18 courses with the subject MCAP, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
MCAP 1000Introduction to MCAP3
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of automotive and electrical and electronic systems. Students will learn about electrical theory and electrical diagnostic strategy using the DVOM. Students will learn about shop safety procedures, how to use vehicle service information, and how to use general shop tools and equipment as they relate to electrical/electronic service and repair. Major Content Areas Automotive Industry Expectations Safety and Pollution Prevention CAP Resources Basic Electrical Learning Outcomes Understand basic electrical theory, test electrical circuits by utilizing automotive diagnostic tools including a DVOM, analyze results, and determine necessary actions in accordance with ASE standards. Demonstrate knowledge and application of Ohm’s law and Watt’s law. And be able to explain the difference between series, parallel and series parallel circuits. Understand how to locate and interpret related service information to properly diagnose and repair automotive electrical circuits in accordance with ASE standards. Demonstrate the proper use of general shop tools and equipment in compliance with current industry standards. Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety, environmental, and professionalism standards. Students will understand the importance of safety in the workplace. (SP2 Certification.) Students will understand the importance of pollution prevention. (SP2 Certification.) Students will be registered for and learn how to navigate the learning resources used in the program.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course covers automotive electrical and electronic fundamentals. Students will learn how to identify and interpret circuit wiring diagrams. Industry recognized procedures for repairing wiring harnesses, connectors, and terminals are demonstrated and practiced in this course. Operation, diagnosis, and repair of automotive series, parallel and relay-controlled circuits are studied using various types of tools and test equipment. Major Content Areas Wiring Diagrams Computer Fundamentals Electrical Diagnosis Electronics Learning Outcomes Students will be able to use diagnostic tools such as scan tools and oscilloscopes to diagnose and repair vehicle electronic circuit concerns. Students will be able to locate applicable service information and be able to interpret automotive wiring diagrams in order to test and diagnose automotive electrical circuits Students will demonstrate knowledge and application of basic electronic components and computer fundamentals used in automotive electronic circuits. Students will demonstrate the ability to test the operations of and diagnosis problems with automotive series, parallel and relay-controlled circuits Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to use a digital multi-meter to accurately measure voltage, amperage, and resistance in an automotive circuit.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 Students in this course will be exposed to complex automotive electronics and computer-controlled circuits. Operation, diagnosis, and repair of vehicle communication networks will be studied using various types of tools and test equipment. Major Content Areas Computers Computer networks Fault diagnosis Circuit repairs Learning Outcomes Students will be able to use automotive diagnostic tools to access vehicle computer networks, instrumentation and warning systems, and infotainment systems to monitor and diagnose vehicle electronic circuit faults. Students will be able to locate appropriate service information in order to identify, test and diagnosis vehicle communication network faults. Students will be able to test the operation of automotive electrical, electronic, computer, and accessory circuits and determine necessary action. Students will demonstrate an understanding of how automotive computer circuits function and be able to test electronic components for proper operation. Students will be able to explain the difference between computer inputs and outputs and how they can be interpreted to diagnose computer circuit related faults.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course covers accessory and power systems such as wipers, headlights, airbags, and seats and the diagnostic and repair procedures using various types of tools and test equipment. Major Content Areas Heated/cooled seats Other body systems Wipers Supplemental restraints Headlights Learning Outcomes Understand the function and operation of automotive batteries, starting systems, and charging systems. Test the operation of electronic chassis and safety systems and determine necessary action Test the operation of automotive electrical, electronic, computer, and accessory circuits and determine necessary action. Locate all applicable service information and interpret it in order to test and diagnosis automotive electrical circuits. Demonstrate understanding of applicable industry standards and follow them while performing repairs in the shop.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course teaches suspension systems using leaf springs, coil springs, McPherson struts, and torsion bars. Steering systems using manual and power rack and pinion, recirculating ball steering gears, alignment angles and their relationship to vehicle handling. This course includes basic principles of brakes, hydraulic system basics, disc and drum brakes, parking brakes, anti-lock brakes and power assist units. Emphasis will be placed on the operation, diagnosis and repair of various types of braking systems. Major Content Areas Steering Alignments Suspension Brakes Learning Outcomes Perform maintenance and repair operations to vehicle brake, steering, and suspension systems in accordance with ASE standards. Research applicable vehicle and service information such as brake, suspension, and steering system, operations, vehicle maintenance components, service precaution and technical service bulletins. Identify the brake, suspension, and steering components and interpret brake, suspension, and steering adjustments to obtain operation and alignment. Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and environmental standards. Measure wheel, tire, axle, and hub runout; perform tire and wheel service and repairs. Inspect the operation of mechanical and electronic parking brake systems. Diagnose and repair concerns related to brake, suspension, and steering systems. Describe the purpose and function of a chassis system, and all their parts. Determine proper power steering fluids and leaks and diagnostic procedures related to customer concerns and proper actions to repair
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course covers the principles of air conditioning and types, diagnosis, testing, and repair of air conditioning systems. The course includes practical work on air conditioning systems such as evacuating, replacement of components, charging, recycling, and performance testing. Students will also test and diagnose automotive electronic heating and air conditioning control circuits. Major Content Areas A/C system HVAC diagnosis HVAC repair Heating system Learning Outcomes Identify and explain the proper operation of automotive heating and air conditioning components. Successfully complete the ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Quiz which is an industry requirement to service automotive air conditioning systems in a repair facility. Demonstrate the ability diagnose and repair automotive air conditioning refrigerant systems as well as heating and concerns Demonstrate the ability to operate air conditioning refrigerant handling equipment safely according to industry standards Locate applicable service information in order to test and diagnose automotive heating and air conditioning concerns
