Automotive and Diesel Truck Systems
The people who keep us on the move today are more than just mechanics. Today's technicians are skilled in all aspects of vehicle service, maintenance, and business operations of the garage. Employers in tEngineering and Industrial Technologieshe automotive and diesel truck fields are looking for well-rounded employees with management and mechanical skills.
Our automotive and diesel truck systems technology program features a large laboratory with state-of-the-art equipment for practical, hand-on experience. Students learn the use of conventional tools, as well as the new computerized engine analyzers. They explore every aspect of auto and diesel truck operations by servicing and repairing working vehicles and components. The entire program is reinforced with business management skills, including the use of computers in the service and parts area.
Program Goals:
- Demonstrate professional work habits such as:
- PunctualityProductivity
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Cooperation with co-workers
- SafetyASE certification info
- Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical problems using the appropriate service information.
- Diagnose, repair, rebuild automatic transmissions, manual transmissions, and drive lines with limited supervision.
- Measure engine parts using proper measuring instruments.
- Perform complete brake service, including antilock brake systems.
- Diagnose and repair steering and suspension problems, including alignment procedures with limited supervision.
- Perform duties of a service writer and service technician with limited supervision.
- Disassemble, inspect and rebuild gas and diesel engines using the appropriate service information.
- Demonstrate the ability to adapt to new technology and pass ASE Certification tests.
COLLEGE TECH PREP: Students who complete an approved Tech Prep 2 + 2 curriculum during their junior and senior years in high school are eligible for advanced placement into the Tech Prep associate degree major (TPAD) in Automotive and Diesel Truck Systems.
Possible careers:
Career opportunities in automotive and diesel truck systems include:
- Automotive Technician
- Diesel Technician
- Field Test Technician
- Service Technician
- Parts Manager
- Service Manager
- Sales Positions
Courses
TECH PREP BRIDGE COURSES:
AUTO 110 Vehicle Service & Maintenance 4
AUTO 112 Automotive Brakes 4
AUTO 113 Electrical Components 4
QUARTER I
ADTS 111 Electrical Circuitry 3
ENGL 110 Grammar Techniques 4
-------- ---- Speech Elective 4
QUARTER II
AUTO 120 Upper Engine Design and Service 4
AUTO 121 Manual Drive Trains 4
AUTO 122 Fuel & Emissions Controls 4
-------- ---- Humanities Elective 3-4
MATH 141 Automotive Math 4
QUARTER III
ADTS 130 Principles of Air Conditioning 3
ADTS 222 Truck Chassis & Brakes 4
AUTO 131 Automatic Drive Trains 4
AUTO 133 Computerized Engine Controls 4
ENGL 111 Intro to Composition 4
QUARTER IV
ADTS 132 Diesel Engine Design & Service 4
ADTS 252 Truck Drive Trains 4
BUSM 166 Business Law I 4
ENGL 115 Technical Writing 4
POLS 205 Global Issues 4
QUARTER V
ADTS 210 Diesel Engine Tune Up & Maint 4
ADTS 171 Auto Diesel Bus. Computer Apps 4
ADTS 221 Diesel Fuel Systems & Hydraulics 4
MATH 145 Technical Geometry 4
PERS 102 ATS Career Development 2
QUARTER VI
ADTS 230 Practicum/ADTS 2
ADTS 231 Electronic Diesel Engines 4
BUSM 157 Small Business Entrepreneurship 4
PHYS 101 Applied Physics 3
*Evening courses may be required to complete this program.
For a current list of required courses, contact the admissions office at admissions@wscc.edu or 740.568.1900.
Successful completion of the Automotive and Diesel Truck Systems program leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree.
Contact to LEARN MORE:
Admissions
admissions@wscc.edu
740.568.1900
Dannie Queen
740.374.8716, Ext. 1855
dqueen@wscc.edu
Mike Palmer
740.374.8716, Ext. 1853
mpalmer@wscc.edu
Robert Feathers
740.374.8716, Ext. 1852
rfeathers@wscc.edu
