Automotive
Brigham Young University–Idaho 2011-2012
The Automotive Department prepares students for a wide range of
careers in a fast-growing, rapidly changing industry.
The demand for skilled, educated and honest professionals continues
to intensify as the complexity of the modern automobile increases. As
a result, our graduates are highly sought after and well-compensated.
Since every household and business in America is affected by the
transportation industry, career opportunities are plentiful.
The Automotive Department offers the following degrees, minors,
and clusters:
• B.S. in Automotive Technology (4 yr #412-144)
This degree allows students to choose a minor or two clusters
from areas such as engineering, fabrication, welding, computer
science, education, writing, and much more. Graduates of this
degree are prepared for diverse careers in the automotive industry.
• B.S. in Automotive Technology, with an emphasis in Business
Management (4 yr #412-143)
This degree prepares graduates for career opportunities such as
automotive service manager, fleet manager, service advisor, manufacturer representative, business owner or entrepreneur.
• A.A.S. in Automotive Technology (2 yr #346)
This degree prepares students for a career as an automotive technician or a related position.
• Minor in Automotive Technology
• Cluster in Automotive Technology
Automotive Department
Automotive courses: These classes are “hands-on” and interactive. Much of the required course time is spent in labs, working on
vehicles with real problems. In these courses students will become
familiar with modern automotive technology. BYU-Idaho’s automotive facility is well equipped with state-of-the-art equipment where
students can experience the latest technology and leave well-prepared
to begin a successful career.
Justin Miller, Program Coordinator
Richard Dye, Justin Miller, Troy Spratling
Jamie Andersen, Secretary (208) 496-7660
http://www.byui.edu/Automotive/
Internship: An internship is required and allows students to gain
industry experience as part of their training. Here, students will have
the opportunity to apply and to reinforce the knowledge and skills
learned in the classroom.
Elective courses: The Automotive Department also offers elective
classes to non-majors where they learn consumer awareness and basic
automotive maintenance skills. These courses are open to all university students.
Special costs: A lab fee of $60 per semester is required for automotive courses only. This fee provides coveralls, shop towels, and the
cleaning of these items. Majors are expected to have at least a basic
set of tools. A list of these tools can be found at http://www.byui.
edu/automotive and these tools can be purchased through the school
for a discount.
GPA requirements: in order to qualify for graduation with an automotive degree, students must earn at least a ‘C’ grade in each core
curriculum class.
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AAS in Automotive Technology (346)
Take required Foundations courses
Major Requirements
No Double Counting of Major Courses - No Grade Less Than C
Core Courses
Take these courses:
AUTO 125
AUTO 131
AUTO 132
AUTO 155
AUTO 201
AUTO 221
AUTO 231
AUTO 232
AUTO 298
AUTO 340
AUTO 350
AUTO 365
AUTO 381
AUTO 382
1
3
3
4
4
3
3
3
1
3
6
6
3
3
46
Supplemental Courses
Take 1 course:
ME 105
ME 131
4
3
3
Take one course:
CHEM 101
PH 101
4
4
4
Optional Course
Optional course
AUTO 291
Program Notes:
0.5
Total Major Credits=53
This major is available on the following tracks:
Winter-Spring---- YES Fall-Winter---- YES Spring-Fall---- NO
BS in Automotive Technology (412-143)
Business Management Emphasis
Take required Foundations courses
Major Requirements
No Double Counting of Major Courses - No Grade Less Than C
Core Courses
Take these courses during
your first 2 semesters:
AUTO 125
1
AUTO 131
3
AUTO 132
3
AUTO 155
4
11
Take these courses:
AUTO 201
AUTO 221
AUTO 231
AUTO 232
AUTO 340
AUTO 350
AUTO 365
AUTO 381
AUTO 382
B 364
Take 1 course:
AUTO 298
AUTO 398
4
3
3
3
3
6
6
3
3
3
37
1
1
1
Take 1 courses:
ME 105
ME 131
4
3
3
Emphasis Courses
ACCTG 180
CIT 140
ECON 150
FDMAT 221*
Take 1 course:
B 220
B 275
B283
Program Notes:
3
3
3
3
12
*Note to students: FDMAT 221 needs to be taken to satisfy a
major requirement as well as partially satisfy the Foundations
Quantitative Reasoning requirement. Full completion of
Foundations will also require FDMAT 108T.
