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College, 3300 College Dr, San Bruno, CA 94066 | Summer 2008 | Fall 2008 | Costs: A material and lab fee is also included for specific classes due to the extensive hands-on time in the lab and on the dynamometers. Please contact us for the cost of the class you wish to take. Summer 2008
Summer Weekend ClassesAUTO 665SA SMOG CHECK UPDATE 2007 This course is required to obtain an initial or renewal Smog Check License. Topics covered include the operation and diagnosis of Evaporative Emission Systems, OBD II Mode 6, and Enhanced Fuel Trim. A brief introduction to CAN and the latest Smog Check Program updates will be covered. The Smog Check license renewal examination will be given during this class. This topic may be repeated once for credit. Fees for this class are: $135 for materials and lab; $22 for registration if not already enrolled in a class this semester, $20 if already enrolled. BAR requires that course materials for the 2007 Smog Check Update class be purchased in advance of the first class meeting. After you have registered for the class you will receive a letter explaining how to order the course materials. Students cannot show up for the first day and expect to add the class. Each student must complete the homework questions, lab assignments, and pass the final exam with 70% or higher to receive BAR credit for the course. Transfer: CSU
AUTO 665SH BAR LI ALTERNATIVE TRAINING This course is approved by the Bureau of Automotive Repair as an alternative to meet the ASE L1 certification requirement for obtaining and maintaining a smog check license. BAR regulations require each student to attend 100% of each course to qualify to take the final examination. Course content will focus on diagnosis and driveability. This topic may be repeated once for credit. Transfer: CSU. This class has an additional fee of $120 for lab and materials.
Summer Morning ClassesAUTO 709 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE ORIENTATION New! Teaches entry-level job skills necessary to gain employment in the automotive service industry. Students will learn tire services, oil and filter changes, vehicle lubrication, battery testing and pre-delivery inspection procedures. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer: CSU.
Prereq: Professional experience. Study of the principles of heat transfer as it relates to cooling and heating of the engine and passenger compartments; proper maintenance of system. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer: CSU.
Summer Evening Classes
AUTO 708 AUTOMOTIVE PRINCIPLES LAB A general elective for those desiring a basic knowledge of the automobile. Students perform minor maintenance procedures for own vehicle. May be repeated for credit on a space available basis a maximum of three times. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 710 FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTO MECHANICS An introduction to the automotive technology program and profession; recommended for students desiring entrance into the Automotive Mechanics Technology Progam. Transfer: CSU
AUTO 757 FORD ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS* An in-depth study of the Ford electronic engine controls. The course is designed to explore the operation, diagnosis and repair of Ford on-board computer systems. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer: CSU
AUTO 764 EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS I * Recommended: Professional experience. Study of automotive vehicle emissions control systems, including basic theory, design and operation. This course will help prepare students planning to enroll in the Clean Air Car course. Transfer: CSU
Prereq: Professional experience. Applied techniques in schematic reading and diagnosis of various body electrical circuits, including power doors, mirrors, window, and seats; sunroofs, air bags, and semi-conductor logic gates. This course builds on the concepts introduced in Electrical I and II. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer: CSU.
Fall 2008
Fall Weekend Classes
AUTO 665SA SMOG CHECK UPDATE 2007 This course is required to obtain an initial or renewal Smog Check License. Topics covered include the operation and diagnosis of Evaporative Emission Systems, OBD II Mode 6, and Enhanced Fuel Trim. A brief introduction to CAN and the latest Smog Check Program updates will be covered. The Smog Check license renewal examination will be given during this class. This topic may be repeated once for credit. Fees for this class are: $135 for materials and lab; $22 for registration if not already enrolled in a class this semester, $20 if already enrolled. BAR requires that course materials for the 2007 Smog Check Update class be purchased in advance of the first class meeting. After you have registered for the class you will receive a letter explaining how to order the course materials. Students cannot show up for the first day and expect to add the class. Each student must complete the homework questions, lab assignments, and pass the final exam with 70% or higher to receive BAR credit for the course. Transfer: CSU
AUTO 665SF BAR A6 ALTERNATIVE ELECTRICAL /ELECTRONICS TRAINING This course is approved by the Bureau of Automotive Repair as an alternative to meet the ASE A6 certification requirement for obtaining and maintaining a smog check license. BAR regulations require each student to attend 100% of each course to qualify to take the final examination. Course content will focus on electrical/electronics diagnosis. This topic may be repeated once for credit. Transfer: CSU. This class has an additional fee of $120 for lab and materials.
