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Courses Applicable to Each Department

The following two generic course descriptions are available to each department listed on this page.

Department Prefix 888 (Course Name) 1-6 cr. hrs.

Designates a course taken at another institution and accepted for transfer credit by the department. This course number is used whenever no comparable course exists in the college catalog. This course number may appear more than once on a student transcript.

Department Prefix 998 (Course Name) Variable Credit

Designates a new course offered by the department which is being evaluated as to the appropriateness of the course to the major and/or the interest of students in enrolling in this particular topic. This course number may appear more than once on a student transcript.

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Abbreviations

(C) City Campus
(N) North Campus
(S) South Campus
F Fall
S Spring
F/S Fall and Spring
SS Summer Session
F+ Offered every other Fall
S+ Offered every other Spring
N Non-Credit

Course Descriptions by Curriculum

To view descriptions of courses in a curriculum, click the curriculum name.

Automotive Technology

 
AU-100
INTRO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
A study in the advancements in the automotive industry, use and maintenance of equipment, safety in the shop, and introduction to automotive systems. F (S)
 
AU-110
AUTO ELECTRICAL
A study of the electrical system found in modern-day Ford automobiles. Topics include the use of diagnostic meters, starting, charging, lighting, and accessory systems. F (S)
 
AU-111
AUTOMOTIVE ELEC LAB
F (S)
 
AU-112
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINES
A study of the automobile engine. Topics include theoretical operation, construction, practical repair, and troubleshooting of the four-, -six-, and eight-cylinder internal combustion engine. S (S)
 
AU-113
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINES LAB
S (S)
 
AU-118
COOP FOR CAP SESSION I
Theory and instruction received in previous CAP courses, taught with a Daimler Chrysler emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program (CAP). F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-119
COOP FOR ASSET SESSION I
Theory and instruction received in previous ASSET courses, taught with a Ford emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Ford Automotive Student Service Educational Training Program (ASSET) F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-120
AUTO BRAKES
Theoretical and practical study of the brake system. Areas covered include computerized brake systems, manual and power systems, drum and disc brakes, inspection, and repair. F (S)
 
AU-121
AUTO BRAKES LAB
F (S)
 
AU-122
AUTO TRANS/TRANSAXLE
Theoretical and practical aspects of preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, overhaul, and repair are covered. S (S)
 
AU-123
AUTO TRANS/TRANSAXLE LAB
S (S)
 
AU-124
MANUAL TRANS/TRANSAXLE
A study of manual transmissions/ transaxles. Topics to include clutches, drivelines, differentials, theoretical and practical aspects of maintenance, troubleshooting, and overhaul procedures. S (S)
 
AU-125
MANUAL TRANS/TRANSAXLE LAB
S (S)
 
AU-128
Coop for 2nd Ten Week Classroom Cycle
Theory and instruction received in previous CAP courses, taught with a Daimler Chrysler emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program (CAP). F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-129
Coop for 2nd Ten Week Classroom Cycle
Theory and instruction received in previous ASSET courses, taught with a Ford emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Ford Automotive Student Service Educational Training Program (ASSET) F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-212
FUEL AND EMISSIONS
The usage of modern testing techniques and equipment for diagnosing and servicing of the fuel and emission systems. F (S)
 
AU-213
FUEL AND EMISSIONS LAB
F (S)
 
AU-215
N.Y.S. INSPECION LAB
Conducting vehicle safety/emissions inspections according to New York State DMV guidelines. SS (S)
 
AU-218
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
The usage of modern testing equipment and techniques for diagnosing, servicing ignition systems, and engine control systems. F (S)
 
AU-219
LAB FOR AU 218
F (S)
 
AU-220
ALIGNMENT & SUSPENSION
Modern testing techniques and the use of equipment for diagnosing and servicing the steering and suspension systems. SS (S)
 
AU-221
ALIGN & SUSPENSION LAB
SS (S)
 
AU-222
AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING
Modern cooling, heating, and air conditioning. The diagnosing and repair of temperature control and air flow control of the heating and cooling systems. SS (S)
 
AU-223
AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING LAB
SS (S)
 
AU-224
COMPUTER ASST. MECH
The use of computers controlling automobile operations. Focus on Daimler Chrysler Powertrain Control and other modules. F (S)
 
AU-225
COMPUTER ASST. MECH LAB
F (S)
 
AU-227
AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS
A study of advanced automotive electronics systems, their operation and diagnosis.Use of advanced DaimlerChrysler dealership diagnostic equipment. S (S)
 
AU-228
AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS LAB
S (S)
 
