
10. Perform Advanced Four-wheel alignments procedures. (e, f, g, h, i)
11. Perform Scan Tool reset of electronic steering systems. (a, b, c, d, f, h)

• 4-Wheel Alignment Procedures and Adjustments
• Advanced brake system diagnosis and repair
• ABS/ TCS system operation
• ABS/ TCS testing and diagnosis
• Computer-Controlled Suspension System Diagnosis and Service
• Electronic Steering Diagnosis and Service
• Supplemental Restraint Systems

 
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AUTI 229 - Driveability Diagnosis

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the labs.
2. Utilize on-line automotive information systems.
3. Utilize technical service bulletins (TSB) for problem solving.
4. Understand the parameters required to set a DTC.
5. Record and analyze sensor and actuator signals.
6. Demonstrate the use of simulated signals for diagnosis and testing of sensors and actuators.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of strategy based diagnostic procedures.
8. Diagnose driveability concerns when no diagnostic trouble codes are present.

• Advanced scanner functions
• Emission diagnosis and repair
• Advanced systems diagnosis
• Computer controlled power-trains
• Strategy based diagnosis
• Flash programming
• No code diagnostics
• Data stream diagnostics

 
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AUTI 234 - Engine Performance Systems III

1. Diagnose and repair ignition system faults. (a,b,c,d,e,f,h,i)
2. Diagnose and repair fuel system faults. (a,b,c,d,e,f,h,i)
3. Diagnose and repair emission system faults. (a,b,c,d,e,f,h,i,g)
4. Demonstrate knowledge of 5-gas analysis. (a,b,d,f,h)
5. Utilize technical service bulletins (TSB) for problem solving. (c,e,f,g)
6. Demonstrate the usage of parameters required to set a DTC. (e,f,g)
7. Record and analyze sensor and actuator signals. (a,b,c,d,e,f)
8. Demonstrate the usage of simulated signals for diagnosis and testing of sensors and actuators. (a,b,c,d,e,f)
9. Demonstrate knowledge of strategy based diagnostic procedures. (a,b,c,d,e,f)
10. Attain readiness to take VERUS Data Management, Component Testing, and Electrical Measurement Certification exam. (b, c)

• Advanced computerized engine control system diagnoses
• Diagnostic procedures and operations

 
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AUTI 243 - Electrical and Electronics III

1. Explain and diagnose advanced automotive systems and networks.
2. Utilize scan tools, lab scopes, and other electronic diagnostic equipment.
3. Diagnose body computer systems.
4. Diagnose advanced active and passive restraint systems.
5. Diagnose audio systems.
6. Diagnose theft deterrent systems.
7. Identify communication bus systems utilizing waveforms.
8. Diagnose and repair communication BUS faults.
9. Diagnose LIN, CAN, AVC LAN, BEAN networks.
10. Explain Bluetooth operation
11. Explain vehicle navigation system operation

• Advanced electrical system operation and diagnosis
• Bus system operation and diagnosis
• Network system operation and diagnosis
• Advanced lab scope operation

 
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AUTI 250 - Manual Transmissions

1. Diagnose, repair, or replace clutches. (a,b,c,d,e,f,h,i)
2. Diagnose shifting related concerns in manual transmissions/transaxles. (a,b,c,e,f,h)
3. Disassemble, inspect, measure and reassemble manual transmissions. (a,b,c,d,e,f,h,i)
4. Properly remove and replace a manual transmission or transaxle. (a,b,c,d,e,f,h,i)
5. Diagnose and repair differential and drive axle concerns. (a,b,c,e,f)
6. Properly set-up a differential assembly to specifications. (a,b,c,e,f,h)
7. Diagnose and repair transfer case faults. (a,b,c,e,f,h)
8. Diagnose AWD/FWD faults utilizing scan tool. (a,b,c,e,f,h,i)

• Service and repair of manual transmissions
• Operation and Replacement of clutches
• Operation and repair of rear differentials
• Operation and repair of transfer cases

 
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AUTI 251 - Automatic Transmissions I

1. Demonstrate planetary gear operation. (e,f)
2. Demonstrate knowledge of clutch and band application charts. (e,f)
3. Demonstrate knowledge of torque convertor operation. (e,f)
4. Disassemble a FWD unit and inspect components for wear and serviceability. (a,b,e,f,h,i)
5. Disassemble a RWD unit and inspect components for wear and serviceability. (a,b,e,f,h,i)
6. Determine failure of components and make recommendations on corrective actions. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)
7. Assemble transmission according to recommended manufacturer specifications. (a,b,c,d,f,h)
8. Perform pressure testing, and air checking apply devices. (a,b,f)

• Torque convertor operation
• Planetary gear operations
• Automatic transmission/ transaxle operation
• Teardown and rebuild procedures of automatic transmissions/ transaxles Internal transmission/ transaxle tests

 
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AUTI 252 - Automatic Transmissions II

1. Visually inspect and determine the condition of the transmission fluid. (a,e,f)
2. Inspect for fluid leakage and determine needed repairs of seals, gaskets, and fittings. (a,e,f)
3. Explain how to diagnose slipping, early, and late shifting, gear or pump noise. (e,f,g)
4. Perform pressure testing, modulator testing, and aircheck governor and apply devices. (a,b,c,f,i)
5. Perform stall test and check converter clutch operation. (a,b,c,f,i)
6. Demonstrate knowledge of shift solenoid operation. (f)
7. Retrieve transmission codes and PID data. (a,b,c,f,h,i)
8. Diagnose electronic transmission faults. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)

• Automatic transmission/ transaxle performance testing and diagnosis
• In vehicle servicing of automatic transmissions/ transaxles
• Electronic transmission/ transaxle controls
• Scan tool use for automatic transmission/ transaxle
• Removal and reinstallation of transmissions/ transaxles

 
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AUTI 253 - Service Organization and Parts

1. Use parts catalogs for customer service.
2. Bill and record warranty claims.
3. Package parts according to industry standards for shipment.
4. Document what is required to efficiently operate an automotive service center.
5. Write job descriptions for the different positions held within the departments.
6. Perform a routine inventory of the parts department as directed by the auditors.
7. Demonstrate safe shop practices and work habits.

• Customer service
• Warranty claims
• Packaging and shipping
• Inventory
• Shop practices

 
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AUTI 254 - High Performance Engines/Systems I

1.  Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while working with engines, lifts and tools.
2. Describe engine dynamics, volumetric efficiency, and 4-stroke theory of operation.
3. Understand how to calculate: compression ratios, chamber volumes, rod ratios, displacement, deck clearance, stroke, piston pin height, piston-to-valve clearances, rocker arm ratios, valve lift and duration.
4. Describe the function and basic design of modern bolt on high performance engine modifications.
5. Describe the various HP engine components and their functions.
6. Describe HP engine lubricants and sealing systems.
7. Demonstrate use of precision measuring equipment.
8. Describe/identify the different types of forced induction systems.
9. Describe the differences between torque and horsepower.
10. Be able to explain how various changes to an engine affect the power output.

• 4 stroke engines cycles
• Engine block and components
• Exhaust systems
• Engine head and components
• Cooling systems
• Intake and induction systems
• Lubrication systems
• Mathematics and calculations relates to engine design
• Torque and horsepower

 
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A……………90-100

B…………….80-89

C…………….70-79

D……………60-69

F…………….0-59

 
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AUTI 255 - High Performance Engines/Systems II

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while working with engines, lifts and tools.
2. Assemble a competition engine.
3. Measure all critical clearances in a competition engine.
4. Perform necessary clearancing procedures.
5. Describe port work required to increase airflow of a cylinder head.
6. Describe how to port match an intake manifold.
7. Describe how to balance a competition engine assembly.