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course will focus on diesel engine operation, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair. Students will be able to perform diesel repairs including fuel systems and emission systems. Major Content Areas Diesel diagnosis Diesel fuel system Diesel repair Diesel engine Diesel emission system Learning Outcomes Diagnose the cause of engine performance concerns and failures in accordance with ASE standards. Describe the diesel engine management system, analyze symptoms related to engine management components, perform pinpoint tests, analyze results, and determine necessary actions in accordance with ASE standards. Describe the purpose of scan tools and oscilloscopes in diagnosing diesel engine management system components and demonstrate proper procedure to navigate the scan tool and oscilloscope to obtain signal information in accordance with ASE standards. Access and utilize service information to perform a step-by-step diagnostic procedure. Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and environmental standards.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course introduces students to the fundamentals of engine mechanical operation, diagnosis and repair. Students will learn about engine theory and engine mechanical diagnostic strategy using various diagnostic tools. Students will learn about engine repair and safety procedures, how to use vehicle service information, and how to use diagnostic tools including scan tools and oscilloscopes in troubleshooting engine mechanical concerns. Major Content Areas Engine mechanical diagnosis Engine mechanical repair Engine theory Engine parts identification Learning Outcomes Perform diagnosis and repair operations on automotive engines in accordance with ASE standards Perform diagnosis and repair operations on automotive valve train components in accordance with ASE standards. Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and Environmental standards Establish automotive engine mechanical timing as well as diagnosis and repair of related components in accordance with ASE standards. Perform diagnosis and repair operations on automotive cylinder heads in accordance with ASE standards. Describe internal engine operation, test condition utilizing automotive diagnostic tools in accordance with ASE standards. Perform compression, cylinder leakage, exhaust backpressure, intake vacuum, cylinder power balance, relative compression, and in-cylinder pressure tests, analyze results, and determine necessary actions in accordance with ASE standards.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course covers the operation and servicing techniques required to diagnose and repair automotive computer system related concerns encountered on modern automobiles. Major Content Areas Ignition system Emission system Engine performance diagnosis Fuel system Learning Outcomes Describe the engine management system including inputs and outputs, analyze symptoms related to engine management components, perform pinpoint tests, analyze results, and determine necessary actions in accordance with ASE standards. Describe the purpose of scan tools and oscilloscopes in diagnosing engine management components and demonstrate proper procedure to navigate the scan tool and oscilloscope to obtain signal information in accordance with ASE standards. Access and utilize service information to perform a step-by-step diagnostic procedure. Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and environmental standards. Diagnose the cause of engine performance concerns related to engine management component failures in accordance with ASE standards. Describe OBDII monitors and perform a drive cycle used to verify repairs made to the engine management system in accordance with ASE standards.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course will focus on hybrid and electric vehicle operation, diagnosis, and repair. Students will understand the principles behind electric propulsion and high voltage storage systems, proper safety precautions, and how to accurately diagnose these systems used on hybrid and electric vehicles. Major Content Areas Electric drive motors Charging systems Hybrid electronics Hybrid/EV diagnosis Hybrid drive systems High voltage safety Learning Outcomes Understand hybrid and electric vehicle theory and operation, analyze symptoms related to hybrid and electric system components, perform pinpoint tests, analyze results, and determine necessary actions in accordance with ASE standards. Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and environmental standards. Understand the purpose of scan tools and oscilloscopes in diagnosing hybrid electric vehicle system components and demonstrate proper procedure to navigate the scan tool and oscilloscope to obtain signal information in accordance with ASE standards. Diagnose the cause of electric vehicle and hybrid engine performance concerns and failures in accordance with ASE standards. Access and utilize service information to perform a step-by-step diagnostic procedure.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course covers the basic theory of automotive transmissions / transaxles. This includes torque converter operations, planetary gears-sets, clutch assemblies, bands, and hydraulic systems operations. Students will learn transmission / transaxle operations, diagnosis and repair. Major Content Areas Transmission hydraulics Automatic transmission Transmission diagnosis Transmission repair Learning Outcomes Demonstrate torque converter operation and power flow as well as diagnosis of torque converters in automotive transmissions / transaxles. Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and environmental standards Perform diagnosis and repair operations on automotive transmissions / transaxles in accordance with ASE standards Access and utilize service information and technical service bulletins in accordance with ASE standards. Demonstrate power flow of automatic transmissions. Identify and describe automatic transmission / transaxle component and operation in accordance with ASE standards.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course covers current automotive 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive systems used on late model vehicles. Students will learn diagnosis, repairs, and operation of each system. Major Content Areas AWD and 4WD power flow AWD and 4WD repair Transfer case and power transfer units AWD and 4WD diagnosis Learning Outcomes Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and environmental standards. Perform diagnosis and repair operations on automotive transfer cases. Students will be able to describe power flow of transfer cases in accordance with ASE standards. Demonstrate diagnosis and repair of automotive 4WD/AWD systems in accordance with ASE standards. Access and utilize service information and technical service bulletins to perform step by step service procedures.
