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Catalog Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
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First Term |
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32-404-311 |
Auto Service Orientation |
3 |
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32-404-324 |
Auto Brake Systems I |
3 |
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32-404-329 |
Chassis Electrical I |
4 |
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32-404-350 |
Intro to Hybrid Auto Safety & Maint |
2 |
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31-804-302 |
Applied Technical Math |
2 |
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10-890-100 |
College Success |
1 |
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Estimated Semester Total |
15 |
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Second Term |
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32-404-323 |
Steering/Suspension I |
3 |
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32-404-344 |
Steering/Suspension and Brakes II |
3 |
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32-404-349 |
Chassis Electrical II |
3 |
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31-804-304 |
Applied Communications: Writing |
2 |
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31-806-369 |
Basic Physical Science |
2 |
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Estimated Semester Total |
13 |
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Third Term |
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32-404-312 |
Engine Systems Repair I |
2 |
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32-404-328 |
Engine Performance I |
4 |
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32-404-335 |
Automatic Transmissions |
4 |
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32-404-336 |
Manual Drive Trains |
4 |
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32-404-351 |
Hybrid Vehicle Diagnostics |
2 |
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Estimated Semester Total |
16 |
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Fourth Term |
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32-404-337 |
Auto Heating/Air Conditioning |
3 |
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32-404-332 |
Engine Systems Repar II |
3 |
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32-404-348 |
Engine Performance II |
5 |
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32-404-391 |
Auto Workplace/Capstone |
2 |
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31-801-305 |
Applied Communications: Listening and Speaking |
2 |
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Estimated Semester Total |
15 |
Advanced Standing: Articulation agreements between Nicolet and some district high schools provide credit in this program for selected high school courses; contact Academic Advising Office for details.
Students must have a grade of “C” or better to progress in core courses in the following semester and a grade of “C” or better in all core courses to graduate. A cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0 is required for graduation
32-404-311 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE ORIENTATION
Orients students to the automotive service industry. Students will learn in group settings uing collaborative methods to research service information attainment, vehicle design and operation. Students will prepare to independently perform engine and vehicle chassis and drive train inspections and maintenance. Lecture/lab. 3 credits.
32-404-312 ENGINE SYSTEMS REPAIR I
Study the theory of automotive internal combustion engine and the integrated and supporting systems of engine operation. Emphasis will be upon engine systems principles of operation, design and construction as foundation for the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of automotive engines. Lecture/lab. 2 credits.
32-404-315 BASIC AUTOMOTIVE AND LIGHT TRUCK SYSTEMS REPAIR
Develops, applies, and evaluates basic automotive service principles via flexible course content and delivery. Students contract for learning lab time based upon the student's learning needs. Prerequisite: an instructor conference. Lab. 1 credit.
32-404-316 ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE AND LIGHT TRUCK SYSTEMS REPAIR
Provides individualized course for technicians to advance their technical knowledge via flexible content and delivery. Students will contract for learning lab time based upon the student's learning needs. Prerequisite: an instructor conference. Lab. 1 credit.
32-404-323 AUTOMOTIVE STEERING AND SUSPENSION I
Develop, apply and evaluate service principles relating to steering and suspension systems. The student will develop basic skills in steering problems related to the service of various steering and suspension systems including springs and shock absorbers, struts, steering sections, power steering units, steering linkage, pre-alignment inspection, and wheel balance. Pre-requisites: 32-404-311 and 32-404-329. Lecture/lab. 3 credits.
32-404-324 AUTOMOTIVE BRAKE SYSTEMS I
Course is a study of design, construction, operation and service of vehicle braking systems. Emphasis is placed on disc and drum applications, power brake units, the machining of brake drum and rotors, hydraulic systems and components along withthe maintenance and repair of the parking brake system. Corequisite: 32-404-311. Lecture/lab. 3 credits.
32-404-328 ENGINE PERFORMANCE I
Develop the basic technical skills required to function as an engine control systems technician. Ingition, fuel delivery, emission, and computer controls systems principles of operation and repair for late model vehicles will be studied. Prerequisites: 32-404-311 and 32-404-329. Lecture/lab. 4 credits.
