AUTOMOTIVE The Automotive Body and Fender Repair program at Oxnard College is designed to prepare students to either enter the industry as entry-level technicians or to provide continuous improvement training to technicians already employed in the field. Students can complete an Associate of Science Degree or a Certificate of Achievement. Course work includes hands-on training in body, fender, and collision repair, automotive graphics. Students also have the option of integrating course work training from other technical programs, such as automotive technology business courses designed to help students begin their own repair center. The Automotive Technology program at Oxnard College is designed to prepare students to either enter the industry as entry-level technicians or to provide continuous improvement training to technicians already employed in the industry. Students can complete an Associate of Science Degrees or Certificate of Achievement. Courses include the full range of curriculum for this occupation, including the fundamentals of engine repair, reconstruction, electrical analysis, and trouble-shooting techniques. All courses are taught by Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified instructors. For more information, contact: Andrew Cawelti, acawelti@vcccd.edu 805-986-5800, ext. 2061 Career Opportunities Body and Fender Repair Trainee Sales Metalman; Frame-Specialist Repair Estimator Engine Repair Technician Tune-Up Technician Service and Parts Management Diesel Mechanics Technician Wheel Alignment and Brake Technician Faculty Full-Time Part-Time Frank Castro Juan Perez Jose Ortega Henry Segura Bruce Wendt u Automotive Body and Fender Repair Associate in Science Degree Certificate of Achievement Required Courses: Units AB R001 Auto Body/Fender Repair I 4 AB R002 Auto Body/Fender Repair II 4 AB R003 Estimating Damage/Repair 4 AB R004 Collision Damage/Repair 4 AB R005A Painting/Refinishing I 2 AB R005B Painting/Refinishing II 4 22 Required Additional Courses: Units Complete a minimum of two units from the following: AB R007A Automotive Graphics 2 AT R010 Fundamentals of Auto Technology 3 AT R015 Automotive Electrical Systems 4 AT R020 ASE Mechanics Certification 3 BUS R030 Business Mathematics 3 BUS R111A Business Law I 3 2-4 Total Required Units 24-26 Automotive Body Repair and Paint Courses AB R001-Auto Body/Fender Repair I 4 units 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab weekly Fundamentals of auto body repair, including arc and oxyacetylene welding, roughing-out and metal finishing, use of body fillers, sanding, masking, and priming. Course may be taken two times. (2) AB R002-Auto Body/Fender Repair II 4 units Prerequisites: AB R001. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab weekly This course provides training in special problems in repair of automobiles using advanced techniques with materials such as steel, aluminum, and plastic. Special painting methods are taught. Course may be taken two times. (2) AB R003-Estimating Damage/Repair 4 units Prerequisites: AB R001 and AB R002 or equivalent. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab weekly Advanced course in techniques of estimating and repair of heavy auto body and chassis damage; emphasis upon business management techniques as applied to estimating repairs. Course may be taken two times. (2) AB R004-Collision/Damage Repair 4 units Prerequisites: AB R001 and AB R002 or equivalent. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab weekly Advanced course in techniques of estimating and repair of heavy damage to auto body and chassis; emphasis on automobile frame, sectioning, straightening, and advanced welding. Student auto body projects in the scope of complete automotive wrecks. (2) AB R005A-Painting/Refinishing I 2 units 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the automotive refinishing industry by providing training in painting and refinishing fundamentals. Topics to be covered include a history of the industry, shop safety, shop equipment and layout, required tools and materials, and surface preparation techniques. Course may be taken three times. (2) AB R005B-Painting/Refinishing II 4 units Prerequisites: AB R001 or AB R005A or concurrent enrollment. 2 hours lecture, 6 hours lab weekly This course continues training in automotive painting and refinishing. Topics to be covered include application of undercoats and top coats, spot repair procedures, paint job procedures, paint problems, and procedures for securing employment in the field. Course may be taken two times. (2) AB R007A-Automotive Graphics 2 units 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly A comprehensive overview of automotive graphics including preparation and layout of pinstriping, touch-up, lettering and murals. Course also includes automotive graphics for commercial trucks and boats. Field trips may be required. Materials fee is required. Course may be taken two times. (2) AB R007B-Advanced Automotive Graphics 2 units Prerequisites: AB R007A. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly This course provides instruction in advanced levels of automotive graphic design including color selection and mixing, customized murals, advanced commercial lettering applications, advanced outlines and shadowing, and customized quiles and applications. Field trips may be required. Materials fee is required. Course may be taken two times. (2) u Automotive Technology Associate in Science Degree Certificate of Achievement Required Courses: Units AT R004 Automotive Emission Control 3 AT R010 Fundamentals of Auto Technology 3 AT R013 Engine Performance 4 AT R013L Engine Performance Lab 2 AT R015 Automotive Electrical Systems 4 AT R015L Automotive Electrical Systems Lab 2 AT R016 Auto Electronics 3 AT R018 Automotive Brake Systems 4 AT R018L Automotive Brake Systems Lab 2 AT R019 Steering & Suspension 2 AT R019L Steering & Suspension Lab 2 AT R023 Fuel Systems 2 AT R023L Fuel Systems Lab 2 Total Core Requirements 35 Complete a minimum of five units from the following: AT R002 Starting & Charging Systems 2 AT R002L Starting & Charging Systems Lab 1 AT R005 Computer Diagnostic Systems 4 AT R017 Automotive Wheel Alignment 2 AT R017L Automotive Wheel Alignment Lab 2 AT R021 Bureau of Automotive Repair 4 AT R026 Automotive Engine Overhaul 4 AT R026L Automotive Engine Overhaul Lab 2 AT R027 Cylinder Block Service 2 AT R027L Cylinder Block Service Lab 2 AT R028 Cylinder Head Service 2 AT R028L Cylinder Head Service Lab 2 Total Required Units 40 Automotive Technology Courses AT R002-Starting & Charging Systems 2 units Advisory: AT R010. Corequisites: AT R002L. 2 hours lecture weekly Study of the automotive starting and charging systems beginning with electricity and magnetism and progressing to testing procedures and equipment used to troubleshoot and diagnose problems within systems. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R002L-Starting & Charging Systems Lab 1 unit Corequisites: AT R002 (first time only). 3 hours lab weekly Course provides technical preparation in the skills required to repair and maintain the starting and charging of electrical systems in modern vehicles and electrical service procedures for the overhaul of starters and alternators. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R003A-Using Technical Manuals 3 units 3 hours lecture weekly Course focuses on the modern automobile equipped with on-board computers which control numerous systems. Manual topics cover testing, repair sequences, and adjustment of these systems. Manual information will be presented in the traditional printed form and the more current floppy disk form. (2) AT R004-Automotive Emission Control 3 units 3 hours lecture weekly Course covers a brief history of air pollution, automotive emission control laws, and control systems such as crank case, exhaust, evaporative loss, Nox, and retro-fit devices; also use of infrared and other test equipment and preparation for State Emission Control Installer License. AT R010-Fundamentals of Auto Technology 3 units 3 hours lecture weekly Comprehensive overview of the automobile, including the systems, basic operating principles, and repair procedures. Systems included are ignition, charging, cranking, cooling, fuel, lubricating, brakes, and front end. Field trips may be required. AT R012-Automotive Air Conditioning 2 units Advisory: AT R010. 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Comprehensive study of the principles of operation and theory of automotive air conditioning. Course offers a study of design features of each manufacturer to include servicing, troubleshooting, and diagnosis. Students given practical application for servicing, repair, and diagnosis. AT R013-Engine Performance 4 units Advisory: AT R010. Corequisites: AT R013L. 4 hours lecture weekly Detailed coverage of automotive ignition systems, course provides technical preparation in the skills required in diagnostic adjustment of conventional and electronic ignition, carburetor and fuel injection systems. Preparation for ASE certification test included. AT R013L-Engine Performance Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R013 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Course provides technical preparation in skills required in the diagnostic maintenance and repair of standard and electronic ignition systems used in modern automobiles. Computerized test equipment will be used in testing systems. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R014-Advanced Engine Performance 4 units Prerequisites: AT R013. 4 hours lecture weekly Course provides technical preparation in the skills required to diagnose computerized engine control systems on modern automotive equipment. Ignition, fuel injection, and ABS brake systems are covered. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Field trips may be required. AT R015-Automotive Electrical Systems 4 units Corequisites: AT R015L. 4 hours lecture weekly Course covers all aspects of automotive electrical systems including charging, starting, ignition, accessories, and electronics. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R015L-Automotive Electrical Systems Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R015 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Course provides vocational preparation in the skill required in the diagnosis, adjustment, repair and maintenance of the electrical systems of modern automotive equipment. Course is based on electrical service procedures for the overhaul of electrical units. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R016-Auto Electronics 3 units Advisory: AT R010 or AT R013. 3 hours lecture weekly For advanced students or mechanics in the auto service industry. Course covers various types of electronic ignition and fuel injection and other electronic devices used on late model cars. AT R017-Automotive Wheel Alignment 2 units Corequisites: AT R017L. 2 hours lecture weekly Course provides technical preparation in the skills required to accomplish modern two- and four-wheel alignment using mechanical, as well as computerized alignment equipment. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R017L-Automotive Wheel Alignment Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R017 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Course provides technical preparation in the theory and procedures for setting wheel angles involved in alignment. Electronic wheel alignment equipment, as well as conventional equipment used in the industry today will be used. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R018-Automotive Brake Systems 4 units Corequisites: AT R018L. 4 hours lecture weekly Course includes the study of automotive brake systems, including hydraulics and friction principles, drum, disc and antilock brake units. In addition, power assist units and computerized systems will be explored. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R018L-Automotive Brake Systems Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R018 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Course covers automotive brake system service procedures: brake drum, rotor, remachining, hydraulic system overhaul, troubleshooting, and diagnosis of all brake operations, including ABS computerized controlled system. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R019-Steering & Suspension 2 units Corequisites: AT R019L. 2 hours lecture weekly Course provides technical preparation in the diagnosis, adjustment, replacement or repair of all types of steering and suspension systems commonly used in the automotive industry today. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R019L-Steering & Suspension Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R019 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Course provides technical preparation in the diagnosis and repair of steering and suspension systems. Wheel alignment will also be covered, along with all types of rack and pinion steering gears and four-wheel steering. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R020-ASE Mechanics Certification 3 units Advisory: Major in automotive or employment in auto trade. 3 hours lecture weekly For employed mechanics or auto mechanics majors who are preparing to take NIASE (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence) Mechanics Certification Test. Course covers engine repair, manual transmission and rear axle, front end, brakes, electrical systems, and engine tune-up. AT R021-Bureau of Automotive Repair 4 units Prerequisites: AT R004. 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab weekly For auto mechanics majors or employed mechanics who are preparing to take the State of California Smog Certification Test. Course covers fuel systems, electrical systems, tune-up and emission systems operation, and inspection. Course may be taken two times. AT R023-Fuel Systems 2 units Corequisites: AT R023L. 2 hours lecture weekly Course studies automotive fuel systems including single, multiple and variable Venturi carburetors, fuel circuits and fuel injection. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R023L-Fuel Systems Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R023 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Course provides technical preparation in the skills required in the diagnosis, adjustment, repair and maintenance of conventional carburetors, mechanical and electronic fuel injection systems. Also covers computerized analyzing equipment and self-diagnostic computer system testing. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R025-High Performance Engines 2 units 2 hours lecture weekly Course covers high performance production engines, racing engines and after-market products designed to increase drivability, reliability and power output. Turbo chargers and fuel injection devices will be covered. AT R026-Automotive Engine Overhaul 4 units Corequisites: AT R026L. 4 hours lecture weekly Course provides technical preparation in the basic skills required to diagnose, adjust, repair and overhaul the automotive internal combustion engine. All phases of machine work will be covered and quality inspection and reassembly will be stressed. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R026L-Automotive Engine Overhaul Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R026 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Course uses class projects involving theory and operation of modern engine overhaul equipment. Students will gain experience and skills diagnosing repairs, cleaning, dissembling, repairing and restoring to service engines commonly in use today. Preparation for ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R027-Cylinder Block Service 2 units Corequisites: AT R027L. 2 hours lecture weekly An in-depth class with major emphasis devoted to the skills and technical aspects of piston type, gasoline engine block assemblies, piston and crankshaft service. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R027L-Cylinder Block Service Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R027 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Instruction will place major emphasis on skills and materials used in the rebuilding of modern engine assemblies, blocks, crankshafts, connecting rods, oiling systems, camshafts, ring and piston diagnosis, rebuilding, replacement or repair. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R028-Cylinder Head Service 2 units Corequisites: AT R028L. 2 hours lecture weekly An in-depth class with major emphasis devoted to the skills and technical aspects of automotive head and valve repair, crack detection, and valve resurfacing techniques. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. AT R028L-Cylinder Head Service Lab 2 units Corequisites: AT R028 (first time only). 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab weekly Instruction will place major emphasis on skills and materials used in the rebuilding of modern overhead valve and overhead camshaft cylinder heads and assemblies. Preparation for the ASE certification test included. Course may be taken two times. AT R098-Short Courses in Automotive Mechanics ®-10 units Lecture and/or lab hours as required by unit formula Specialized topics designed to inform or update interested persons in various disciplines within the auto repair industry. Length of course determines unit credit. NOTE: The course listed below has been temporarily suspended. For further information, please contact the Occupational Ed. & Econ. Dev. division office. AT R024 Small Engines u Diesel Mechanics Associate in Science Degree Certificate of Achievement This program will prepare students for repairing and servicing all types of diesel equipment such as stationary engines, highway trucks, construction and agricultural equipment, and diesel powered automobiles. Preventative maintenance, diagnostic procedures, repair and engine overhaul are emphasized. Graduates can expect good job opportunities as entry level technicians. Required Courses: Units AT R010 Fundamentals of Auto Technology 3 DM R004 Engine Overhaul & Repair 4 DM R005 Engine Tune-Up & Troubleshooting 3 DM R008 Power Trains 2 DM R012 Introduction to Hydraulics 3 DM R019 Introduction to Diesel Engines 3 18 Required Additional Courses: Units Complete a minimum of six units from the following: AT R024 Small Engines 2 AT R015 Automotive Electrical Systems 3 AT R020 ASE Mechanics Certification 3 BUS R122 Personnel Management 3 DM R006 Electrical System Theory 3 Total Required Units 24 NOTE: The courses listed below have been temporarily suspended. For further information, please contact the Occupational Ed. & Econ Dev. division office. DM R004 Engine Overhaul & Repair DM R005 Engine Tune-Up & Troubleshooting DM R006 Electrical System Theory DM R008 Power Trains DM R012 Introduction to Hydraulics DM R019 Introduction to Diesel Engines DM R020 Diesel Engines DM R030 Diesel Engine Mechanics DM R031 Diesel Equipment Mechanics DM R098 Short Courses in Diesel Mechanics