AUTO 665SH BAR LI ALTERNATIVE TRAINING The 2009 Smog Check update training includes course lectures, homework assignments, laboratory assignments, and a final examination. BAR approved course syllabus and materials will be distributed to the student prior to the start of the course. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 665SM 2009 SMOG CHECK UPDATE New! The 2009 Smog Check update training includes course lectures, homework assignments, laboratory assignments, and a final examination. BAR approved course syllabus and materials will be distributed to the student prior to the start of the course. An additional Lab Fee of $50 applies to this class. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 665SN TEST PREPARATION: A4 & A5 SUSPENSION, STEERING & BRAKES New! This course is designed to prepare students for the ASE's A4 and A5 Suspension, Steering & Brakes Certification test. Course content will include review of specific content areas as specified by ASE. Students will develop test-taking skills by answering practice test questions that will be reviewed and discussed. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 665SO ASE TEST PREPARATION: A7 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING New! This course is designed to prepare students for the ASE's A7 Heating and Air Conditioning Certification test. Course content will include review of specific content areas as specified by ASE. Students will develop test-taking skills by answering practice test questions that will be reviewed and discussed. Transfer: CSU.
New! AUTO 665SP ASE TEST PREPARATION: A1 ENGINE REPAIR This course is designed to prepare students for the ASE's A1 Engine Repair Certification test. Course content will include review of specific content areas as specified by ASE. Students will develop test-taking skills by answering practice test questions that will be reviewed and discussed. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 665SR ASE TEST PREPARATION: A6 ELECTRICAL New! This course is designed to prepare students for the ASE's A6 Electrical Certification test. Course content will include review of specific content areas as specified by ASE. Students will develop test-taking skills by answering practice test questions that will be reviewed and discussed. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 665SS ASE TEST PREPARATION: A8 ENGINE PERFORMANCE New! This course is designed to prepare students for the ASE's A8 Engine Performance Certification test. Course content will include review of specific content areas as specified by ASE. Students will develop test-taking skills by answering practice test questions that will be reviewed and discussed. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 708 AUTOMOTIVE PRINCIPLES LAB A general elective for those desiring a basic knowledge of the automobile. Students perform minor maintenance procedures for own vehicle. May be repeated for credit on a space available basis a maximum of three times. Transfer: CSU.
Fall Morning Classes
AUTO 713 AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICITY / ELECTRONICS** Prereq: This course requires admission by special application. This course involves the study of electrical fundamentals, electrical test equipment, automotive batteries, starting and charging systems, wiring diagrams, lighting circuits, various advanced body electrical circuits and controls. Primary emphasis on diagnosis, testing, and repair. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 721 STEERING, SUSPENSION & BRAKES** Prereq: This course requires admission by special application. Study of automotive steering, suspensions, and brakes. Emphasis on the theory of operation, diagnosis, and repair of modern braking, steering, and suspension systems. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer CSU.
AUTO 734 AUTO ENGINE DIAGNOSIS & REPAIR** Prereq: This course requires admission by special application. Detailed study of various engine designs and materials. Lab will include diagnosis, inspection, repair methods and parts necessary for complete repair. Various machine and machining operations will also be covered. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 735 TRANSMISSION & DRIVE TRAINS DIAGNOSIS & REPAIR** Prereq: This course requires admission by special application. Detailed study of the clutch, standard and automatic transmissions, drive lines and differentials; theory of operation including friction materials, hydraulics, torque converters, gear trains, planetary gear sets, as well as gear ratios, speeds, drive line angles and tooth patterns. Both electronically and hydraulically controlled automatic transmissions are studied. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer: CSU.
AUTO 751 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE ** Prereq: This course requires admission by special application. A study of the engine subsystems responsible for good engine performance, clean air, and fuel economy. Systems to be covered include: ignition, fuel emission and computer controls. Transfer: CSU.
Fall Afternoon Classes
AUTO 710 FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTO MECHANICS An introduction to the automotive technology program and profession; recommended for students desiring entrance into the Automotive Mechanics Technology Progam. Transfer: CSU
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