32-404-329 CHASSIS ELECTRICAL I
Students will develop, apply and evaluate service principles relating to starting, cranking, charging, and several basic chassis electrical accessory systems. The student will also apply DC electrical circuit fundamentals to the related diagnosis, testing and service procedues. Corequisite: 32-404-311. Lecture/lab. 4 credits.
32-404-332 ENGINE SYSTEMS REPAIR II
Prepares the student with the basic systems knowledge to service gasoline engine internal components and systems, including head reconditioning, block overhaul, and major unit removal and installation. Lecture/directed practice. 3 credits.
32-404-335 AUTOMOTIVE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
Study of vehicle automatic transmission and transaxle theory of operation, maintenance, component and system diagnosis, service and repair. Emphasis will be placed upon: the basic theory of operation and diagnosis of the automatic transmission and transaxle and its related components, repair and replacement procedures, the integration of computer-based systems. Prerequisite: 32-404-311 and 32-404-349. Lecture/lab. 4 credits.
32-404-336 MANUAL DRIVETRAINS
Prepares the student to maintain, diagnose, service and repair manual drivetrains on automobiles and light trucks. Systems studied are components of front wheel, rear wheel, four-wheel, and all-wheel drive automobiles and light trucks. Lecture/lab. 4 credits.
32-404-337 AUTOMOTIVE HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Develop basic skills required to inspect, discharge, evacuate and charge, air conditioning systems while employing recovery and recycling and charging equipment in accordance with all state of Wisconsin and federal regulations specifically applying mobile refrigerant systems. Prerequisites: 32-404-311 and 32-404-329. Lecture/lab. 3 credits.
32-404-344 STEERING/SUSPENSION AND BRAKES II
Enables the learner to develop the advanced knowledge, skills and abilities to diagnose, service and repair power steering systems, power boost brake systems, ABS systems and to conduct four-wheel alignment. Co-requisite: 32-404-323, pre-requisite: 32-404-311 and 32-404-329. Lecture/lab. 3 credits.
32-404-348 ENGINE PERFORMANCE II
Prepares the student to diagnose and repair gasoline engine performance, fuel control, ignition, emission, and integrated drive train systems. The student will apply advanced diagnostic, and repair concepts to driveability-realted symptoms. Prerequisite: 32-404-328. Lecture/lab. 5 credits.
32-404-349 CHASSIS ELECTRICAL II
Develop abilities to diagnose service and repair chassis electrical systems as found on automobiles and light trucks. Special focus will be upon complex or modularized circuitry such as instrumentation, those with IC integrated accessory systems, multiplexing, circuits with varied loads and switching, and those integrated with multiple systems. Pre-requisites: 32-404-311 and 32-404-329. Lecture/lab. 3 credits.
32-404-350 INTRODUCTION TO HYBRID AUTO SAFETY & MAINTENANCE
This course is intended for both the entry level and experienced technician to introduce the learner to basic hybrid vehicle safety and maintenance. After completion of this course the learner will be able to identify a hybrid vehicle, locate and identify the major components of a hybrid vehicle and be able to locate, identify and remove the safety disconnect following manufacturer's and industry standars. Lecture/lab. 2 credits.
32-404-351 HYBRID VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS
Learn to diagnosis hybrid vehicle systems in this course. The course will include testing various hybride battery design and functions; testing and examining high voltage charging systems of hybrid vehicles; analyzing various propulsion systems designs; and testing individual phases of the high voltage motors contained within different vehicles. Participants will diagnose and compare electronic stability control and traction control systems of hybrid vehicles in relation to the propulsion system. Safety will be emphasized throughout the laboratory components. Pre-requisite: 32-404-350. Lecture/lab. 2 credits.
32-404-391 AUTOMOTIVE WORKPLACE CAPSTONE
Provides opportunity for students to demonstrate workplace employability and employment seeking skills in the classroom and automotive workplace, and to develop a continuing education plan that will advance their career goals. Prerequisites: 32-404-31x, 32-404-32x. Lecture/field work. 2 credits.