3
3
3
3
Business Courses
Apply to and take IBC Group
courses. (These courses may
not be taken as stand alone
courses. They must be taken as
the 12 credit IBC course)
B 302
3
B 322
3
B 342
3
B 362
3
12
Optional course:
AUTO 291
0.5
Total Major Credits=79
Additional Elective Credits Required for Graduation - 1
This major is available on the following tracks:
Fall-Winter---- YES Winter-Spring---- YES 144
Spring-Fall---- NO
Automotive
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BS in Automotive Technology (412-144)
General Automotive Emphasis
Take required Foundations courses
Major Requirements
No Double Counting of Major Courses - No Grade Less Than C
Core Courses
Take these courses during
your first 2 semesters:
AUTO 125
1
AUTO 131
3
AUTO 132
3
AUTO 155
4
11
Take these courses:
AUTO 201
AUTO 221
AUTO 231
AUTO 232
AUTO 340
AUTO 350
AUTO 365
AUTO 381
AUTO 382
B 364
Take 1 course:
AUTO 298
AUTO 398
Supplemental Courses
Take 6 credits:
ME 105
ME 131
ME 331
ME 332
Program Notes:
4
3
3
3
6
4
3
3
3
3
6
6
3
3
3
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REQUIRED MINOR OR CLUSTERS
Students majoring in Automotive Technology are required to select either a minor or two
clusters from one of the areas listed below. Pre-approved minors include: Accounting, Communications, Computer Information Technology, Computer Science, Economics, English, and
Engineering. Pre-approved clusters include: Agribusiness, Agricultural Business Science
Technology, Financial Accounting, General Business, Entrepreneurship, Administrative Assistant,
Human Resources Management, Advertising, Public Relations, News/Journalism, Communication Management, Professional Presentations, Economics and Finance, Law and Economics,
CIT / Accounting, Secondary Education Cluster, Professional Writing & Editing, Chemistry,
Computer Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing, Welding, Fabrication, Welding Fabrication
Technology, and Physics.
1
1
1
Total Major Credits=55
This major is available on the following tracks:
Fall-Winter---- YES Winter-Spring---- YES Spring-Fall---- NO
Minor in Automotive Technology (210)
Take required Foundations courses
Minor Requirements
No Double Counting of Minor Courses - No Grade Less Than C
CORE COURSES
Take 1 course
AUTO 100
AUTO 125
Take these courses:
AUTO 102
AUTO 131
AUTO 132
AUTO 155
AUTO 231
AUTO 232
1
1
1
1
3
3
4
3
3
17
SUPPLEMENTAL
COURSES
Take 1 course:
AUTO 221
AUTO 340
AUTO 350*
AUTO 365*
AUTO 381
AUTO 382
Program Notes:
3
3
6
6
3
3
3
*By instructor consent only.
Total Major Credits=21
Fall-Winter---- YES This major is available on the following tracks:
Winter-Spring---- YES 145
Spring-Fall---- NO
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Automotive Pre-approved Clusters
Automotive Technology6100
Take 1 course:
AUTO 100
Automotive Maintenance 1
1
AUTO 125
Automotive Major Essentials
1
Take these courses:
AUTO 102
Automotive Maintenance 2
1
AUTO 131
Automotive Electrical Systems 1
3
AUTO 132
Automotive Engine Performance 1
3
Take 4 credits:
AUTO 155
Steering, Suspension and Brakes
4
AUTO 221
Air Conditioning & Heating
3
AUTO 231
Automotive Electrical Systems 2
3
AUTO 232
Automotive Engine Performance 2
3
Total Credits
12
Course Descriptions AUTO 100 Automotive Maintenance 1
Automotive Introductory Module6101
Take 1 course:
AUTO 125
Automotive Major Essentials
1
AUTO 131
Automotive Electrical Systems 1
3
AUTO 132
Automotive Engine Performance 1
3
AUTO 155
Steering, Suspension and Brakes
4
Total Credits
11
Credits*
AUTO 231 Autmotive Electrical Systems 2
(1:1:0)
This class is a basic consumer-awareness and career exploration course. It is designed
to teach students about how their automobiles work and how to maintain them. They will
also be introduced to career opportunities in the automotive field. Some of the course
time will be spent in the classroom, while some will be spent working in the lab with small
groups.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
AUTO 102 Automotive Maintenance 2 AUTO 232 Automotive Engine Performance 2
(1:0:2)
(1:1:0)
AUTO 290 Independent Study This is an online course required for all automotive majors. It is designed to introduce
students to some of the foundational principles and knowledge required to be successful
in other automotive courses.
AUTO 131 Automotive Electrical Systems 1
(3:2:4)
AUTO 291 Certification
(3:2:4)
AUTO 298 Automotive Internship
AUTO 340 Automotive Alternate and Flexible Fuel Systems (3:2:3)
Prerequisites: AUTO 232 or instructor consent
This course discusses the newest information of today’s fuels and alternative power
sources. Hybrid systems and alternate fuels such as ethanol, methanol, diesel, bio-fuel,
will be the focus of the class. System comparisons, operation of these systems and how
they impact the transportation industry will be explored as well.
