Note: AUTO 730 Japanese Basic Electrical is the required core course for the Toyota Technical Education Network Associate Degree.

AUTO 706 TOYOTA ENGINES (6.5)

Lecture/Laboratory total of 160 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology program.

This course involves the basic study of engine design and operation including basic measuring, inspection, diagnosis, and repair. Primary emphasis will be on diagnosis and valve train repair. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer credit: CSU.

AUTO 707 TOYOTA TRANSMISSIONS (8.5)

Lecture/Laboratory total of 200 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology program.

This course involves the basic study of power-trains, including clutches, manual and automatic transmissions and transaxles, and differentials. Primary emphasis will be on testing, diagnosis, and repair. May be repeated once for credit. Transfer credit: CSU.

AUTO 725 TOYOTA BRAKES AND CHASSIS (11)

Lecture/Laboratory total of 270 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology program.

This course involves the basic study of mechanical and hydraulic brake systems, steering and suspension systems, tires, and wheel alignment. Emphasis will be on system operation, diagnosis, adjustment, testing, and repair. This course will prepare the student for the California Brake Adjusters License and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE.) Examinations. Transfer credit: CSU.

AUTO 727 TOYOTA AIR CONDITIONING (4)

Lecture/Laboratory total of 90 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology program.

This course involves the basic study of automotive climate controls and components. Principles of heating and air conditioning and the engine's cooling system will be discussed. The course covers system evacuating, recycling and recharging of the air conditioning system, with emphasis on testing, diagnosis, and repair. Transfer credit: CSU.

AUTO 728 TOYOTA ADVANCED ELECTRICAL (7)

Lecture/Laboratory total of 180 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology program.

This course involves the basic study of automotive electronics, body electrical, instrumentation, ignition systems, and basic engine computer controls. Primary emphasis will be on testing, diagnosis, and repair. Transfer credit: CSU.

AUTO 729 TOYOTA ENGINE PERFORMANCE (14.5)

(Approved Clean Air Course) Lecture/Laboratory total of 344 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology program.

This course involves the basic study of ignition systems, fuel systems, emission control, computer control, and drivability diagnostics. Students will receive instruction necessary to take the Automotive Service Excellence examination in the area of Engine Performance. Transfer credit: CSU.

AUTO 730 JAPANESE BASIC ELECTRICAL (8)

Lecture/Laboratory total of 180 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology program. This course involves the basic study of electrical fundamentals, automotive batteries, wiring diagrams, starting and charging systems, and lighting systems. Primary emphasis on testing, diagnosis, and repair. This course will prepare the student for the California Lamp Adjusters License. Transfer credit: CSU.

AUTO 743 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (0.5)

Lecture/Laboratory total of 16 hours. Prerequisite: Admission to the Automotive Technology program.

This course involves the basic study of automotive pre-delivery service (PDS) and routine service procedures including locating rattles, noises, radio and mirror installation, lubrication and other basic service procedures. Transfer credit: CSU.