This course will orient the student to shop operations, use of service manuals, pay structures, tools, warranties, and customer relations. Shop safety will be strongly emphasized as well as employee/employer relations.
Offered: FALL

A study of the electrical and electronic systems found in the automotive field. Emphasis is on basic circuitry, starting systems, charging systems, ignition systems, diagnosis and servicing the electrical components on current GM model vehicles.
Prerequisites: Take RENG-250 and INST-144.
Offered: FALL

This course will explain and demonstrate theory and operation of key General Motors hybrid vehicle systems and components. Knowledge retention and subject understanding will be enhanced by interactive classroom components whenever possible. Procedures for handling high voltage batteries will be covered. Personal safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-120
Offered: FALL

A study of the fuel and emission systems used on current GM model vehicles. Students will learn to use the exhaust gas analyzer, oscilloscopes, and other special equipment.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-120.
Corequisites: ASEP-140
Offered: SP

This course will explore the complex, on-board computer networks found on modern GM vehicles. The CAN network will be emphasized as will the proper techniques for isolating, diagnosing and repairing complex automotive computer networks. Safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-120.
Corequisites: ASEP-140
Offered: SP

A systematic troubleshooting method for General Motors fuel, electrical and electronic systems. Use of tools and equipment needed for proper diagnosis emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-130
Offered: SP

Students must be signed up for a minimum of two ASE exams and pass one.
Offered: SP

Take and pass remaining ASE exams. Students are required to pass a minimum of four ASE exams in order to receive graduate. Any tests passed in ASEP 145 are counted as part of the requirement.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-145.
Offered: SP

This course covers the principles and operation of the internal combustion engine. Engines will be properly disassembled for component identification. All parts will be inspected, measured, and reassembled. The oiling and cooling system will also be covered.
Corequisites: ASEP-160
Offered: SU

This course covers variable valve timing, turbo chargers and superchargers. The theory, operation and diagnosis of each of these systems will be covered and the manufacturers diagnostic and repair procedures will be stressed. Personal and vehicle safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-140.
Corequisites: ASEP-150
Offered: SU

A theory and shop course to teach the student GM heating, air conditioning systems, and controls. The student will learn to diagnose and recover refrigerant, evacuate, and recharge air conditioning systems.
Corequisites: ASEP-150
Offered: SU

This course will cover advanced diagnosis theory and practice on GM vehicle heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems. The course will address computer based HVAC controls as well as the network of sensors. Environmental and personal safety will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-140.
Corequisites: ASEP-160
Offered: SU

The theory and practical application of automotive power trains, including clutches, transmissions, drive lines, transaxles and di ferential service will be taught. Diagnosis, troubleshooting and actual repair procedures will be performed on General Motors vehicles in the shop.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-160.
Offered: DMND

The operating principles of GM automatic transmissions, transaxles, and their diagnosis, electrical and electronic controls, and repair will be covered. Instruction on noise, vibration and harshness diagnosis and correction will also be covered along with mechanical and hydraulic components. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-175
Offered: FALL

The theory and repair of GM manual transmissions and transaxles, differentials, clutches, transfer cases and drive axles will be covered. Noise, hard shifting and other common concerns will be addressed. Diagnosis and troubleshooting will be stressed. Safety is emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-172
Offered: SP

A study of the theory, diagnosis and repair procedures of General Motors disc and drum brake systems will be taught. Instruction will be given on brake machining equipment, hydraulic systems and component replacement on traditional and anti-lock brake systems.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-170.
Corequisites: ASEP-190
Offered: SP

This course will cover Anti-Lock Brake System, Anti-Slip Systems and Traction control systems and include theory, diagnosis and repair procedures as outlined in factory service information. Electric power steering motors, sensors and circuitry will be included. Safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-180
Offered: SP

A theory and shop course to introduce the student to steering geometry, front and rear suspension service, wheel alignment, and wheel balancing. Lab work will include instruction on the la est GM vehicles' steering and suspension systems.
Corequisites: ASEP-180
Offered: SP

This course will cover the theory of operation of the electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems of the computer controlled suspension systems on GM vehicles. Proper service procedures and techniques will be presented. Safety will be emphasized.
Corequisites: ASEP-190
Offered: SP

The student will be employed at an approved General Motors automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supevised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-120.
Offered: DMND

The student will be employed at an approved General Motors automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-140.
Offered: DMND

The student will be employed at an approved General Motors automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly reports MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-160.
Offered: DMND

The student will be employed at an approved General Motors automotive repair facility which will provide relevant learning experiences that are directly related to the student's most recent classroom/laboratory experiences. Daily logs and weekly report MUST be submitted once per week. The student will be supervised and evaluated jointly by his/her employer and San Juan College personnel.
Prerequisites: Take ASEP-170.
Offered: DMND

Special or specific topic course to meet the needs of students. Topics and credits are announced in the Schedule of Classes. These courses may be used as electives for Associate degree requirements. May be repeated one or more times for additional credit. No more than 6 credits of special topic courses can be used toward a degree.
Offered: DMND