• Engine block and component preparation and installation
• Rotating assembly balancing
• Engine head and valve train preparation and installation
• Intake and induction system modifications
• Cooling system modifications
• Lubrication system modifications
• Mathematics and measurements related to engine design/assembly

 
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AUTI 258 - Motor Sports Kit Car Building

1. Define the concept of kit car fabrication.
2. Demonstrate safe shop practices while working in the lab.
3. Identify tools and equipment needed for kit assembly/fabrication.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of building required subassemblies.
5. Define required components to complete a kit car.
6. Identify types of materials used in kit car building.
7. Utilize various tools/processes to build a kit car.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle power trains.
9. Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle chassis/suspension systems.
10. Demonstrate knowledge of vehicle electrical and accessory systems.

• Kit car build sheet reading
• Material fabrication/modification
• Wiring and soldering
• Vehicle chassis/suspension systems
• Vehicle power trains
• Project design/material estimation
• Basic cutting and welding

 
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AUTI 260 - Advanced Hybrid Vehicle and Electric Technologies

1. Discuss and demonstrate personal and ship safety procedures.
2. Define electrical circuit terminology, symbols, components and schematics used in HEV as well as PHEV electrical/electronic systems.
3. Perform voltage, current resistance and insulation tests using proper procedures and test equipment.
4. Identify tools and test equipment used in the servicing of EV, HEV and PHEV’s.
5. Describe vehicle safety systems including disconnect; interlock loops, and GFI protection.
6. Inspect service and diagnose hybrid Powertrain systems.
7. Inspect service and diagnose hybrid engine, inverter/converter and battery management system temperature control systems.
8. Identify components, procedures and processes used to install PHEV conversion systems to manufacture specifications.

• Safety procedures
• Motor technology
• Controller/inverter technologies
• Motor controls
• Regenerative braking
• PHEV conversions
• EV and HEV service and repair
• General service procedures
• Scan tool operation
• Battery technology
• Acknowledgment: “This material is based upon work supported by the Department of Energy: Energy Delivery Technologies Division- National Energy Technology Laboratory under Award Number DE OE-0000469.”
• Disclaimer: “This report was prepared as an account of work sponsored by an agency of the United States Government. Neither the United States Government nor any agency thereof, nor any of their employees, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, apparatus, product, or process disclosed, or represents that its use would not infringe privately owned rights. Reference herein to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government or any agency thereof. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of the United States Government or any agency thereof.”

 
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AUTI 261 - Dynamometer Testing and Analysis

1. Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while working with motorsports vehicles and a chassis dynamometer.
2. Demonstrate proper vehicle mounting and tie-down methods.
3. Demonstrate computer and software skills to properly control and chassis dynamometer.
4. Demonstrate basic mathematical skills to solve dynamometer equations.
5. Describe engine dynamics, volumetric efficiency as used on racing engines.
6. Utilize data to design changes to the engine/chassis to provide desired outcomes.
7. Describe the differences between torque and horsepower as measured by a chassis dynamometer.
8. Explain how various changes to an engine affect the power output.
9. Demonstrate the various tests available utilizing the dynamometer.

• Dynamometer types and operation
• Dynamometer software
• Parasitic losses via the power train
• Factors affecting engine power output
• Mathematics and calculations relates to engine design
• Torque and horsepower

 
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AUTI 262 - Motor Sports Fabrication I

1. Demonstrate safe shop practices while working with fabrication equipment.
2. Identify tools and equipment utilized in metal fabrication.
3. Demonstrate and describe the basic principles of welding.
4. Define material composition terminology and symbols.
5. Identify types of materials used in motorsports fabrication.
6. Utilize various metal forming/joining equipment.
7. Demonstrate usage of sheet metal brakes.
8. Define the concept of race car fabrication.

• Material composition
• Oxy-acetylene cutting/welding
• MIG welding
• Metal bending/forming starting systems
• TIG welding
• Project design/material estimation
• Tube forming/bending

 
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AUTI 263 - Motor Sports Fabrication II

 

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course the student will be expected to: 

1. Demonstrate safe shop practices while working with fabrication equipment.
2. Identify tools and equipment utilized in metal fabrication.
3. Demonstrate and describe advanced welding processes.
4. Define material composition terminology and symbols.
5. Identify types of materials used in motor sports fabrication.
6. Utilize various metal forming/joining equipment.
7. Demonstrate basic knowledge of mills and lathes.
8. Demonstrate basic utilization of the English wheel.
9. Demonstrate basic utilization of the planishing hammer.
10. Demonstrate usage of sheet metal brakes.
11. Define the concept of race car fabrication.

 

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

• Material composition
• Metal bending/forming systems
• Bridgeport mills
• English wheels/planishing hammers
• Metal lathes
• Project design/material estimation
• CNC machining
• MIG/TIG welding
• Tube forming/bending

 
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A……………90-100

B…………….80-89

C…………….70-79

D……………60-69

F…………….0-59

 
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AUTI 264 - Motorsports Machining

1. Consistently follow all machine shop safety rules and regulations.
2. Create detailed process plans from blueprints, samples, and shop drawings.
3. Perform precision measurements within acceptable limits using standard inspection tools and techniques.
4. Identify and operate basic machine tool components and accessories.
5. Satisfactorily calculate maximum, minimum, and pitch diameters for single point thread cutting, tapping and threading dies.
6. Perform tapping, reaming, counter boring, countersinking, and boring operations on mill, and lathe.
7. Perform basic calculations for decimal equivalents, metric conversions, and speeds and feeds for typical tools and materials.
8. Satisfactorily set-up and grind spacers, gears, shims, and other components.
9. Properly and consistently square blocks, tram mill heads and vises using test indicators.

• Blueprint reading
• Tapping
• Reaming
• Precision measuring
• Counter boring
• Lathe operation and set-up
• Balancing
• Countersinking
• Clearancing
• Boring operations

 
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AUTI 267 - Motor Sports Project

1. Demonstrate safe shop practices while working in the lab.
2. Identify tools and equipment needed for production assembly/fabrication.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of building required subassemblies.
4. Identify types of materials used in race car fabrication.
5. Utilize various tools/processes to build projects.
6. Develop cost/time estimates for project completion.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of Motorsports/Racing rigor.

• Build sheet reading
• Vehicle powertrains
• Vehicle chassis/suspension systems
• Material fabrication/modification
• Basic cutting and welding
• Wiring and soldering
• Project design/material estimation

 
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AUTI 279 - Automotive Capstone

1. Write a cover letter and prepare a resume. (f, g, h, i)
2. Demonstrate knowledge of job search engines. (f)
3. Demonstrate knowledge of proper interviewing skills and attire. (f)
4. Complete end of program assessments. (f)
5. Complete advanced engine performance and electrical projects. (a, b, c, d, e, f, h, i)

• Resumes
• Interviewing
• Job searches
• Capstone completion
• End of program assessment
• Advanced engine performance and electrical projects

 
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AUTI 280 - CO-OP or Internship

1. Demonstrate proper shop practices in the lab.
2. Identify tools used in Co-op or Internship.
3. Adhere to all employment requirements of the host worksite.
4. Complete evaluation forms and return to Program Chairperson.
5. Complete list of vehicles repaired and NATEF tasks performed.
6. Role-play a working technician performing professional automotive repair.
7. Strive to achieve flat rate time on all repairs.
8. Utilize advanced technology and equipment to diagnose and repair vehicles.
9. Develop ASE test taking techniques.
10. Repair vehicles to manufacture specifications.

• Repair orders
• Flat rate calculations
• Customer relations
• Learn skills from professional technicians
• Braking systems
• Profit and loss statements
• Electrical systems
• Engine performance
• Transmissions
• Chassis and alignment
• Climate controls

 
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AUTI 299 - Automotive Special Topics

1. Demonstrate preparedness for taking ASE exams. (a,b,c,e,f,g)
2. Demonstrate competency in maintenance and light vehicle repair. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)
3. Demonstrate competency in performing chassis and driveline repairs and diagnosis. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)
4. Demonstrate competency in repair of automotive electrical systems including hybrid/ electrical vehicle systems. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)
5. Demonstrate competency in repair of automotive engine performance systems. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)

• Topical areas of study to be determined by program advisor.

