Maui Community College
Course Outline
1. Alpha and Number:
Automotive 60
AMT 60
Course Title:
Diagnosis and Repair
Number of Credits
7
Date of Outline:
January 9, 2007
2. Course Description:
Applies diagnostic skills and techniques in
advanced automotive mechanics technology
with emphasis on realism in lab and shop
operations. Includes students being
prepared to take the ASE certification exam
in the following areas: suspension and
steering; electrical/electronics; engine
performance; automatic
transmission/transaxle; manual drive train
and axles; brakes; and heating air. Prepares
students for job placement, which includes:
being able to write a resume and perform a
job interview.
3. Contact Hours per Week:
15 hours – lecture/lab
4. Prerequisites:
AMT 30, 40B, 40C, 41C, 40G, 43, 46, 50,
53, 55, or consent. Student must maintain a
valid Driver’s license throughout the
duration of the automotive course of studies.
Co-requisites:
Recommended Preparation:
At least 10th grade reading skill, or consent
Approved by ________________________________________ Date _____________
5.
General Course Objectives:
AMT 60 is an automotive course which prepares the students for the job
market in the automotive field. This course helps the student to prepare
for the ASE certification exams, includes a shop environment in which the
students must be able to diagnose, create an estimate and repair vehicles.
This course also prepares the students to be able to create a resume and
prepare them for an job interview.
6.
Student Learning Outcomes:
For assessment purposes these are linked to #7. Recommended Course Content.
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the
ability to:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
7.
8.
create and keep an organized time log and work order inventory notebook.
to prepare for ASE type exams.
work in a shop environment.
determine cost for repairs, service and adjustments to vehicles.
service, diagnose, repair and replace worn parts of a vehicle.
write a job resume.
perform successfully in a job interview.
Recommended Course Content and Approximate Time Spent On Each Topic
Linked to #6. Student Learning Outcomes.
1-2 Weeks:
Preparation towards ASE Certification, (b)
14 Weeks:
Job preparation and repair of vehicles (a,b,c,d,e,f,g)
1-2 Weeks:
Resume writing, job interview preparation (f,g)
Text and materials and Content
An appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is to be
offered from those currently available in the field. Examples include:
Text: Guide to the Automotive Certification Examination
By James G. Hughes
Materials:
Handouts provided by instructor
Video tapes viewed in class
Automotive magazines
Mitchell On Demand (computer)
Internet automotive sites
Mitchell On Demand manuals
Chilton manuals
Manufacturers repair manuals
Demonstration models (mock-ups)
9.
Recommended Course Requirements and Evaluation:
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the
time the course is being offered. Suggested requirements might include,
but are not limited to:
10.
10-20%
Attendance
10-20%
Classroom and shop management
20-40%
Notebook
30-60%
Automotive repair work (shop/live jobs)
Method of Instruction:
Instructional methods vary considerably with instructors. Specific instructional
methods will be at the discretion of the instructor teaching the course. Suggested
techniques might include, but are not limited to:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
Written exams:
In-class exercises;
Problem solving activities;
Homework assignments;
Group and individual projects;
Class discussions;
Guest lecturers;
Audio and visual presentations;
Other techniques (service learning, co-op, etc.)