Automotive Service Technology 1 - Pinellas Technical Education Center - Clearwater

Automotive Service Technology 1 from Pinellas Technical Education Center - Clearwater is a Campus Certificate Automotive degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Mission: Our mission is to provide students with the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become successful in the Automotive Service Industry. Automotive Service Technology 1 Automotive Services Assistor - Course AER0014 (300 Hours) ? Instruction includes introduction to the modern automobile , language and terms of automotive systems, and major automotive functions in motor vehicles. The students will be introduced to common shop tools, equipment and their proper use. They will learn to perform vehicle maintenance, inspections, light vehicle repairs and services. The students will also be introduced to electrical system basics, wiring schematics, meter usage and fundamentals of troubleshooting electrical circuits. As part of this course students will have a better understanding of OSHA, proper handling and disposal of chemicals, and materials used in a shop environment and shop safety. Students will increase their proficiency in employability skills. Automotive Brake System Technician - Course AER0418 (150 Hours) ? Instruction includes theory, operation, diagnosis and service of hydraulic braking systems, drum brake, disc brake, anti-lock brakes, and power assist systems. Lab work includes demonstrations, hands-on practice to provide a working knowledge of diagnosis and repair of the hydraulic systems, drum and disc brake systems, power assist units and associated systems. Included will be coverage of wheel bearings, parking brakes, related electrical circuits, and proper use of on-car and off-car brake lathes. Automobile Suspension and Steering Technician - Course AER0453 (150 Hours) ? Instruction includes the fundamentals of the chassis, including basic and power steering systems, variable effort power steering systems, suspension systems (both basic and computer controlled), geometric centerline alignment, thrust line alignment, and total four-wheel alignment as the focus of this course. Proper procedures in diagnosis of steering and suspension systems, replacing components along with basic frame, and body measuring for correct locations are also covered. Lab work includes steering and suspension repair, tire balancing and alignment on computerized alignment equipment, and computerized wheel balancing utilizing school training aids. Automotive Electrical/Electronic System Technician - Course AER0360 (300 Hours) ? Instruction includes information on electrical circuits, instrumentation, electronic climate controls, cruise control, advanced lighting systems, air bags, multiple types of sensors, multiplexing, and motorized seatbelts. This material will include automotive and light truck electronic applications. The course is an in depth study of electronic components and how they work. Also to be covered is the use of digital multi-meters, scan tools, oscilloscopes, and diagnostic charts for computerized management systems. This course will instruct how these devices help in troubleshooting electrical problems. Engine Repair Technician - Course AER0110 (150 Hours) ? Instruction in the principles of four-stroke engine designs are the foundation for this study. This introduction to automotive engines includes theory, construction and overhaul procedures, including cylinder heads, blocks, bearings, pistons, rods, crankshafts, valve trains, and gaskets. Proper use of hand tools, precision tools, special engine tools, and equipment is demonstrated. Lab work includes application of diagnosis, and overhaul and repair procedures on training aids. View more details on Pinellas Technical Education Center . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Automotive courses.