 
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AVIM 101 - Aerospace Manufacturing Core

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the opportunities and culture of aerospace manufacturing.
2. Identify basic aircraft types, manufacturers and models.
3. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of sealing principles in aerospace manufacturing.
4. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of aerospace manufacturing paperwork and procedures
5. Develop self-strategies for the use of product databases and online resources.
6. Understand the use of engineering process requirements in aerospace manufacturing.
7. Demonstrate a working knowledge of precision measuring tools.
8. Demonstrate a working knowledge of hand held power tools and associated safety procedures
9. Demonstrate a working knowledge of fasteners used in aerospace manufacturing
10. Understand the use of blueprints and picture sheets used in aerospace manufacturing.
11. Understanding of electrical bonding, grounding theory and tools
12. Understand the common materials used in composites, their safety considerations and general properties.

• Aircraft Familiarization
• Aircraft Structure
• Manufacturing Paperwork
• Engineering Processes
• Precision Instruments
• Hand Tools
• Blueprint Reading
• Bonding and Grounding
• Composite Materials
• Sealing and Safety

 
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AVIM 102 - Power Island & Basic Drilling/Riveting

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the opportunities, principles and culture of being an aerospace assembly mechanic.
2. Demonstrate practical knowledge of power island equipment and associated safety practices.
3. Identify various aerospace tools used in the installation of aerospace fasteners including rivet guns, squeeze rivet guns, lockwire pliers and nut runner pullers.
4. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners, and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.

• Aircraft Familiarization
• Aircraft Structure
• Aerospace Assemblies
• Power Island Equipment
• Precision Instruments
• Hand Tools
• Blueprint Reading
• Drilling Processes
• Composite Materials
• Advanced Fasteners

 
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AVIM 103 - Aerospace Manufacturing Assembly Mechanic

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the opportunities, principles, and culture of being an aerospace assembly mechanic.
2. Exhibit knowledge of power island equipment and associated safety practices.
3. Identify various aerospace tools used in the installation of aerospace fasteners including rivet guns, squeeze rivet guns, lockwire pliers and nut runner pullers.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners, and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.
5. Identify advanced fasteners used in the aerospace industry including nut plates, lockwire and blind rivets.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of countersinking and flush riveting in aerospace assembly.
7. Understand the procedures necessary to perform 90 degree drilling and reaming operations for fastener installation.
8. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and assemble wing structures.
9. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and assemble fuselage skin assemblies.
10. Exhibit the technical knowledge necessary to safely and correctly drill holes in titanium based materials.
11. Exhibit the technical knowledge necessary to safely and correctly drill holes in composite materials.
12. Demonstrate the knowledge necessary to safely and properly prepare and apply different types of sealants to aircraft structure.
13. Exhibit knowledge to prepare electrical bonding and grounding locations with the proper tools and procedures.
14. Demonstrate practical knowledge to prepare and lay-up 4 & 6 ply fiberglass wet composite materials.

• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Drilling
• Riveting
• Aerospace Repair Tools
• Aerospace Repair Materials

 
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AVIM 104 - Wing & Fuselage Skin Assembly

1. Demonstrate practical knowledge of power island equipment and associated safety practices.
2. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners, and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.
3. Demonstrate practical knowledge on countersinking and flush riveting in aerospace assembly.
4. Exhibit the knowledge necessary to perform 90 degree drilling and reaming operations for fastener installation.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and assemble wing structures.
6. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and assemble fuselage skin assemblies.
7. Exhibit the technical knowledge necessary to safely and correctly drill holes in titanium based materials.

• Power Island Equipment
• Aerospace Safety
• Airframe Maintenance
• Drilling Procedures
• Riveting Procedures
• Aerospace Materials

 
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AVIM 106 - Advanced Material Drillingsealingand Electrical Bonding

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the opportunities, principles and culture of being an aerospace assembly mechanic.
2. Demonstrate practice knowledge of power island equipment and associate safety practices.
3. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners, and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.
4. Exhibit the knowledge necessary to perform 90 degree drilling and reaming operations for fastener installation.
5. Exhibit the technical knowledge necessary to safely and correctly drill holes in composite based materials.
6. Demonstrate the skills necessary to safely and properly prepare and apply different types of sealants to aircraft structures.
7. Demonstrate practical knowledge and skills to prepare electrical bonding and grounding locations with the proper tools and procedures.

• Aerospace Repair Procedures
• Composite Repair
• Composite Drilling
• Electrical Bonding and Grounding
• 90° Drilling Procedures
• Aircraft Sealants

 
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AVIM 107 - Advanced Fasteners and Countersinking

1. Demonstrate practical knowledge of power island equipment and associated safety practices.
2. Identify various aerospace tools used in the installation of aerospace fasteners including rivet guns, squeeze rivet guns, lockwire pliers and nut runner pullers.
3. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.
4. Identify advanced fasteners used in the aerospace industry including nut plates, lockwire, and blind rivers.
5. Demonstrate practical knowledge of countersinking and flush riveting in aerospace assembly.
6. Exhibit the knowledge necessary to perform 90 degree drilling and reaming operations for fastener installation.

• Aerospace Tools
• Aerospace Fasteners
• Aerospace Repair Tools
• Aerospace Countersinking and Riveting

 
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AVIM 109 - Composite Manufacturing & Capstone Project

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the opportunities, principles and culture of being an aerospace assembly mechanic.
2. Demonstrate practical knowledge of power island equipment and associates safety practices.
3. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.
4. Demonstrate practical knowledge of countersinking and flush riveting in aerospace assembly.
5. Exhibit the knowledge necessary to perform 90 degree drilling and reaming operations for fastener installation.
6. Exhibit technical knowledge necessary to safely and correctly drill holes in composite based materials.
7. Demonstrate practical knowledge and skill to prepare and lay-up 4 & 6 ply fiberglass wet composite materials.
8. Demonstrate all of the practical skills and knowledge in an all-encompassing capstone project.

• Aerospace Mechanic Workplace Requirements
• Composite Materials
• Safety Practices in Aerospace
• Capstone Project Completion
• Fiberglass Repair

 
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AVIM 110 - Aviation Manufacturing Mechanical I

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the opportunities, principles and culture of being an aerospace assembly mechanic.
2. Demonstrate practical knowledge of power island equipment and associates safety practices.
3. Identify various aerospace tools used in the installation of aerospace fasteners including rivet guns, squeeze rivet guns, lockwire pliers and nut runner puller.
4. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.

• Aircraft Familiarization
• Aircraft Structure
• Aerospace Assemblies
• Power Island Equipment
• Precision Instruments
• Hand Tools
• Blueprint Reading
• Drilling Processes
• Composite Materials
• Advanced Fasteners

 
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AVIM 111 - Aviation Manufacturing Mechanical II

1. Demonstrate practical knowledge of power island equipment and associates safety practices.
2. Identify various aerospace tools used in the installation of aerospace fasteners including rivet guns, squeeze rivet guns, lockwire pliers and nut runner puller.
3. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.
4. Identify advanced fasteners used in the aerospace industry including nut plates, lockwire and blind rivets.
5. Demonstrate practical knowledge of necessary countersinking and flush riveting in aerospace assembly.
6. Exhibit the knowledge necessary to perform 90 degree drilling and reaming operations for fastener installation.
7. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and assemble wing structures.
8. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and assemble fuselage skin assemblies.
9. Exhibit the technical knowledge necessary to safely and correctly drill holes in titanium based materials.

