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AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY



Program Location:
LCC West Campus

Session Offered: AM/PM

Average Lecture Days/Week: 2-3 days

Average Lab Days/Week: 2-3 days

Homework: Weekly

Required reading:
College level textbooks
Workbooks
Less than 25 pages/week

LCC Credits Available: 10 (section A)
8 (section B)
(If college level work is attained)

ACCUPLACER to receive LCC Credit:
Reading: 3
Writing: 2
Math: 3

Students in this program will cover the four National
Institute for Automotive Service Excellence requirements
for training in auto service and brakes. An introduction to
basic shop procedures is also provided. Students must
have a valid drivers license in order to operate vehicles in
the lab. Students in this program will also study steering
and suspension and electrical theory including the
diagnosis and repair of malfunctioning circuits. Students
returning for a second year will have the opportunity to
participate in an internship experience. If college level
work is attained, and Section A and Section B are
completed, students may earn up to 18 LCC credits over
the course of two years. Successful students will have the
opportunity to take the State of Michigan certification
exam in Brakes, Steering and Suspension and Electrical.

Student learning outcomes include but are not limited to:
Safety in the work environment
Engine maintenance and diagnostics operations
Service management
Hydraulic system diagnosis and repair
Drum brake diagnosis and repair
Disc brake diagnosis and repair
Power assist units
Wheel bearings, parking brakes, and electrical components
Standard and anti-lock brake system diagnosis and repair
Suspension systems diagnosis and repair
Front and rear suspensions
Wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair
Wheel and tire diagnosis and repair
Basic electrical/electronic theory
Automotive battery, starter and charging systems theory, operation and diagnosis
Access wiring diagrams
Diagnose and repair malfunctioning circuits in vehicles
Advanced lighting systems and electronic instrumentation
Electronic chassis control and accessory systems
Passive restraint systems.



Eaton RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs and activities. Civil Rights
Coordinators are located at 1790 E. Packard Hwy, Charlotte Michigan to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies. Telephone
(517) 543-5500.






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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Students will have the opportunity to receive NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation)
certified training and college credit in the following areas.

All first year students will take AUTO 100 regardless of if they start with Section A or B. Second year students
will participate in an internship experience instead of repeating AUTO 100.

SECTION A
AUTO 100 BASIC AUTO SERVICE & ETHICS (or Internship) 3 LCC Credits
This course is intended to provide the student with an extensive orientation to an automotive repair facility, while
developing tool and equipment usage skills needed to advance in the automotive repair field.

AUTO 111 Basic Electrical Diagnosis Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 in AUTO 100 3 LCC Credits
This course covers basic electrical/electronic theory and how circuits work. Electrical test equipment will be
discussed. Students will learn to access wiring diagrams, wiring repair in vehicles, and repair malfunctions safely
and according to National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) standards.

AUTO 140 BRAKE/ABS/TRAC CONTROL SYSTEMS Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 in AUTO 111 4 LCC Credits
This course covers servicing drum and disc brakes; including adjustment, shoe replacement, drum and disc
machining, pad replacement, and hydraulic system service. Included is the basic theory and service of anti-lock
brakes and traction control.
SECTION B
AUTO 100 BASIC AUTO SERVICE & ETHICS (or Internship) 3 LCC Credits
This course is intended to provide the student with an extensive orientation to an automotive repair facility, while
developing tool and equipment usage skills needed to advance in the automotive repair field.

AUTO 112 Batteries, Starting, Charging Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 in AUTO 100 2 LCC Credits
This course covers automotive battery, starter and charging systems theory, operation and diagnosis according to
National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) standards.


AUTO 150 Automotive Steering & Suspension Prerequisite: Minimum 2.0 in AUTO 100 3 LCC Credits
This course covers automotive front end alignments and how steering and suspension systems work. Students will
diagnose, repair and align steering and suspension systems according to National Automotive Technicians
Education Foundation (NATEF) standards.


HIGH SCHOOL/COLLEGE CREDIT

The primary focus of the Eaton RESA Career Preparation Center is to enhance a students high school
curriculum by providing an opportunity to learn a technical trade and/or to obtain a head start on a
post-secondary education.
All students completing an Eaton RESA Career Center program at Lansing Community College have the
opportunity to earn either direct or articulated college credit while completing their high school
program if specific criteria are met.
LCC credit is awarded to a student who: a) completes the high school career and technical education
course with the minimum grade point average; b) meets the performance objectives for a specific
Lansing Community College course; and, c) passes the college course final examinations, if one is
required. These credits are shown as numerical grades on the students LCC transcript. Transcripts may
be requested through Lansing Community College Enrollment Services Department by August following
course completion.
The courses listed below show the possible LCC college credits that may be available to high school
students taking an ERESA Career Preparation Program.

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