Automotive Technology Undercar Technician - Pasadena City College

Automotive Technology Undercar Technician from Pasadena City College is a Campus Certificate Automotive degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Program Description: The curriculum prepares the student for entry-level employment in brake and suspension repair. Students will receive hands-on instruction experience in removing, rebuilding, adjusting and re-installing brake systems and components of both foreign and domestic vehicles. A wide variety of vehicle models are discussed and used during the lab portion of the class. Both early and late model vehicles are covered during the course of the semester for both the brakes class and the steering and suspension class. Antilock brake systems (ABS) are discussed and service procedures are demonstrated. The use of precision equipment such as computerized alignment machines, brake disc and drum lathes and diagnostic scan tools keep students current with the latest industry standards. All applicable machining procedures and technical calculations are covered. Student Learning Outcomes Students will be assessed on their ability to 1. Describe the theory, operation, and fundamentals of automotive brakes, suspension, and steering systems to apply a practical diagnosis, service, maintenance, and repair. 2. Demonstrate and integrate the safe set up and operation of tools and equipment required by the automotive industry as it relates to automotive brakes, suspension, and steering systems. 3. Develop the ideology and core fundamental skills and values outlined by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF), Automotive Youth Education Services (AYES), and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) organizations as they relate to automotive brakes, suspension, and steering systems. 4. Develop the basic skills and writing processes necessary for conforming to the legal aspects outlined by the State of California Bureau of Automotive repair standards. 5. Prepare students to successfully take and complete the Automotive Service Excellence exam in the areas of automotive brakes (A5), suspension, and steering systems (A4). View more details on Pasadena City College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Automotive courses.