• Aerospace Tools
• Drilling Procedures
• Power Island Equipment
• Riveting Procedures
• Aerospace Safety
• Aerospace Fasteners
• Airframe Maintenance
• Aerospace Repair Tools
• Aerospace Materials
• Aerospace Countersinking and Riveting

 
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AVIM 112 - Aviation Manufacturing Mechanical III

1. Demonstrate practical knowledge of safety and quality control in drilling, installing fasteners and inspecting installations in aerospace assembly.
2. Exhibit the knowledge necessary to perform 90 degree drilling and reaming operations for fastener installation.
3. Exhibit the technical knowledge necessary to safely and correctly drill holes in composite based materials.
4. Demonstrate the skills necessary to safely and properly prepare and apply different types of sealants to aircraft structures.
5. Demonstrate practical knowledge and skills to prepare electrical bonding and grounding locations with the proper tools and procedures.
6. Demonstrate practical knowledge of necessary countersinking and flush riveting in aerospace assembly.
7. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills to prepare and lay-up 4 & 6 ply fiberglass wet composite materials.
8. Demonstrate all of the practical skills and knowledge in an all-encompassing capstone project.

• Aerospace Repair Procedures
• Composite Repair
• Composite Materials
• Aircraft Sealants
• Composite Drilling
• Safety Practices in Aerospace
• Electrical Bonding and Grounding
• Capstone Project Completion
• 90 Degree Drilling Procedures
• Fiberglass Repair

 
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AVIM 115 - Aviation Manufacturing Electrical I

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the skills required to qualify for employment as an aviation electrical assembler.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the opportunities, principles and culture of being an aviation electrical assembler.
3. Identify and categorize common aircraft electrical hand tools and hardware used by an aviation electrical assembler.
4. Understand the safety practices associate with certain hand tools used by an aviation electrical assembler.
5. Understand and demonstrate proper use of electrical assembly hand tools specific to aviation manufacturing.
6. Understand and demonstrate practical knowledge of safety, quality, and tool control pertinent to industry standards.

• Electrical Assembly Certificate Program
• Program Expectations and Policies
• It’s All About You
• Teamwork in Manufacturing
• Winning in Advanced Manufacturing
• Hand Tool Safety
• Electrical Connectors and Fasteners
• Hand Tools for Wire Bundles
• Power Hand Tools

 
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AVIM 116 - Aviation Manufacturing Electrical II

1. Exhibit the proper procedure to mark fastener locations, drill holes, and deburr holes in aircraft assemblies.
2. Identify the material classes, grades, and purpose of wire and cable used in airplanes.
3. Interpret production illustrations used by an aviation electrical assembler.
4. Demonstrate a working knowledge of wire bundling with proper minimum bend radius, separation, and slack.
5. Understand and demonstrate proper utilization and function of the Airplane Specific Configuration Table.
6. Understand and demonstrate proper utilization of the sections of an installation plan.
7. Understand acceptable wire bundle installation and demonstrate the skills necessary to complete a wire bundle installation as an electrical assembly mechanic.

• Basic Drilling
• Marking Fastener Locations
• Engineering Drawings
• Drilling Pilot Holes and Enlarging Holes
• Deburring & Rivets
• Wiring in Airplanes
• Wire and Cable Installation
• Torque and Inspection

 
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AVIM 117 - Aviation Manufacturing Electrical III

1. Understand and perform basic electrical calculations.
2. Understand the electrical hazards that occur without proper control and understand.
3. Perform electrical measurement and unit conversion.
4. Understand and demonstrate proper use of industry standard electrical meters.
5. Comprehend technical instruction and demonstrate the proper assembly of aircraft electrical terminations.
6. Understand the components and demonstrate proper assembly of coax cable to applicable equipment.
7. Understand the appropriate terminology, fiber optic transmission principles, and the optic fiber/cable manufacturing process.
8. Understand and perform common fiber optic assemblies.
9. Understand and identify defects and safety hazards associated with fiber optics.

• Electrical Ground Jumpers
• Electrical Ground Studs & Wire Grounding
• Crimping Terminals & Splices
• Assembly of Coaxial Connectors
• Fiber Optics for Aviation
• Handling Fiber Optic Cable
• FOD
• Electrical Quality and Safety

 
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AVIT 111 - Introduction to Aviation Technology

1. Identify the various employment opportunities associated with civil and military aviation.
2. List and discuss all regulating agencies used in the industry.
3. Use of Aviation within industry and business.
4. Describe all systems used within the airport proper and national airspace.
5. Identify all aircraft classifications.

• Aviation Industry
• Aircraft types
• Airport systems
• Governing Agencies

 
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AVIT 120 - Private Pilot Theory

1. Development an in-depth working knowledge of the fundamentals of aviation.
2. Differentiate commercial, military, and general aviation principles.
3. Interpret and implement aviation regulations.
4. Develop a knowledge of aerodynamics theory.
5. Create a working knowledge aircraft systems.
6. Develop decision making and problem solving skills related to flight.
7. Demonstrate the ability to pass the FAA Private Pilot knowledge exam.

• Aerodynamics
• Aircraft systems
• Aircraft performance
• Weight and balance
• Aviation Physiology
• Regulations
• Flight Planning
• Weather

 
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AVIT 123 - Part Time Private Pilot Flight Training I

1. Perform Pre and Post Flight checks.
2. Perform in-flight maneuvers and instrument checks.
3. Describe emergency situations and perform emergency operations.
4. Utilize navigation equipment.
5. Gain experience flying modern aircraft.

• Flight training that meets requirements for the Private Pilot Practical Test by means of sufficiently and appropriately logged flight time that includes -
• Preflight preparation and procedures
• Airport operations
• Takeoffs, landings, and go-arounds
• Performance and ground reference maneuvers
• Navigation
• Slow flight and stalls
• Basic instrument maneuvers
• Emergency operations
• Night operations
• Post-flight procedures

AVIT 124 - Part Time Private Pilot Flight Training II

1. Perform Pre and Post Flight checks.
2. Perform in-flight maneuvers and instrument checks.
3. Describe emergency situations and perform emergency operations.
4. Utilize navigation equipment.
5. Gain experience flying modern aircraft.

• Flight training that meets requirements for the Private Pilot Practical Test by means of sufficiently and appropriately logged flight time that includes -
• Preflight preparation and procedures
• Airport operations
• Takeoffs, landings, and go-arounds
• Performance and ground reference maneuvers
• Navigation
• Slow flight and stalls
• Basic instrument maneuvers
• Emergency operations
• Night operations
• Post-flight procedures

 
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AVIT 125 - Private Pilot Flight Training

Although AVIT 120 - Private Pilot Theory , is not a prerequisite to begin this course, the student must possess a passing score on the Private Pilot Knowledge Test, which is the result of AVIT 120 , before one can take the Private Pilot Practical Test in order to receive the Private Pilot License.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will meet the training requirements and demonstrate proficiency that meets or exceeds the standard of performance outlined in the current FAA Private Pilot Practical Test Standards.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. Perform Pre and Post Flight checks
2. Perform in-flight maneuvers and instrument checks
3. Describe emergency situations and perform emergency operations
4. Utilize navigation equipment
5. Gain experience flying modern aircraft

• Course consists of training that meets the requirements for the Private Pilot Practical Test by means of sufficiently and appropriately logged flight time that includes -
• Preflight preparation and procedures
• Airport operations
• Takeoffs, landings, and go-arounds
• Performance and ground reference maneuvers
• Navigation
• Slow flight and stalls
• Basic instrument maneuvers
• Emergency operations
• Night operations
• Postflight procedures

 
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AVIT 132 - Aviation Operations

 

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be expected to;

1. Understand the role of the Fixed Base Operator in the National Airspace System.

2. Identify general aviation management functions.

3. Describe and outline corporate aviation including business use of aircraft, corporate flight departments, and the types of aircraft used by that industry.

