MCCCD Program Description

Introduction to Automotive Service

Course: ASE100

First Term: 2023 Fall

Lec + Lab 2.0 Credit(s) 4.0 Period(s) 4.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T - Lab Load

Description: Introduction to the standards of the automotive industry. Includes an overview of the major automotive systems, safety practices, workplace habits, tools, and equipment.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate safe personal and workplace habits according to industry standards. (I-VII) 2. Demonstrate industry standard professionalism that includes dress, attendance and customer service. (I-VII) 3. Effectively communicate with diverse audiences. (I-VII) 4. Document work performed according to industry standards. (I-VII) 5. Demonstrate the function and use of basic automotive tools and equipment. (III) 6. Demonstrate proper use of specialized tools. (III) 7. Identify the major automotive systems and their functions. (IV) 8. Select proper fasteners in conjunction with thread repair.(V) 9. Perform vehicle inspection. (VI) 10. Perform recommended manufacturer maintenance. (VII) 11. Use appropriate service information, tools and equipment to perform common light repairs. (VII) 12. Address manufacturer-specific training. (VII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Safety II. Documentation A. Service information B. Industry standards III. Tools and equipment A. Basic B. Specialized IV. Major automotive systems A. Brakes B. Engines C. Steering and suspension D. electrical systems E. air conditioning F. manual drive train G. automatic transmission V. Fasteners A. Identification B. Proper use C. Repair VI. Vehicle inspection VII. Manufacturer recommended maintenance A. Express Service B. Quick Service C. General Service

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 28, 2023

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.