AU-238
Coop for 3rd Ten Week Classroom Cycle
Theory and instruction received in previous CAP courses, taught with a Daimler Chrysler emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program (CAP). F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-239
Coop for 3rd 10 Week Classroom Cycle
Theory and instruction received in previous ASSET courses, taught with a Ford emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Ford Automotive Student Service Educational Training Program (ASSET) F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-248
FOURTH COOP FOR CAP
Theory and instruction received in previous CAP courses, taught with a Daimler Chrysler emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program (CAP). F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-249
FOURTH COOP FOR ASSET
Theory and instruction received in previous ASSET courses, taught with a Ford emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Ford Automotive Student Service Educational Training Program (ASSET) F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-258
Daimlerchrysler Cap Work Experience
Theory and instruction received in previous CAP courses, taught with a Daimler Chrysler emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program (CAP). F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-259
COOP for 5th WEEK CLASS CYCLE
Theory and instruction received in previous ASSET courses, taught with a Ford emphasis, are applied to work in the sponsoring dealership. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Ford Automotive Student Service Educational Training Program (ASSET) F/S/SS (Offsite)
 
AU-300
INTRO AUTOMOTIV TECH
A study in the advancements in the automotive industry, use and maintenance of equipment, safety in the shop, and introduction to automotive systems. F (S)
 
AU-310
AUTO ELECTRICAL
A study of the electrical system found in the modern-day automobile. Topics include the use of diagnostic meters, starting, charging, lighting, and accessory systems. F (S)
 
AU-311
LAB FOR AU 310
F (S)
 
AU-312
AUTOMOTIVE ENGINES
A study of the automobile engine. Topics include theoretical operation, construction, practical repair, and troubleshooting of the four-, six-, and eight-cylinder internal combustion engine. F (S)
 
AU-313
LAB FOR AU312
F (S)
 
AU-320
AUTO BRAKES
Theoretical and practical study of the brake system. Areas covered include computerized brake systems, manual and power systems, drum and disc brakes, inspection, and repair. S (S)
 
AU-321
LAB FOR AU320
S (S)
 
AU-322
AUTO TRANS/TRANSAXLE
Theoretical and practical aspects of preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, overhaul, and repair are covered. S (S)
 
AU-323
LAB FOR AU322
S (S)
 
AU-324
MANUAL TRANS/TRANSAX
A study of manual transmissions/ transaxles. Topics to include clutches, drivelines, differentials, theoretical and practical aspects of maintenance, troubleshooting, and overhaul procedures. S (S)
 
AU-325
LAB FOR AU324
S (S)
 
AU-330
SUSPENSION,ALLIGNMENT & BRAKES
Theoretical and practical study of the steering, suspension and brakes systems of an automobile. Included will be the diagnosis, repair and servicing of the above systems.(AU course required for Auto Body Major.) S(S)
 
AU-331
LAB FOR AU330
(AU course required for Auto Body Major.) S(S)
 
AU-412
FUEL AND EMISSIONS
The usage of modern testing techniques and equipment for diagnosing and servicing of the fuel and emission systems. F (S)
 
AU-413
LAB FOR AU412
S (S)
 
AU-414
N.Y.S. INSPECTION
The current New York State inspection regulations and procedures. Safety and procedures in regards to the testing of components related to state inspections. F (S)
 
AU-415
LAB FOR AU414
F (S)
 
AU-416
SERVICE & PARTS MGT.
Dealership operations such as personnel management, advertising, financial inventory and scheduling of work. Parts flow and managerial responsibility in the parts business. F (S)
 
AU-418
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
The usage of modern testing equipment and techniques for diagnosing, servicing ignition systems, and engine control systems. F (S)
 
AU-419
LAB. FOR AU418
F (S)
 
AU-420
ALIGNMENT & SUSPENSN
Modern testing techniques and the use of equipment for diagnosing and servicing the steering and suspension systems. S (S)
 
AU-421
LAB FOR AU421
S (S)
 
AU-422
AIR COND. & HEATING
Modern cooling, heating, and air conditioning. The diagnosing and repair of temperature control and air flow control of the heating and cooling systems. S (S)
 
AU-423
LAB FOR AU422
S (S)
 
AU-424
COMPUTER ASST. MECH.
The use of computers controlling automobile operations. This includes American Motors, Chrysler Corp., Ford Motor Company, and General Motors. S (S)
 
AU-425
LAB FOR AU424
S (S)
 
AU-888
EXTERNAL TRANSFER
CREDIT ACCEPTED FROM ANOTHER INSTITUTION FOR WHICH NO COMPARABLE COURSE EXISTS AT ERIE.