4. Identify and describe the linkages among the manufacturers, fixed base operators, and corporate operators.

5. Compare and contrast the inner-working of the unique components of the general aviation industry.

6. Demonstrate an understanding of marketing techniques.

7. Demonstrate understanding of basic aviation fiscal administration.

8. Understand the role of human resources in the general aviation environment. 

9. Identify general aviation organization and administrative functions.

10. Identify functions of the flight line and front desk. 

11. Outline and explain the Federal Aviation Regulations that apply to general aviation flight training and maintenance.

12. Demonstrate an understanding of aviation management information systems. 

13. Demonstrate an understanding of basic general aviation maintenance procedures. 

14. Demonstrate an understanding of general aviation safety and liability.

15. Demonstrate an understanding of general aviation physical facilities.

 

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

• The Aviation Industry (pilots, airports, air navigation, scheduled air carriers, general aviation, fixed base operators, aviation interest groups, and the government regulatory system).
• History of management, the four functions, the business plan, delegation, and decision making.
• Marketing 4 Ps, market research and segmentation, marketing mix, and forecasting.
• Profit orientation, fiscal basics, balance sheets, income statements, contribution margin, break-even analysis, FBO cost centers, budgets, and credit.
• Labor markets, position descriptions, selection and training, salary, compensation, and benefits.
• Business structures, line and staff, the informal organization, and the organizational manual.
• Computers, spreadsheets, and aviation software.
• Flight line, front desk, operations, flight training, ratings, licenses, ground school, and charter.
• Maintenance personnel certification, inspections, repair stations, maintenance operations.
• Safety programs, liability assessment, risk management, and insurance.
• Leases and contracts.

GRADE DISTRIBUTION

A……………90-100

B…………….80-89

C…………….70-79

D……………60-69

F…………….0-59

 
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AVIT 135 - Aviation Safety Management Systems

 

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be expected to;

1. Develop an outline of the essential characteristics of natural and man-made threats to national and international aviation.

2. Solve problems as an individual and in coordination with team members.

3. Compose historical timelines reflecting methods and outcomes used to counter aviation security threats.

4. Identify functions and interdependencies of local, national, and international aviation security agencies.

5. Differentiate between individual privacy and national security related to aviation.

6. Exhibit the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to be a success in the chosen area of the aviation industry.

7. Develop an ability to do basic research, interpret and analyze the data and make useful presentations based on that research.

8. Develop the basic knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to be useful participants in the student’s profession, society, and country, i.e. higher order thinking, communicating, interacting, managing information, and valuing.

 

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

• History of terrorism and security
• Legal foundation of security
• National Response Plan            
• NIPP
• Disaster Management Plan
• FEMA, DHS, NFPA, and TEMA
• ICAO & Aircraft Security            
• Commercial Aviation Security
• Aviation HAZMAT                
• Air Emergency Plan

 
GRADING POLICY
GRADE DISTRIBUTION

A……………90-100

B…………….80-89

C…………….70-79

D……………60-69

F…………….0-59

 
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AVIT 138 - Aviation Weather Services

1. Development basic knowledge of meteorology and its effect on the aviation environment.
2. Demonstrate how the aviation weather service program functions.
3. Learn about industry changes both current and in the future that will affect flight planning and flight safety.
4. Interpret and explain weather reports, forecasts, weather charts, and flight briefings.
5. Learn the limitations of weather observations and forecasts.
6. Create go/no-go decisions.
7. Build professional communications skills.

• Weather Map reading
• Flight Planning
• Communication
• Meteorology Theory
• Safety of flight relating to weather

 
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AVIT 141 - Aviation Basics I

1. Use aircraft drawings, symbols, and system schematics.
2. Draw sketches of repairs and alterations.
3. Use blueprint information.
4. Use graphs and charts.
5. Weigh aircraft.
6. Perform complete weight-and-balance check and record data.
7. Fabricate and install rigid and flexible fluid lines and fittings.

• Aircraft drawings
• Use aircraft drawings, symbols, and system schematics.
• Draw sketches of repairs and alterations.
• Use blueprint information.
• Use graphs and charts.
• Weight and balance
• Weigh aircraft.
• Perform complete weight-and- balance check and record data.
• Fluid lines and fittings
• Fabricate and install rigid and flexible fluid lines and fittings.

 
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AVIT 142 - Aviation Basics II

1. Extract roots and raise numbers to a given power.
2. Determine areas and volumes of various geometrical shapes.
3. Solve ratio, proportion, and percentage problems.
4. Perform algebraic operations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of positive and negative numbers.
5. Use and understand the principles of simple machines; sound, fluid and heat dynamics; basic aerodynamics; aircraft structures; and theory of flight.

• Extract roots and raise numbers to a given power
• Determine areas and volumes of various geometrical shapes
• Solve ratio, proportion, and percentage problems
• Perform algebraic operations involving…positives and negative numbers

Basic Physics

• Use and understand principles of simple machines; sound, fluid, and heat dynamics; basic aerodynamics; aircraft structures, and theory of flight

AVIT 144 - Aircraft Electricity

1. Determine the relationship of voltage, current, and resistance in electrical circuits.
2. Measure voltage, current, resistance, and continuity.
3. Calculate and measure electrical power.
4. Calculate and measure capacitance and inductance.
5. Read and interpret aircraft electrical circuit diagrams, including solid-state devices and logic functions.
6. Inspect and service batteries.

• Basic electricity
• Calculate and measure capacitance and inductance.
• Calculate and measure electrical power.
• Measure voltage, current, resistance, and continuity
• Determine the relationship of voltage, current, and resistance
• Read and interpret aircraft electrical circuit diagrams, solid state logic
• Inspect and service batteries.

 
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AVIT 145 - Aircraft Ground Servicing

1. Start, ground operate, move, service, and secure aircraft and identify typical ground operation hazards.
2. Identify and select fuels.
3. Identify and select cleaning materials.
4. Inspect, identify, remove, and treat aircraft corrosion and perform aircraft cleaning.

• Ground operation and servicing
• Start, ground operate, move, service, and secure aircraft and id. hazards.
• Identify and select fuels.
• Cleaning and corrosion control
• Identify and select cleaning materials.
• Inspect, identify, remove, and treat A/C corrosion-perform A/C cleaning.

 
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AVIT 146 - Aviation Regulations

1. Write descriptions of work performed including aircraft discrepancies and corrective actions using typical aircraft maintenance records.
2. Complete required maintenance forms, records, and inspection reports.
3. Demonstrate ability to read, comprehend, and apply information contained in FAA and manufacturer’s aircraft maintenance specifications, data sheets, manuals, publications, and related Federal Aviation Regulations, Airworthiness Directives, and Advisory material.
4. Read technical data.
5. Exercise Mechanic privileges within the limitations prescribed by part 65 of this chapter

• Maintenance forms and records
• Write descriptions of work performed -a/c discrepancies, maintenance records.
• Complete required maintenance forms, records, and inspection reports.
• Maintenance publications
• Demonstrate ability to read, comprehend, and apply FARs, ACs…
• Read technical data.
• Mechanic privileges and limits
• Exercise mechanic privileges within limitations prescribed by Part 65.

 
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AVIT 148 - Aviation Materials and Processes

1. Identify and select appropriate nondestructive testing methods.
2. Perform dye penetrant, eddy current, ultrasonic, and magnetic particle inspections.
3. Perform basic heat-treating processes.
4. Identify and select aircraft hardware and materials.
5. Inspect and check welds.
6. Perform precision measurements.

• Materials and processes
• Identify and select appropriate nondestructive testing methods.
• Perform dye penetrant, eddy current, ultrasonic, and mag. particle inspection
• Perform basic heat-treating processes.
• Identify and select aircraft hardware and materials.
• Inspect and check welds.
• Perform precision measurements.

 
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AVIT 202 - Instrument Pilot Theory

1. Develop a working knowledge of flight in IFR conditions.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to interpret FAA Instrument flight regulations.
3. Develop knowledge of air traffic procedures, radio navigation as applied to instrument flying.
4. Create a working knowledge of aircraft systems as applied to instrument flying.
5. Develop decision making and problem solving skills related to instrument flight.
6. Demonstrate the ability to pass the FAA Instrument Pilot knowledge exam.