Prerequisites MCAP 1000 This course covers current automotive differentials used on late model vehicles. Students will learn differential diagnosis, repairs, and operation. Major Content Areas Differential measurements Differential diagnosis Differential component identification Differential repairs Learning Outcomes Demonstrate diagnosis and repair of automotive differentials in accordance with ASE standards. Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and environmental standards. Access and utilize service information and technical service bulletins to perform step by step service procedures. Identify components, make measurements, and determine the necessary action needed to repair differentials.
This is on-the-job training at a MOPAR dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college’s MCAP staff and MCAP coordinator at the dealership.
Enrollment in MCAP and successful completion of the previous semester. Major Content Areas Production system Professionalism Industry experience Reinforced learning Customer service Learning Outcomes Practice proper shop safety in a production repair facility. Demonstrate industry expectations regarding professionalism and customer service Explain the flat-rate system Apply concepts and procedures learned in class to real-world applications Work with other professionals in a collaborative manner to repair customer vehicles.
MCAP 1506Dealer Work Experience5
This is on-the-job training at a MOPAR dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college’s MCAP staff and MCAP coordinator at the dealership.
Enrollment in MCAP and successful completion of the previous semester. Major Content Areas Customer service Production system Industry experience Reinforced learning Professionalism Learning Outcomes Explain the flat-rate system Practice proper shop safety in a production repair facility. Demonstrate industry expectations regarding professionalism and customer service. Work with other professionals in a collaborative manner to repair customer vehicles. Apply concepts and procedures learned in class to real-world applications
MCAP 1507Dealer Work Experience4
This is on-the-job training at a MOPAR dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college’s MCAP staff and MCAP coordinator at the dealership.
Enrollment in MCAP and successful completion of the previous semester Major Content Areas Professionalism Reinforced learning Production system Customer service Industry experience Learning Outcomes Explain the flat-rate system. Demonstrate industry expectations regarding professionalism and customer service. Practice proper shop safety in a production repair facility. Apply concepts and procedures learned in class to real-world applications. Work with other professionals in a collaborative manner to repair customer vehicles
MCAP 1508Dealer Work Experience5
This is on-the-job training at a MOPAR dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college’s MCAP staff and MCAP coordinator at the dealership.
Enrollment in MCAP and successful completion of the previous semester. Major Content Areas Reinforced learning Professionalism Customer service Industry experience Production system Learning Outcomes Practice proper shop safety in a production repair facility. Apply concepts and procedures learned in class to real-world applications. Demonstrate industry expectations regarding professionalism and customer service. Work with other professionals in a collaborative manner to repair customer vehicles. Explain the flat-rate system.
MCAP 2960Skill Development3
This course is designed to help students strengthen their understanding of key automotive fundamentals and improve hands-on technical skills in preparation for second-year coursework. Through a combination of lectures and lab activities, students will revisit essential topics such as basic electrical systems, vehicle maintenance, steering and suspension, brakes, and driveline fundamentals.The lecture component focuses on reinforcing theoretical knowledge, troubleshooting methods, and industry practices, while the lab component provides guided, practical experience in the shop. This course is ideal for students who need additional support due to missed content, challenges with core concepts, or a desire to build confidence and technicaproficiency. Major Content Areas Chassis Systems Basic Electrical HVAC Systems Drivetrain Systems Automotive Maintenance Learning Outcomes Skill Mastery: Targeted practice will close knowledge and technical skill gaps. Develop Technical Skills: Provide hands-on practice to improve proficiency. Build Confidence: Ensure students feel prepared for second-year coursework. Enhance Problem-Solving Abilities: Build diagnostic and repair competencies. Reinforce Core Knowledge: Strengthen foundational concepts in automotive systems.