(Winter)
(4:2:7)
AUTO 350 Major Engine Repair
(6:3:9)
Fee: $60.00
Prerequisite: AUTO 231; AUTO 232
This course teaches the theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of automotive engines.
(Winter)
(4:2:7)
Total Course Fees: $60.00
Prerequisites: Automotive majors only
Principles and theory, diagnosis and repair of clutch mechanisms, manual transmissions
and transaxles, transfer cases, drive shafts, and drive axles.
(Winter)
AUTO 221 Air Conditioning and Heating
(1:0:0)
Twelve consecutive weeks of supervised on-the-job training, totaling at least 200 hours.
Required for all automotive majors. Conditions of internship are handled on an individual
basis by department intern coordinator.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
Total Course Fees: $60.00
A class oriented towards automotive majors that teaches service and repair procedures
on the steering, suspension, and brake systems that are found on today’s cars and light
trucks.
(Spring Fall)
AUTO 201 Automotive Drive Trains
(0.5:1:0)
This class covers the basic information and procedures necessary to prepare to take the
national ASE certification tests. Students will discuss test methodology, as well as take
practice certification tests.
(Fall, Winter)
Prerequisites: AUTO 131
Students will learn the importance of shop safety and the environmental hazards
associated with the automotive industry. They will gain essential understanding about
engine lubrication and cooling systems. They will also learn the requirements for optimal
engine performance and become familiar with the methods and tools necessary for engine
condition testing.
(Fall, Spring)
AUTO 155 Steering, Suspension, and Brakes
(1-3:0:0)
Special problems in automotive skills. Credit and schedule arranged with Auto department
chairman.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
This course will introduce students to the basic principles of electricity, automotive
electrical circuits, batteries, starting systems, and charging systems. Students will learn
how to diagnose and repair electrical faults using test equipment and tools.
(Fall, Spring)
AUTO 132 Automotive Engine Performance 1
(3:2:4)
Prerequisites: AUTO 131; AUTO 132
Students will be introduced to engine management systems including: fuel injection,
ignition systems, emission control and the various sensors, actuators, and computer logic
that all contribute to efficient operation of today’s internal combustion engines. Emphasis
will be placed on using scan tools, lab scopes and gas analyzers to determine if the
engine is operating efficiently.
(Winter)
Total Course Fees: $10.00
Prerequisites: AUTO 100
This is a lab-only experience designed to teach students how to perform maintenance and
basic repairs on their own automobiles. Students will learn skills through demonstrations
and other assignments; they will then practice those skills on their own vehicles.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
AUTO 125 Automotive Major Essentials (3:2:4)
Prerequisites: AUTO 131
This course will build on the principles of electricity and electronics as they are applied
to automotive electrical systems. Topics covered include the various accessories in
an automobile, computerized circuits, and network communications. Students will
understand and become proficient at diagnosing and repairing all types of electrical
circuits.
(Winter)
AUTO 365 Automotive Transmissions
(6:3:9)
Prerequisite: AUTO 201; AUTO 231; AUTO 232
Theory of operation, diagnosis and repair of common automatic transmissions used in
passenger cars and light trucks.
(Winter)
(3:2:3)
Prerequisites: AUTO 231
Wiring diagrams, vacuum circuits, climate control systems, air conditioning theory, and
their computer controls diagnosis and repair of all related systems.
(Spring Fall)
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AUTO 381 Automotive Engine Performance 3
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(3:2:4)
Total Course Fees: $30.00
Prerequisite: AUTO 231; AUTO 232
An Advanced engine performance course that will consist of a review of engine operation
while focusing on engine management systems including: fuel injection, air induction,
five-gas analysis, and electronic ignition.
(Fall, Spring)
AUTO 382 Automotive Engine Performance 4
(3:2:4)
Total Course Fees: $30.00
Prerequisite: AUTO 231; AUTO 232
Advanced engine performance course consisting of engine management systems with an
emphasis in emission control, multiplexing, late model power train innovations, and on
board diagnostics.
(Fall, Spring)
AUTO 398 Automotive Management Internship
(1:0:0)
This is an internship experience for management training/assistant management
positions in the automotive service world. Students will find and work in such a
position for at least 250 hours during any semester of their choice in order to receive
credit. Through this experience students will gain a better understanding of what the
management side of the automotive industry is like. Students will be required to complete
some forms at the start, during and at the completion of this course.
(Fall, Winter, Spring)
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* Credit Description (Credit Hours : Lecture Hours per week : Lab Hours per week)
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