21 courses with the subject ASES, 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.
| Lecture/Lab Steering and Suspension covers the complete suspension and steering system. This includes theory of operation and service of the many different types of steering and suspension systems. Also, the theory of wheel alignment, prealignment inspection, and alignment and correction of vehicle problems are solved.
| Lecture/Lab Manual Transmission and Drivelines covers the designs, power flow, inspection, diagnosis, and overhaul of manual transmissions, transaxles, drivetrains, and differentials.
| Lecture/Lab Engine Diagnosis and Repair covers basic engine theory and construction, part identification, along with measuring and testing engine components. The reconditioning of cylinders and other machine procedures are approached.
| Lecture/Lab Fuel and Emission Systems covers the operation, diagnosis, and repair of the automotive fuel system. Fuel injections are introduced. Theory, design, diagnosis and service of the vehicle's emission system are included.
| Lecture Automotive Math Applications offers a problem- solving approach to math applications used by automotive technicians. These applications employ basic mathematical principles, direct and computed measurements, gear and pulley applications, formula solution, and geometric fundamentals. MINNESOTA NORTH COLLEGE | 2024-25 CURRICULUM CATALOG
| Lecture/Lab Starting and Charging Systems covers the theory and operation of starting motors and alternators. This includes the identification of components and electrical circuits used in starting and charging systems. The student services, repairs, and tests these components.
| Lab General Service Shop introduces the student to basic shop practices and concepts. Shop safety will be stressed. Automotive maintenance will be introduced.
| Lab Four Wheel/All Wheel Drive explains operation, diagnosis and repair of components used in four wheel drive/all wheel drive systems. Topics include transfer cases, power transfer units, and axle disconnects.
| Lecture/Lab Brakes covers basic principles of brakes, hydraulic system basics, disc and drum brakes, parking brakes and power assist units. Rear wheel anti-lock systems are also covered. Emphasis is placed on operation, diagnosis and repair of various types of braking systems. P a g e | 37
| Lecture/Lab The Antilock Brake and Traction Control course covers operation, diagnosis and repair of antilock brakes and traction control systems currently found in industry. Two systems, Teves Mark IV and Delco ABS VI, are covered in depth using school supplied vehicles for hands on applications.
3 credits | Lab The Customer Auto 1 course allows the student to work in a supervised shop environment on vehicles that have been scheduled for actual repairs. The course is designed to increase skills needed for an entry-level position in the automotive technology repair field. PREREQUISITES: Instructor approval
3 credits | Lab The Customer Auto 2 course allows the student to work in a supervised shop environment on vehicles that have been scheduled for actual repairs. The course is designed to increase skills needed for an entry-level position in the automotive technology repair field. PREREQUISITES: Instructor approval
| Lecture Shop Management/Supervision introduces concepts and business practices used in the managing or supervising in the automotive field. Topics include customer and employee relations, productivity monitoring, estimate construction, and repair order writing.
| Lecture/Lab Advanced Ignition Systems covers the ignition systems that are not distributor based. The systems taught will be EI (electronic ignition) and the COP (coi on plug) system. Theory of operation and the proper diagnostic and repair procedures will be covered.
| Lecture/Lab The Automotive Electrical Accessories course covers operation, diagnosis and repair of various electrically operated accessories found on automobiles. Topics include lighting, windshield wipers and washers, power windows and locks, inflatable restraints, body controllers.
| Lecture/Lab Automotive Heat/Air Conditioning covers theory, operation, diagnosis and repair of automotive climate control systems. Topics include heating, air conditioning, controls, and electrical circuits.
| Lecture/Lab Advanced Engine Performance course expands upon the knowledge learned in Auto Computers. OBDII (On Board Diagnostic 2nd generation) operation and program logic will be covered. Diagnosis and repair of drivability problems associated with OBDII systems will be taught in this course. Practical exercises on school vehicles reinforce learned knowledge with hand-on experience.
| Lecture/Lab Automotive Computers covers the operation and diagnosis of the engine control computer. The operation and diagnosis of the inputs and outputs used on Ford, GM, and Daimler Chrysler are stressed.
Source: Minnesota North College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
