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AUMT 1305 Introduction to Automotive
Technology (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 1163.
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, fasteners, professional responsibilities, and automotive maintenance. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 1306 Automotive Engine Removal And Installation (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 1165.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1305 or concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1305.
Fundamentals of engine inspection, removal and installation procedures. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 1307 Automotive Electrical Systems (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 1173 or AUTO 1371.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1305 or concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1305.
An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory, testing, diagnosis, and repair of batteries, charging and starting systems, and electrical accessories. Emphasis on electrical schematic diagrams and service manuals. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 1310 Automotive Brake Systems (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 1166.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1307 or concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1307.
Operation and repair of drum/disc type brake systems. Emphasis on safe use of modern equipment. Topics include brake theory, diagnosis, and repair of power, manual, anti-lock brake systems, and parking brakes. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 1316 Suspension And Steering (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 1167.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1307 or concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1307.
Theory and operation of automotive suspension and steering systems including tire and wheel problem diagnosis, component repair, and alignment procedures. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 1319 Automotive Engine Repair (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 1164.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1305 or concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1305.
Fundamentals of engine operation, diagnosis and repair including lubrication systems and cooling systems. Emphasis on overhaul of selected engines, identification and inspection, measurements, and disassembly, repair, and reassembly of the engine. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 1345 Automotive Heating And Air Conditioning (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 2370.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1307 or concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1307.
Theory of automotive air conditioning and heating systems. Emphasis on the basic refrigeration cycle and diagnosis and repair of system malfunctions. Covers EPA guidelines for refrigerant handling and new refrigerant replacements. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 1380 Cooperative Education-Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 7371.
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 2 AUMT courses and Automotive Department approval.
Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
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AUMT 1381 Cooperative Education-Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 7372.
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 2 AUMT courses and Automotive Department approval.
Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
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AUMT 2311 Automotive Electronic Controls (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUMT 2373.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1307.
Addresses electrical principles, semiconductor and integrated circuits, digital fundamentals, microcomputer systems, and electrical test equipment as applied to automotive technology. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 2313 Manual Drive Train And Axles (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 2371.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1305 or concurrent enrollment in AUMT 1305.
A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 2317 Engine Performance Analysis I (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 2245.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1307.
Theory, operation, diagnosis, and repair of basic engine dynamics, ignition systems, and fuel delivery systems. Use of basic engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 2325 Automatic Transmission and Transaxle (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 2241.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1307.
A study of the operation, hydraulic principles, and related circuits of modern automatic transmissions and automatic transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly, and assembly procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools and proper repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 2332 Automatic Transmission and Transaxle II (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUMT 2374 or AUTO 2242.
Prerequisite: AUMT 2325.
A study of electronic controls and actuators and the related circuits of modern automatic transmissions and automatic transaxles. Diagnosis, service, and repair procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools, and proper repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 2334 Engine Performance Analysis II (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 2246.
Prerequisite: AUMT 2317.
Diagnosis and repair of emission systems, computerized engine performance systems, and advanced ignition and fuel systems; and proper use of advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 2340 Automotive Alternative Fuels (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 2380.
Prerequisite: AUMT 1307.
A study of the composition and use of various alternative automobile fuels including retrofit procedures and applications, emission standards, availability, and course effectiveness. Overview of federal and state legislation concerning fuels. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 2375 Powertrain Diagnostics (3)
This is a local need course number. Former course prefix/number AUTO 2247.
Prerequisite: AUMT 2334 or AUMT 2374.
Diagnosis and repair of powertrain systems including engine and/or transmission systems; with emphasis on the application of advanced diagnostic information, tools and techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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AUMT 2380 Cooperative Education-Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 2 AUMT courses and Automotive Department approval.
Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
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AUMT 2381 Cooperative Education-Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 2 AUMT courses and Automotive Department approval.
Career related activities encountered in the student's area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through the paid work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 Lec., 20 Ext.)
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Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
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