• Flight Planning
• Navigation systems
• Regulations
• Weather
• Aircraft performance in adverse weather

 
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AVIT 205 - Instrument Pilot Flight Training

1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of instruments.
2. Interpret and implement instrument flight regulations.
3. Create a working knowledge of radio navigation, aircraft operations, and performances as applied to instrument flying.
4. Develop decision making and problem solving skills related to instrument flight.
5. Demonstrate the ability to pass the FAA Instrument Pilot knowledge exam.

• Course consists of training that meets the requirements for the Instrument Pilot Practical Test by means of sufficiently and appropriately logged flight time that includes -
• Aircraft performance
• Aircraft systems
• Radio navigation
• Instrument flight regulations
• Instrument Flight Planning
• Weather

 
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AVIT 208 - Air Traffic Control

1. Exhibit a high level of comprehension about the ATC system in the United States.
2. Determine how flights are coordinated between airlines, airports, and ATC services.
3. Discuss major regulations involving the National Airspace System.
4. Comprehend the Code of Federal Aviation Regulations.
5. Possess a working knowledge of the terminology specific to the industry.
6. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of navigational aids available to aviation professionals.
7. Demonstrate a working knowledge of ATC procedures to include control tower operations, non-radar operations, and radar operations.
8. Explain the different types of environmental concerns within a geographic area.

• Federal Aviation Regulations
• Air traffic services
• Sectional reading
• Airspace structure
• ATC communication
• Control tower operations
• Navigational aids
• ATC procedures

 
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AVIT 222 - Non Metallic Structures

1. Select, install and remove special fasteners for metallic, bonded and composite structures.
2. Inspect bonded structures.
3. Inspect, test and repair fiberglass, plastics, honeycomb, composite, and laminated primary and secondary structures.
4. Inspect, check, service, and repair windows, doors, and interior furnishings.

• Sheet Metal and Non-Metal Structures
• Select, install and remove special fasteners-metallic, bonded, composite
• Inspect bonded structures.
• Inspect, test and repair fiberglass, plastics, honeycomb, composite
• Inspect, check, service, and repair windows, doors, and interior furnishings.

 
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AVIT 226 - Airframe Electrical Systems

1. Repair and inspect aircraft electrical system components; crimp and splice wiring to manufacturers’ specifications; and repair pins and sockets of aircraft connectors.
2. Install, check, and service airframe electrical wiring, controls, switches, indicators, and protective devices.
3. Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair alternating and direct current electrical systems.
4. Inspect, check, and troubleshoot constant speed and integrated speed drive generators.
5. Perform airframe conformity and airworthiness inspections.

• Aircraft electrical systems
• Repair and inspect aircraft electrical system; splice wiring; repair connectors.
• Install, check, and service airframe electrical wiring, controls, switches.
• Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair ac and dc electrical systems.
• Inspect, check, and troubleshoot CSDs and IDGs.

 
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AVIT 227 - Aircraft Sheetmetal

1. Inspect and repair sheet metal structures.
2. Install conventional rivets.
3. Form, layout, and bend sheet metal.
4. Read and interpret aircraft blueprint diagrams.

• Sheet Metal and Non-Metal Structures
• Inspect and repair sheet-metal structures.
• Install conventional rivets.
• Form, layout, and bend sheet metal.

 
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AVIT 228 - Aircraft Instruments and Avionics

1. Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair electronic flight instrument systems and both mechanical and electrical heading, speed, altitude, temperature, pressure, and position indicating systems to include the use of built-in test equipment.
2. Install instruments and perform a static pressure system leak test.
3. Inspect, check, and troubleshoot autopilot, servos and approach coupling systems.
4. Inspect, check, and service aircraft electronic communication and navigation systems, including VHF passenger address interphones and static discharge devices, aircraft VOR, ILS, LORAN, Radar beacon transponders, flight management computers, and GPWS.
5. Inspect and repair antenna and electronic equipment installations.
6. Inspect, check, and service speed and configuration warning systems, electrical brake controls, and anti-skid systems.
7. Inspect, check, troubleshoot, and service landing gear position indicating and warning systems.

• Aircraft instrument systems
• Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair electrical flight instrument systems.
• Install instruments and perform a static pressure system leak test.
• Communication and navigation systems
• Inspect, check, and troubleshoot autopilot, servos and approach.
• Inspect, check, and service aircraft electronic communication and navigation systems.
• Inspect and repair antenna and electronic equipment installations.
• Inspect, check, and service speed and configuration warning systems, electrical brake controls, and anti-skid systems.
• Inspect, check, troubleshoot, and service landing gear position indicating and warning systems.

 
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AVIT 229 - Aviation Law

1. Develop a basic understanding of administrative, tort, criminal, contract, labor, and international law as they relate to the aviation industry.
2. Exhibit the skills needed to read and understand reported court cases, statutes, and administrative regulations.
3. Apply general legal theories to aviation topics.
4. Identify various laws and regulating agencies relating to the aviation industry.
5. Describe the legal and regulatory environments which surround the field of aviation.
6. Discuss the legal issues affecting airline operations, civil aviation, Fixed Base Operators, and airport administrators.
7. Exhibit an ability to identify and mitigate aviation related actions that may be counter to aviation laws and regulations.

• Tort Law
• Aircraft Insurance
• FAA Enforcement
• Accident and Incident Reporting
• Federal Aviation Regulations
• Contract Law
• International Treaties

 
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AVIT 231 - Reciprocating Powerplants

1. Overhaul reciprocating engine.
2. Inspect, check, service, and repair reciprocating engines and engine installations.
3. Install, troubleshoot, and remove reciprocating engines.
4. Perform powerplant conformity and air-worthiness inspections.
5. Inspect and repair a radial engine.

• Reciprocating engines
• Inspect and repair a radial engine
• Overhaul reciprocating engine
• Inspect, check, service and repair reciprocating engines and engine installations
• Install, troubleshoot, and remove reciprocating engines
• Engine Inspection
• Perform powerplant conformity and air-worthiness inspections

 
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AVIT 232 - Turbine Powerplants

1. Overhaul turbine engine.
2. Inspect, check, service, and repair turbine engine and turbine engine installations.
3. Install, troubleshoot, and remove turbine engines.

• Turbine engines
• Overhaul turbine engine.
• Inspect, check, service, and repair turbine engine and turbine engine installations.
• Install, troubleshoot, and remove turbine engines.

AVIT 233 - Powerplant Fuel and Induction Systems

1. Troubleshoot and adjust turbine engine fuel metering systems and electronic engine fuel controls.
2. Overhaul carburetors.
3. Repair engine fuel metering components.
4. Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair reciprocating and turbine engine fuel metering systems.
5. Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service aux. systems. Such as ice and rain control systems, engine airflow and temp. control systems, carburetor air intake and induction manifolds and engine cooling systems.

• Fuel metering systems
• Troubleshoot and adjust turbine engine fuel metering systems and controls.
• Overhaul carburetor.
• Repair engine fuel metering system components.
• Induction and engine airflow system
• Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair engine ice and rain control system.
• Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair engine; airflow and temp control systems.
• Inspect, check, service, and repair carburetors air intake and induction manifolds.
• Engine cooling systems
• Repair engine cooling system components.
• Inspect, check, troubleshoot, service, and repair engine cooling systems.

 
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AVIT 235 - Powerplant Fluid and Indicating Systems

1. Trouble shoot, service and repair electrical and mechanical fluid rate-of-flow indicating systems.
2. Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical engine temperature, pressure, and RPM indicating systems.
3. Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair engine fire detection and ext. system.
4. Repair engine electrical system components.
5. Install, check, and service engine electrical wiring, controls, switches, indicators and protection devices.
6. Identify and select lubricants.
7. Repair engine lubrication system components.
8. Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair engine lubrication systems.

