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"Automotive and Diesel Technology is rapidly increasing in sophistication and most training authorities strongly recommend that persons seeking trainee jobs complete a formal training program" -Occupational Outlook Handbook

Course Descriptions

Chassis
This course teaches the basic theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of brake systems, steering systems, suspensions, alignment, differentials, wheel balancing and safety training.

Engine Systems
The engine course gives students the opportunity to diagnose an repair a variety of engine problems. Students will be able to demonstrate their ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and rebuild and engine. This includes four-cylinder, V-6, V-8, imported and domestic gasoline engines. An assigned number of laboratory work projects must be finished before a student can successfully complete the lab section. This course prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence test. The test is voluntary and test fees are the responsibility of the student.

Students use the following equipment during this phase: bench grinders, arbor press, impact devices, torque wrenches, battery chargers, head and block reconditioning equipment, air conditioning test equipment, parts cleaning equipment, as well as engine stands and hoists.

Automatic Transmission Systems
Students learn troubleshooting principles and perform follow-up work on school-owned vehicles. An assigned number of laboratory and/or live work projects must be finished before a student can successfully complete the lab section.

During this phase, the instructor may use a front-wheel or a rear-wheel drive transmission dynamometer to check the accuracy of the student's work. Other equipment utilized is the OTC Monitor 2000; transmission analyzers; bushing drivers; vehicle hoists; transmission jacks; parts cleaning tanks; jet spray cleaner; and torque converter cleaner, tester and presser.

Driveability Systems
Students become proficient at troubleshooting and learning to use electronic diagnostic equipment. An assigned number of laboratory work projects must be finished before a student can successfully complete the lab section.

Through theory and projects, students learn the operation and use of the following diagnostic test equipment: Sun Modular Computer Analyzer, OTC 4 Gas Analyzer, Sun 2 Gas Analyzer, Sun 1115 Performance Analyzer, SnapOn digital scopes, digital volt ohmmeters, Sun distributor machines, Sun VAT-40 Testers, portable test stands, circuit testers, hand-held tach dwell testers, portable timing lights, battery chargers, armature testers, compression gauges, timing lights, voltage regulators, starters, carburetors, alternators, distributors, soldering irons and wire repair on fuel injected engines.

Diesel Engines/Fuel Systems
Covers the theory, operation and diagnosis/repair of diesel engines and diesel fuel systems produced by major manufacturers. An assigned number of laboratory work projects must be finished before a student can successfully complete the lab section.

The diesel engine course provides intensive training involving the major types of heavy diesel two-stroke and four-stroke engines. Students diagnose, disassemble and reassemble diesel engines from three major manufacturers. Students also learn to use specialized tools such as cylinder liner pullers, micrometers, dial indicators, timing tools, ring compressors and computer scanners.

Students also receive classroom training in diesel fuel systems. Students learn about fuel system preventive maintenance, diagnosis and repair.

Heavy Truck Chassis Systems
Covers the theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of heavy truck chassis components. An assigned number of laboratory work projects must be finished before a student can successfully complete the lab section. Arizona Automotive Institute provides diesel-powered trucks for student use while performing work and demonstrations.

Students disassemble and reassemble transmissions and differential. Torque wrenches, micrometers, dial indicators, alignment gauges, Allison Automatic Transmission tools and other specialized and assorted tools are used. Transport refrigeration, hydraulic systems, electrical systems and their respective controls are studied. Preventative maintenance procedures are stressed and practiced.

Engine Electronic Systems
Students study the theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of engine electronics and emission control. Students use equipment designed to meet current industry standards and an assigned number of laboratory work projects must be finished before a student can successfully complete this section.

Drive Train/Body Electronic Systems
Students study transmissions and body electronics in depth. Advanced theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of electronic-controlled transmissions and "body" electronics are covered. The computer that controls most of the functions in the automatic transmission is covered in full detail.