NWTC College Program Guide 2022-2023 | Page 37

10-602-101 AUTO SERVICE OPERATIONS ... students will perform and understand oil change and multipoint vehicle inspections ; writing a repair order ; battery jump starting , charging , and safety ; tire inspection , removing , replacement , and repair . ( Pre-requisite : 10-412-125 Transportation Service Operations ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-412-170 WELDING TRANSPORTATION 1 ... focuses on welding and cutting safety ; develops skills in welding and cutting of metals used in the transportation trades . Methods of welding include gas metal arc welding ( MIG ) in the horizontal , vertical , and overhead positions . Methods of cutting include oxy-fuel and plasma arc cutting of metals . Students will learn to set up and maintain welding equipment and weld and cut a variety of types and thicknesses of materials commonly used in the transportation trades . Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-602-104 BRAKE SYSTEMS ... this automotive course focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose , service and repair vehicle braking systems including an introduction to ABS . Focus will be on replacing and machining disc and drum brakes , learning brake hydraulic principals , different types of brake �uids , parking brake operation , and �aring replacement brake lines . ( Pre-requisite : 10-602-101 Auto Service Operations ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-804-301 VOCATIONAL MATH A ... This course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge and skills to apply the concepts of whole numbers , fractions , decimals , measurement , proportions , and percent to their career . No prerequisites needed . Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-412-153 INTRO TO ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ... focus on the theory of electricity . This will include studying Ohms , Kirchoff ' s , and Newton ' s Laws and how they apply to the circuits on various electrical systems on a vehicle . Students will apply these theories to troubleshoot simple circuits . Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-602-102 AUTO ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS 1 ... students will diagnose more complex circuits utilizing an electrical meter and test light . Students will build circuits and test existing circuits on a vehicle , including parallel circuits and relays . Testing will include volts , amps , Ohms- measured and calculated , and voltage drop . ( Pre-requisite : 10-412-153 Intro to Electrical Systems ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-602-124 STEERING AND SUSPENSION SYSTEMS ... this course focuses on developing the skills needed to diagnose , service and repair steering and suspension components such as ball joints , control arms , shocks , struts , inner and outer tie rod ends . Additionally , steering and suspension safety , tire types and ratings , wheel balance , and wheel alignment procedures . ( Pre-requisite : 10-602-101 Auto Service Operations ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
10-890-101 COLLEGE 101 ... Students will utilize digital tools and resources to assess , explore , practice , apply , and evaluate both employability and learning skills . By establishing NWTC cultural values as hallmarks of success in academic , career , and personal settings the course encourages re�ective , personalized development of a growth mindset and emphasizes the importance of making wise choices . To maximize the return on investment , students should take this course in their �rst semester as it identi�es key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer / Fall / Spring
10-602-195 ADVANCED CHASSIS SYSTEMS ... this course will provide the opportunity to develop the skills needed to diagnose , service and repair the electrical side of the antilock brake system , vehicle stability enhancement system , and electronic steering and suspension system ( Pre-requistes : 10-602-102 Auto Electrical and Electronic Systems 1 , 10-602-124 Steering and suspension systems , 10-602-104 Brake Systems ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-602-105 AUTO ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS 2 ... students will diagnose preliminary vehicle electrical systems that include the battery , starter , and alternator . Testing will include volts , Ohms-measured and calculated , amps , voltage drop , and parasitic draw . ( Pre-requisite : 10-602-102 Auto Electrical & Electronic Systems 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-602-103 ENGINE REPAIR 1 ... this course will provide the opportunity for students to understand basic engine design and the 4 stroke cycle . The course will also provide an opportunity to develop the skills needed to diagnose , service and repair vehicle cooking systems and lubrication systems ( Pre-requisite : 10-602-101 Automotive Service Operations ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-602-106 ENGINE PERFORMANCE 1 ... develop the skills needed to diagnose , service and repair powertrain control and ignition systems . Emphasis on diagnostic procedures and the problem-solving techniques associated with automotive engine performance and drivability . ( Prerequisite : 10-602-102 Auto Electrical & Electronic Systems 1 ; 10-602-103 Engine Repair 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-602-108 ENGINE PERFORMANCE 2 ... develop the skills needed to diagnose , service and repair fuel systems . Emphasis on diagnostic procedures , problem-solving techniques associated with automotive engine performance and drivability . ( Prerequisite : 10-602-106 Engine Performance 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-602-113 ENGINE PERFORMANCE 3 ... develop the skills needed to diagnose , service and repair emissions control systems . Emphasis on diagnostic procedures , problem-solving techniques associated with automotive engine performance and drivability . ( Pre-requisite : 10-602-108 Engine Performance 2 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
10-602-116 AUTO CERTIFICATION PREPARATION 1 ... this course provides an opportunity for students to develop the knowledge , skills and understanding required to successfully complete the Automotive Technician certi�cation test in the areas of Brakes , Steering and Suspension , and Engine Performance . ( Co-requisites : 10-602-195 Advanced Chassis , 10-602-106 Engine Performance 1 , 10-602-108 Engine Performance 2 , 10-602-113 , Engine Performance 3 ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
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