The Cert. A offers a broad range of training that you can use for jobs in your area of specialty. Year 1 - Fall Fall Course Code Course Title Credit Notes AMT 111 Electrical 1 3 Prerequisite(s): None × Electrical 1 : AMT 111 This is an introductory course to automotive electrical systems diagnostics and service. Topics covered are the principles of basic electrical circuits, battery and starting circuits, and an introduction to basic automotive electronics. Diagnosis, testing and unit repair for each circuit are also taught. Prerequisite(s): None AMT 121 Engine Performance 1 3 Prerequisites: Complete AMT 116 with a grade of C or higher × Engine Performance 1 : AMT 121 This is an introductory course to three areas of engine performance: Ignition, Fuel, and Emission Control systems. An introduction to computer control and electronics as related to ignition, fuel, and emission control systems is also covered. Prerequisites: Complete AMT 116 with a grade of C or higher Year 1 - Spring Spring Course Code Course Title Credit Notes AMT 149 Steering & Suspension 1 3 Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT 111 with a grade of "C" or better × Steering & Suspension 1 : AMT 149 Areas taught are automotive/light truck steering and suspension systems theory, design, maintenance, and service/repair. Subjects covered are straight axles, short/long arm independent suspension, and McPherson struts. Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT 111 with a grade of "C" or better AMT 170 Brakes 1 3 Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT 111 with a grade of "C" or better × Brakes 1 : AMT 170 This course is a thorough and detailed study of brake system theory and functional operation and principles of hydraulic systems as it applies to braking system operation. Practical applications of all phases of brake work including complete system service of disc and drum brake systems, parking brake systems, power assist devices, and machining of brake disc and drum. Prerequisite(s): Complete AMT 111 with a grade of "C" or better Year 2 - Fall Fall Course Code Course Title Credit Notes AMT 200 Auto Transmissions & Transaxles 1 3 Prerequisites: Complete AMT 180 with a grade of C or higher × Auto Transmissions & Transaxles 1 : AMT 200 Areas studied are automotive transmission/transaxle theory, design, and service. The course introduces the basic concepts and then proceeds from the simple to the more complex units. Areas included are power flow, hydraulic operation, electronic control, diagnosis, and service. Prerequisites: Complete AMT 180 with a grade of C or higher Year 2 - Spring Spring Course Code Course Title Credit Notes AMT 275 Heating & Air Conditioning 4 Prerequisites: Complete AMT 125 and AMT 180 with a grade of C or higher × Heating & Air Conditioning : AMT 275 Areas studied are the theory, design, and service/repair of automotive climate control systems. Safety practices and troubleshooting of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems used on cars and light trucks are taught. Prerequisites: Complete AMT 125 and AMT 180 with a grade of C or higher Course Option Math Options Course Code Course Title Credits Notes MAT 110 Intermediate Algebra 3 Prerequisite(s): Meet placement guidelines MAT 108 Beginning Algebra with a grade of C or higher × Intermediate Algebra : MAT 110 This course is designed for students who have only one year of high school algebra and provides the algebraic skills necessary to begin conceptualizing abstract mathematical concepts in preparation for College Algebra. Topics covered will include Number Systems, Linear Equations and Inequalities, Lines, Systems of Linear Equations and Inequalities, Polynomials, Exponents, Rational Expressions and Quadratic Equations. MAT 135 College Algebra 3 Prerequisites: Meet Placement Guidelines OR MAT 109 with a grade of C or better OR MAT 110 with a grade of C or better. × College Algebra : MAT 135 College Algebra is a comprehensive overview of the fundamental concepts of algebra. Topics include analyzing graphs of functions and equations (including symmetry, intercepts, left- and right- hand behavior, asymptotes and transformations); utilizing functional notation; determining the domain and range of a function; writing an equation that describes a function or a circle given its description; using graphs of functions for analysis; performing arithmetic combinations and compositions of functions; finding the inverse of a function; and solving equations, inequalities and systems of equations by various methods (including matrices).