Course Descriptions
College 101 10890101 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 reflective , 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 first semester as it identifies key expectations ( hidden rules ) of higher learning and professional employment . Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Mathematical Reasoning 10804134 All college students , regardless of their college major , need to be able to make reasonable decisions about fiscal , environmental , and health issues that require quantitative reasoning skills . An activity based approach is used to explore numerical relationships , graphs , proportional relationships , algebraic reasoning , and problem solving using linear , exponential and other mathematical models . Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts . This course may be used as the first of a two part sequence that ends with Quantitative Reasoning as the capstone general education math requirement . ( Prerequisite : Next Gen Arith score greater / equal to 250 AND Rdg score greater / equal to 250 ; OR TABE A 9 / 10 Math greater / equal to 12.7 AND Rdg greater / equal to 8.8 ; OR TABE 11 / 12 Math greater / equal to 780 AND Rdg greater / equal to 567 ; OR ACT Math score greater / equal to 15 AND ACT Reading score greater / equal to 16 ; OR prep courses-contact an academic advisor 920-498-5444 ) Course Typically Offered : Summer Fall Spring
Intro to Collision Repair 10405116 This course introduces the learner to the collision repair industry . Topics discussed include professionalism , safety , industry terminology , and the use of basic hand and power tools and equipment . This course also allows the learner the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge of sheet metal characteristics and straightening techniques . Competencies of this course will be delivered using NWTC props . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Intro to Auto Refinishing 10405118 This course introduces the learner to automotive refinishing . Topics discussed include automotive paints , personal and shop safety , environmental regulations , refinishing equipment operation and maintenance , spray gun set-up and transfer efficiencies , and vehicle detailing . Competencies of this course will be delivered using NWTC props . Course Typically Offered : Fall
Collision Repair Non Struct 1 10405102 Removal , replacement , and storage of interior and exterior trim , disarming / arming restraint systems , adjustment to movable glass , lamps , bumpers and movable tops , and wind noise / water leak diagnosis and repair . ( Corequisite : 10-405-116 Intro to Collision Repair ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Collision Repair Non Struct 2 10405103 Identifying different types of vehicle construction , nonstructural part identification , damage analysis and developing a repair plan , time management , and replacing and aligning bolted and moveable exterior panels utilizing the appropriate tools . ( Corequisites : 10-405-116 Intro to Collision Repair ; 10-405-102 Coll Repair Non Structural 1 ) Course Typically Offered : Fall
Plastic & Composite Repair 10405119 This course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process and understanding of identifying types of plastic used on vehicles , making repair or replace decisions , and repair techniques using plastic welding equipment and adhesives . Course Typically Offered :
Coll Refinish Surface Prep 10405107 Planning the refinishing process including substrate identification , paint and rust removal , panel cleaning , selecting proper sandpaper , sanding techniques , vehicle protection , masking techniques , selecting and applying the correct undercoats , and corrosion protection products and usage . ( Prerequisite : 10-405-118 Intro to Auto Refinishing ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Intro to Electrical Systems 10412153 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
Collision Refinish Topcoat App 10405121 This course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process and understanding of locating and mixing automotive color formulas , applying sealers , single-stage , and basecoat / clearcoat finishes , and optimizing transfer efficiency . ( Prerequisite : 10-405-118 , Intro to Auto Refinishing ; Corequisite : 10-405-107 , Collision Refinish Surface Prep ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Advanced Refinishing 10405123 This course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process and understanding of blending adjacent vehicle panels , blending methods for single stages and clearcoats , application and blending of automotive multi-stage finishes , refinishing defect identification , diagnosis , and repair . ( Prerequisite : 10-405-118 Intro to Auto Refinishing ; Corequisite : 10-405-107 , Collision Refinish Surface Prep ; 10-405-121 , Collision Refinish Topcoat Application ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Intro to Collision Repair Appl 10405125 This course provides the learner the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge gained in all prior courses on " live " vehicle repair . Emphasis will be placed on vehicle protection , use of available repair information , organization during the repair process , and completing repairs to industry standard . ( Prerequisite : 10-405-103 , Collision Repair Non-structural 2 ; Corequisites : 10-405-119 , Plastic & Composite Repair ; 10-405-107 , Collision Refinish Surface Prep ; 10-405-121 , Collision Refinish Topcoat Applications ; 10-405-106 , Collision Repair Welding ) Course Typically Offered : Spring
Intro to Collision Welding 10405150 This course provides the opportunity for the learner to develop the knowledge , skills , process , and understanding of welding and cutting commonly used for collision repair . Students will learn to set up , use , and maintain welding equipment and weld a variety of types and thicknesses of steels using GMAW ( MIG ) welding equipment in the flat , vertical , horizontal , and overhead position . Methods of cutting covered
27 include mechanical oxy fuel and plasma arc .