• Troubleshoot, service, and repair electrical and mechanical indicating systems
• Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair temp, pressure systems

Lubrication Systems

• Identify and select lubricants
• Repair engine lubrication system components
• Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair engine lubrication systems

AVIT 237 - Propellers

1. Inspect, check, service, and repair prop synch and ice control systems.
2. Identify and select propeller lubricants.
3. Balance propellers.
4. Repair propeller control system components.
5. Inspect, check, service, and repair fixed pitch, constant speed systems.
6. Install, troubleshoot, and remove propellers.
7. Repair aluminum alloy prop blades

• Propellers
• Inspect, check, service, and repair propeller synchronizing and ice control systems.
• Identify and select propeller lubricants.
• Balance propellers.
• Repair propeller control system components.
• Inspect, check, service, and repair fixed-pitch, constant-speed, propeller systems.
• Install, troubleshoot, and remove propellers.
• Repair aluminum alloy prop blades.

 
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AVIT 241 - Aircraft Fuel System and Welding Practices

1. Inspect welds in steel, titanium, and aluminum.
2. Understand fuel dump systems, fuel transfer and management systems.
3. Understand the practical application of aircraft fuel system components.
4. Inspect and repair fluid quantity indicating systems.
5. Troubleshoot and repair fluid pressure systems.

• Welding
• Welding of steel and aluminum
• Fabrication of tubular structures
• Solder, braise, gas weld and arc weld steel
• Weld aluminum and stainless steel
• Aircraft fuel systems
• Check and service fuel dump systems
• Repair aircraft fuel systems
• Inspect and repair fluid quantity indicating systems
• Troubleshoot service and repair fluid pressure temperature warning systems
• Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft fuel systems

 
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AVIT 242 - Aircraft Inspection and Rigging

1. Understand the rigging of rotary wing aircraft.
2. Rig a fixed wing aircraft.
3. Check alignment of structures.
4. Balance, rig, and inspect movable control surfaces.
5. Perform conformity and airworthiness inspections.

• Assembly and Rigging
• Rig rotary wing aircraft
• Rig fixed wing aircraft
• Check alignment of structures
• Assemble aircraft components including flight control surfaces
• Balance, rig and inspect movable light control surfaces
• Airframe inspection
• Perform airframe conformity and airworthiness inspections

 
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AVIT 245 - Aircraft System

1. Understand and repair air cycle cooling systems, Freon cooling systems, and combustion heaters.
2. Inspect and check pressurization systems.
3. Inspect, service, and repair oxygen systems.
4. Perform static pressure system leak checks.
5. Service and understand warning systems, electric brake controls and brake anti-skid systems.

• Air cycle machines
• Freon cooling systems
• Heating systems
• Oxygen systems
• Static pressure systems check
• Warning system checks
• Brakes, electric brake control, and anti-skid systems

 
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AVIT 246 - Aircraft Hydraulic and Landing Gear Systems

1. Repair hydraulic and pneumatic power systems.
2. Identify and select hydraulic fluids.
3. Inspect, check, service, troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and pneumatic power systems.
4. Safely put an aircraft on jack stands.
5. Inspect, check, service, and repair landing gear retraction systems, shocks, struts, brakes, wheels, tires and steering systems.
6. Inspect, troubleshoot, and service landing gear position and indicating warning systems.

• Hydraulic power
• Pneumatic power
• Different types of hydraulic fluid.
• Inspection method of hydraulic and pneumatics systems
• Safety procedures used in putting aircraft on jack stands
• Various landing gear systems i.e. hydraulic, electric, mechanical, as well as wheels and tires
• Various landing gear position systems and warning systems along with their sub systems

 
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AVIT 250 - Multi-Engine/Commercial Theory

1. Review principles of flight, aircraft systems, and procedures necessary to meet the standards contained in the FAA Commercial Pilot written exam.
2. Design and document appropriate flight plans.
3. Research major commercial flight publications.
4. Discuss and document multi-engine systems.
5. Determine the weight and balance restrictions for a given airplane and flight pattern.

• Multi-engine theory
• Multi-engine operations
• Commercial flight publications
• Weight and balance
• Flight planning
• Multi-engine and commercial flight regulations

 
GRADING POLICY

 
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AVIT 251 - Engine Cooling and Exhaust

1. Be able to describe the operation of a supercharger.
2. Be able to describe the concept of heat exchangers.
3. Be able to describe cooling systems on piston engines.
4. Be able to inspect and repair engine baffles on piston engines.
5. Be able to describe and understand thrust reversers.

• Reciprocating engines.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair cylinder cooling vents.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair engine baffles.
• Inspect, troubleshoot rig cow flaps.
• Inspect, troubleshoot engine exhaust and engine augmenter tube systems.
• Turbine engines
• Describe turbine cooling.
• Inspect, troubleshoot service thrust reversers.
• Inspect, troubleshoot exhaust ducts.

 
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AVIT 252 - Engine Installconformityand Ignition

1. Know how to remove and install an engine safely.
2. Be able to inspect, troubleshoot and service turbine ignition harness.
3. Be able to perform a conformity engine inspection.
4. Be able to look up and apply applicable airworthiness directives.

• Correct mechanical and safety procedures for the removing and installing of engines
• Perform an engine AD compliance report
• Perform an engine conformity inspection
• Overhaul magnetos
• Inspect, troubleshoot and service ignition harness
• Inspect and service turbine engine exhaust nozzles

 
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AVIT 253 - Engine Starting System

1. Overhaul magneto and ignition harness.
2. Inspect, service, troubleshoot, and repair reciprocating engine ignition systems and components.
3. Inspect, service, troubleshoot, and repair turbine electrical starting systems.
4. Inspect, service, and troubleshoot turbine engine pneumatic starting systems.

• Starting systems
• Repair turbine engine ignition.
• Inspect, service, troubleshoot, and repair turbine engine electrical starting systems.
• Inspect, service, and troubleshoot turbine engine pneumatic starting systems.

 
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AVIT 254 - Aircraft Systems

1. Analyze and interpret performance charts, block/schematic diagrams and techniques, drawings as related to various engines, components and systems.
2. Categorize various engine systems.
3. Recognize the advantages, and limitations of various engine types, classifications and configurations.
4. Identify and describe the location and function of various engine components.
5. Calculate engine thrust and various engine performance requirements/factors.
6. Explain the use of fire detection/extinguishing systems.
7. Review the use of hydraulic and pneumatic systems within an aircraft
8. Summarize the use of pressurization systems throughout an aircraft.

• Reciprocating engines
• Electrical systems
• Maintenance requirements
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Trouble shooting from the cockpit
• Engine cooling systems
• Propellers
• Oxygen Systems
• Fuel requirements
• Lubrication systems
• Exhaust and reverser systems
• Ice/Rain protection and deicing
• Brake Systems

 
GRADING POLICY

 
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AVIT 255 - Commercial Flight I

1. Review the maneuvers and procedures necessary to meet the standards contained in the FAA Commercial Pilot Practical Test Standards.
2. Design and document appropriate flight plans.
3. Demonstrate correct usage of airplane instruments.
4. Review airspace maps and charts and determine restrictions and best-case flight paths.

• Safety awareness
• Cockpit management
• Aeronautical decision-making
• Regulations
• Flight planning
• Airframe
• Flight instruments
• Charts and airspace
• Stability and control
• Flight training maneuvers
• Weight and balance
• Night flight operations

 
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AVIT 256 - Special Topics

1. Describe the four main speed groups of flight: Subsonic, Transonic, Supersonic and hypersonic.
2. Explain Newton’s Laws and Bernoulli’s Principle
3. Discuss the role of Mach number in compressible flows.
4. Describe complications that arise in supersonic flight such as drag, lift, and heat expansion.
5. Analyze high speed laminar airflow.
6. Discuss new aerospace materials.
7. Evaluate current Federal Aviation Regulations concerning supersonic flight and their impact on commercial air travel.
8. Analyze viability of supersonic flight in today’s commercial travel economy.

