AUTOMOTIVE MACHINIST

AUTMT 109 — Principles of Engine Operation (4 cr)

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of engine operation with an emphasis on engine disassembly and assembly methods. (SCC)

AUTMT 110 — Principles of Engine Operation and Identification (5 cr)

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of engine operation and core identification with an emphasis on engine disassembly and assembly methods. (SCC)

AUTMT 111 — Engine Disassembly Methods (4 cr)

Students learn practical applications in the disassembly of an engine. Identification of parts and the determination of remachinable core parts are emphasized. (SCC)

AUTMT 112 — Basic Machinery Operation (3 cr)

This course introduces students to machine operations such as connecting rod reconditioning and cylinder boring and honing. Safety requirements utilized while using precision measuring instruments are emphasized. (SCC)

AUTMT 113 — Shop Safety and Hazardous Waste Management (2 cr)

This course introduces students to safety policy requirements and regulations as they apply to the automotive machine shop. State and federal standards and the shop environment are emphasized. (SCC)

AUTMT 120 — Machinery Setup and Maintenance (4 cr)

This course introduces students to the installation methods and leveling, and procedures required in machinery setup. Maintenance methods and servicing schedules of a variety of equipment are presented. Prerequisite: AUTMT 110, 111, 112, 113. (SCC)

AUTMT 121 — Machinery Setup and Maintenance Applications (8 cr)

Students learn practical applications in the installation, leveling and adjustment of machine shop equipment. Equipment servicing methods also are presented. Prerequisite: AUTMT 110, 111, 112, 113. (SCC)

AUTMT 122 — Machinery Maintenance (3 cr)

This course introduces students to the installation methods and leveling, and procedures required in machinery setup. Maintenance methods and servicing schedules of a variety of equipment are presented. Prerequisite: AUTMT 110, 111, 112, 113. (SCC)

AUTMT 130 — Principles of Air Flow (8 cr)

This course is an introduction to the theory of camshaft and cylinder head technology from early design to current combustion chambers. Camshaft terminology and applications are emphasized. Prerequisite: AUTMT 120, 121. (SCC)

AUTMT 131 — Air Flow Applications (2 cr)

This course offers practical applications utilizing computer programs to further understand the camshaft, port and combustion chamber principles. Prerequisite: AUTMT 120, 121. (SCC)

AUTMT 132 — Camshaft and Cylinder Head Applications (8 cr)

This course offers practical applications in the testing and rebuilding of cylinder heads. Prerequisite: AUTMT 120, 121. (SCC)

AUTMT 133 — Engine Machining (4 cr)

This course introduces students to Engine Machining. Prerequisite: AUTMT 110, 111, 112, 113. (SCC)

AUTMT 134 — Engine Applications (8 cr)

This course introduces students to Engine Applications. Prerequisite: AUTMT 110, 111, 112, 113. (SCC)

AUTMT 135 — Machining & Business Math (4 cr)

This course introduces students to Machining Business Mathematics. Prerequisite: AUTMT 110, 111, 112, 113. (SCC)

AUTMT 180 — Automotive Machinist Equipment Specialization (2-5 cr)

This course is highly specialized for students currently employed or employed in the automotive machinist industry. Students receive additional training on equipment commonly used in the industry. Students learn to accurately and safely operate any of the following machines to factory authorized specifications: power hone, boring bar and stand, crankshaft regrinder, resurfacer, valve refacer, valve guide and seat head shop, lathes, cylinder hone, line bore and magnaflux. Credits are assigned at the rate of 1 credit for each 22 hours of supervised laboratory experience. (SCC)

AUTMT 210 — Engine Construction (2 cr)

This course offers theory and practical applications of short block construction and internal components. Iron and aluminum castings, forged steel and aluminum parts, and design requirements are emphasized. Prerequisite: AUTMT 130, 131, 132 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 211 — Engine Machining Theory I (6 cr)

This course is an introduction to the study and use of specifications manuals and computer programs as they relate to the automotive machine shop. The proper use of machine shop operations and equipment, equipment safety, and the correct procedures used to restore core parts to factory tolerance are emphasized. Prerequisite: AUTMT 130, 131, 132 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 212 — Engine Machine Applications I (8 cr)

This course offers practical applications in the proper and safe use of automotive machine shop equipment such as rod reconditioners, boring bars and stands, power hones, resurfacers, head shop, valve refacers, seating equipment, pressure testers, and magnaflux. Prerequisite: AUTMT 130, 131, 132 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 220 — Practical Math (2 cr)

This course is an introduction to practical math concepts and their relationship to automotive machine shop management and employees. Utilizing computer programs for math review; profit and loss, and markup and discount; compression ratios and work order calculations are emphasized. Prerequisite: AUTMT 210, 211, 212 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 221 — Engine Machining Theory II (6 cr)

Students study machine shop operations and learn the proper use of equipment used to produce components that meet factory specifications. Prerequisite: AUTMT 210, 211, 212 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 222 — Engine Machining Applications II (8 cr)

This course offers practical applications in the care and proper use of automotive machine shop equipment such as crankshaft regrinders, align bore machinery, engine balancers, CC burrets and engine cleaning equipment. Prerequisite: AUTMT 210, 211, 212 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 230 — Engine Assembly and Testing (3 cr)

Students are introduced to the theories and safe methods used to prepare the machined components for final assembly and testing of parts. Short and long block assembly including seals and sealing, and valve timing and adjustments are emphasized. Prerequisite: AUTMT 220, 221, 222 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 231 — Engine Machining Theory III (6 cr)

Students study cylinder block principles including design, purpose, manufacturing processes and important features. Testing for ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) also is included. Prerequisite: AUTMT 220, 221, 222 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 232 — Engine Machining Applications III (7 cr)

This course offers practical applications in the safe operation of machine shop equipment used to produce factory remanufactured engines. Engine assembly, installation, testing and break-in are emphasized. Prerequisite: AUTMT 220, 221, 222 or permission of instructor. (SCC)

AUTMT 266 — Cooperative Education Seminar (1-2 cr)

For course description, see Cooperative Education. (SCC)

AUTMT 267 — Cooperative Education Work Experience (1-18 cr)

For course description, see Cooperative Education. (SCC)

AUTMT 288 — Cooperative Education Work Experience (No Seminar) (1-18 cr)

For course description, see Cooperative Education. (SCC)