Automotive Systems (AST)

AST-1116  Introduction to Trade Practices  (1.5 Credits)  

A study of basic materials, shop safety, basic and specialty tools, and material fasteners. Focus is to prepare students to be productive in an entry-level industry position. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (1.0), Lab (1.0)

Equivalent to AST-116.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1122 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1116L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1119  Basic Automotive Electrical I  (3 Credits)  

Students will study electrical theory including electron theory, voltage, current, resistance, circuits, circuit faults and magnetism. Solid-state components such as diodes and transistors will be explored. Some simple automotive circuits, as well as automotive batteries, will be discussed and tested. Diagnostic skills will be stressed. Practical work will be performed in the shop where possible using various testing tools including volt meters and scan tools. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (3.0), Lab (3.0)

Equivalent to AST-119.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1119L (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1116 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1122 (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1122  Automotive Industry  (1.5 Credits)  

This course provides an overview of the government agencies and regulations that impact the automotive industry. This will cover shop safety expectations, including the safe use of oxyacetylene. Students will work with computer applications used in the trade for managing business operations. In addition, effective communication for customer service will be examined. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (2)

Equivalent to AST-122.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1116 (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1131  Automotive Braking Systems  (3 Credits)  

Students will study brake system fundamentals, components and service. Students will work on shop units and progress to customer vehicles when practical. Emphasis will be on safety and quality of work. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (2.0), Lab (2.0)

Equivalent to AST-131.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1122 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1116 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1133 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1131L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1133  Automotive Drivelines  (3 Credits)  

Students will study drive-shafts, axles and differentials. Diagnosis and industry repair techniques will be covered in theory and on shop units. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (3.0), Lab (3.0)

Equivalent to AST-133.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1116 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1122 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1133L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1134  Auto Directional Control Systems  (3 Credits)  

Students will study current suspension, steering and alignment systems. Emphasis will be on safety, diagnosis and repair. Students will begin with shop units and progress to customer units where practical. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (3.0), Lab (3.0)

Equivalent to AST-134.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1122 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1116 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1134L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1135  Basic Maintenance  (3 Credits)  

Students will study and practice entry-level jobs such as oil changes, service jobs and tire service. Students will also learn light trailer service. The focus of the class will be to prepare students for an entry-level position in the industry. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (2.0), Lab (2.0)

Equivalent to AST-135.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1135L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1138  Automotive Electrical Systems II  (3 Credits)  

Students will study automotive electrical systems and circuits including circuit diagrams, circuit protection devices, circuit operation and fault diagnosis. Students will be introduced to basic automotive circuits and accessories, as well as starting and charging systems. Test equipment will be studied and used in a practical setting. Students will analyze circuits on live units where possible and perform repairs as required. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (3.0), Lab (3.0)

Equivalent to AST-138.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1116 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1119 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1122 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1138L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1139  Advanced Automotive Electrical Systems  (3 Credits)  

Students will study automotive electrical systems and advanced circuits including on-car electrical and electrical accessories. They will also explore sensors critical to electronic engine control systems with lab scopes and multimeters. Scan tool hookup and data interpretation will also be covered. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (2.5), Lab (2.5)

Equivalent to AST-139.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1116 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1119 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1122 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1138 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1139L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1141  Automotive Drivetrains  (3 Credits)  

A study of clutches, transmissions, and transaxles. Diagnosis and industry repair techniques are covered in theory and on shop units. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (2.0), Lab (2.0)

Equivalent to AST-141.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1116 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1122 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1141L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1142  Automotive Engine Systems  (3 Credits)  

Students will study engine systems such as air induction, exhaust, lubricating and cooling. Disassembly and assembly procedures as well as engine diagnosis will be performed on shop units. Students will progress to customer vehicles when practical. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (2.5), Lab (2.5)

Equivalent to AST-142.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1116 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1122 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1142L (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1143 (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1143  Engine Fundamentals  (3 Credits)  

This course examines current industry practices for inspection and repair of automotive engines. Students will inspect, measure and evaluate engine components. This will include disassembling and reassembling engines to operational standards. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (2.5), Lab (2.5)

Equivalent to AST-143.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1116 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1122 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1142 (Required, Concurrent). Take AST-1143L (Required, Concurrent).

AST-1145  Performance Projects  (3 Credits)  

Students will perform applied research into the extreme applications in the automotive industry. Students will pick a project of personal interest and research the project using all available information. Where possible, the product or procedure will be performed in the shop and the results compared to the research. The student will analyse the value of the product or procedure based on the results of the research and/or the practical testing. Not available for supplemental. Not eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Instruction (2.0), Lab (2.0)

Equivalent to AST-145.

Requisite courses: Take AST-1116 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1122 (Required, Previous). Take AST-1145L (Required, Concurrent).