• Airflow in supersonic flight
• Nanotechnology for today’s aircraft
• Advancements in aerospace manufacturing
• Composite materials
• Potential customers of supersonic aircraft
• Aircraft designs to reduce operational costs
• Current research in commercial supersonic aircraft

 
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AVIT 260 - Aircraft Dispatch I

1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of instruments.
2. Interpret and implement instrument flight regulations.
3. Calculate engine thrust and various engine performance requirements/factors.
4. Develop decision making and problem solving skills related to instrument flight.
5. Describe minimum equipment list(s)/configuration deviation list(s) and applications.
6. Demonstrate a practical knowledge of air traffic control and emergency and abnormal procedures.

• Course consists of training that meets the requirements for the Instrument Pilot Practical Test by means of sufficiently and appropriately logged flight time that includes -
• Aircraft performance
• Aircraft systems
• Radio navigation
• Instrument flight regulations
• Instrument Flight Planning
• Air Traffic Control
• Weather
• Emergency Procedures

 
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AVIT 261 - Aircraft Dispatch II

1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of regulatory requirements.
2. Interpret and implement instrument flight regulations.
3. Describe airspace classification and route structure.
4. Develop domestic and international flight plans.
5. Describe practical dispatch applications such as human factors, resource management, briefing techniques, and crew qualifications and limitations.
6. Demonstrate a practical knowledge of aircraft dispatch necessary to perform dispatcher functions under 14 CFR Part 65.

• Course consists of training that meets the requirements for the Instrument Pilot Practical Test by means of sufficiently and appropriately logged flight time that includes -
• Aircraft performance
• Aircraft systems
• Radio navigation
• Instrument flight regulations
• Instrument Flight Planning
• Air Traffic Control
• Human Error
• Weather
• Emergency Procedures
• Contingency Planning
• Briefing Techniques Security Measures

 
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AVIT 271 - Aviation Management Career Seminar

1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of organizational risk management techniques.

2. Research Aviation industry job search forums.

3. Reason objectively about current issues facing the aviation industry.

4. Analyze professional aviation management organizations and certifications.

5. Interpret major regulations relating to Part 139 airport operations.

6. Create a five-year airport improvement plan.

 

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

B…………….80-89

C…………….70-79

D……………60-69

F…………….0-59

 
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AVIT 275 - Commercial Flight II

1. Determine critical safety requirements pertaining to commercial flight.
2. Review the maneuvers and procedures necessary to meet the standards contained in the FAA Commercial Pilot Practical Test Standards.
3. Design and document appropriate flight plans.
4. Perform a commercial check ride

• Safety awareness
• Crew resource management
• Aeronautical decision-making
• Regulations
• Flight planning
• Weight and balance
• Radio navigation and radar services
• Cross-country flight
• National airspace system
• All commercial maneuvers and experience required for checkride

 
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AVIT 279 - Aviation Career Planning

1. Develop a resume for post-graduation job search.
2. Be exposed to industry job search forums.
3. Be exposed to the industry interview process.
4. Show a working knowledge of professional organizations and certifications.
5. Reason objectively about problems facing the aviation industry.
6. Discuss the coordination of flights between airlines, airports, and ATC services.
7. Discuss major regulations governing modern airline operations.
8. Attain a working knowledge of the terminology specific to the industry.

• Resume building
• Interview preparation
• Job search resources
• Fleet planning
• Pricing and demand determination
• Current events in the industry
• Industry management functions
• Industry forecasting methods

 
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BCOM 100 - Technology for Construction

1. Use word processing software to create and edit text; save and retrieve a document; format, edit, and print a document; center, underline, bold, and indent text; use the search and replace functions; create multi-page documents; use the spell and grammar checker.
2. Use presentation software to create and edit a presentation; save and retrieve a presentation; add or remove slides; insert text boxes, photos, and other graphics; add or modify slide transitions; effectively deliver a finished presentation.
3. Use spreadsheet software to create, save, and print a worksheet; format a worksheet; create simple formulas that include relative and absolute cell references; perform what-if analysis; use basic worksheet functions, such as SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MAX, MIN, and IF; and create and format a chart.
4. Use scheduling software to create, set-up, and save a schedule; enter tasks/durations in a schedule via network diagram and Gantt views; format columns and filter activities; print various reports.
5. Use computer aided drafting software to open and save a drawing; use standard drawing tools to create and annotate a basic shop drawing; navigate plot settings to plot a drawing to scale.
6. Appraise the use of smartphones, tablets, and other mobile technologies used in the construction industry today.

• Word Processing Software
• Presentation Software
• Spreadsheet Software
• Scheduling Software
• CAD Software
• Mobile Technology

 
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BCOM 102 - Construction Graphics and Print Reading

1. Demonstrate an understanding of multi-view drawings, pictorial and auxiliary view drawings and how these are used to produce a set of working drawings for a construction project.

28471344. Demonstrate ability to produce sketches of construction details and views to communicate with workers in the field.

28471296. Identify construction types, materials, and construction methods as they pertain to working drawings.

28457600. Identify construction symbols found on floor plans, elevations, foundations, roof plans, plot/site plans, various sections, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical drawings.

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• Interpreting details and sections
• Interpreting schedule
• Construction sketching
• As-built drawings
• Relating specs to drawings
• Structural plans/symbols
• Site plans/symbols
• Mechanical/electrical plans/symbols
• HVAC plans/symbols
• Drawing addenda/addendum

 
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BCOM 103 - Green Construction

1. Identify the personal impact of the student on the environment, and strategies to lessen that impact.
2. List the tools and strategies that can be used to help reduce the impact on land and natural resources of building construction, while maximizing the potential for ecological gain during the building process.
3. Explain the tools and strategies that can be used to maximize the efficient use of water in a building.
4. Name the tools and strategies that can be used to reduce the demand for energy from fossil fuel sources in a building, and their impact on the atmosphere.
5. Discuss the tools and strategies that can be used when selecting materials and resources for building construction that can reduce the environmental impact.
6. Describe the tools and strategies that can be used to improve the indoor air quality of a building.
7. Identify new tools and strategies that can be uniquely used to reduce the environmental impact of building construction.
8. Cite examples of typical sustainable (green) building construction best practices worldwide.
9. Outline and describe the LEED rating system and the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

• Water usage
• Windows
• Insulation
• Traditional building techniques
• Wall materials
• Alternative building techniques
• Lighting
• Roofing materials
• Alternative energy
• Concrete structures
• Energy pumps
• Environmental impact
• LEED rating systems
• Neighborhood layout
• Storm water runoff
• Building orientation
• Environmental impacts
• Site Selection

 
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BCOM 104 - Construction Materials

1. Explain existing site conditions and identify materials used for site preparation.
2. Identify concrete types, strengths, and slumps.
3. Identify various types of concrete and clay masonry.
4. Identify and list types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
5. Differentiate between types of woods, plastics and composites.
6. Outline the properties and uses of dimensional lumber and engineered lumber products.
7. Discuss the structural properties of wood as they relate to load bearing uses.
8. Name various materials used for thermal and moisture protection.
9. List types of windows and doors.
10. Identify modern interior finishes.
11. Think critically and independently analyze, synthesize, and evaluate technical problems and information.
12. Identify and interpret health, safety, and welfare standards as dictated by local, state or federal agencies.

• Soils and Foundations
• Concrete
• Mortars for Masonry Walls
• Clay Brick and Concrete Masonry
• Ferrous and Nonferrous Metals
• Wood, Plastics, and Composites
• Products Manufactured from Wood
• Thermal Insulation and Vapor Barriers
• Bonding Agents, Sealers, and Sealants
• Bituminous Materials
• Glass
• Doors, Windows, Entrances, and Storefronts
• Interior Finishes
• Painting and Coatings
• Gypsum, Lime, and Plaster
• Acoustical Materials
• Interior Walls, Partitions, and Ceilings
• Flooring and Carpeting

 
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