Automotive Technology

ABRP 120H: Body & Fender Repair

Introduces basic auto body skills and procedures. Covers the proper and safe handling of hand and power tools and materials used in the auto body industry. (Formerly ABRP 20H) Credits: 3 Lecture/Lab Hours: 90 Teaching Equivalent: 3.75

Prerequisites:

ABRP 120G with grade C or better, or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the auto body course of studies.

ABRP 122E: Basic Auto Refinishing

Presents the basics of automotive refinishing. Emphasizes shop and personal safety in using hand tools, power tools, supplies, and materials for vehicle preparation for painting. Credits: 4 Lecture/Lab Hours: 120 Teaching Equivalent: 5.00

Prerequisites:

AMT 100 with grade C or better , or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the Auto Body course of studies.

Recommended:

ABRP 120H.

ABRP 122G: Complete and Touch Up Refinishing Techniques

Explains the complete painting process. Covers preparation and application of sealers to surface, to the final detailing of the vehicle. Credits: 6 Lecture/Lab Hours: 180 Teaching Equivalent: 7.50

Prerequisites:

ABRP 122E with grade C or better, or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the Auto Body course of studies.

ABRP 141G: Plastic Panel Repair

Introduces the repairing of damaged plastic and fiberglass panels and components. (Formerly ABRP 41G) Credits: 3 Lecture/Lab Hours: 90 Teaching Equivalent: 3.75

Prerequisites:

ABRP 120H with grade C or better(or concurrent), or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the auto body course of studies.

ABRP 141H: Management & Estimating

Introduces the student to the fundamentals of writing and understanding repair estimates and repair orders. Discusses management, business procedures, and industrial relations. (Formerly ABRP 41H) Credits: 2 Lecture/Lab Hours: 60 Teaching Equivalent: 2.50

Prerequisites:

ABRP 122G with grade C or better(or concurrent), or consent. Student must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout duration of the Auto Body course of studies.

The purpose of the Automotive Technology program is to train students for employment in automotive service and repair. The laboratory phase of courses uses modern tools and equipment while performing actual “live” service and repairs on automobiles. The classroom phase includes discussion of principles on the operation of automotive systems and components, demonstration of repair techniques, textbook assignments, and quizzes. Basic mechanic hand tools, supplies, books, and working clothes are required for enrollment. A tool list is available from the instructor. The Automotive Technology program prerequisite requires placement at English 22 or higher, or consent of instructor, for all Automotive Technology courses except AMT 80 and AMT 100. Students must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout the duration of the Automotive course of study.

The Automotive Technology program offers two different pathways towards certificates and degrees, Automotive Technology (AMT) and Auto Body Repair and Painting (ABRP).

Call the Program Coordinator, Lawrence Martinson, at (808) 984-3678 or by emailing lkmartin@hawaii.edu for more information.

AMT 80: Small Engine Repair

Explores the theory and practice in the operation, repair, and maintenance of small displacement internal combustion engines including two-cycle and four-cycle types found on single cylinder lawn mowers, power plants, garden tillers, and chain saws. Credits: 2 Lecture Hours: 30 Teaching Equivalent: 2.00

AMT 100: Introduction to Automotive Technology

Introduces principles for the operation of automotive systems. Explains the selection and use of basic automotive tools, equipment, and procedures for the preventive maintenance and minor repair service. Includes lectures, demonstrations, and lab work on shop training units and “live” service vehicles. (Formerly AMT 20) Credits: 2 Lecture/Lab Hours: 60 Teaching Equivalent: 2.50

Prerequisites:

Student must maintain a valid Driver’s license throughout duration of the automotive course of studies, or consent.

Recommended:

Placement at ENG 21 or higher.

AMT 129: Engines Repair

This course will cover shop safety, tools, and all components found in the modern internal combustion engine. The course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the fundamental operation and construction of internal combustion engines. Instruction will include theory and laboratory(shop) activities in which students will learn how to inspect, service, maintain, diagnose, and repair automobile engine malfunctions. This course includes live work. Students are required to have valid driver’s license. (Formerly AMT 30) Credits: 7 Lecture/Lab Hours: 210 Teaching Equivalent: 8.75

Prerequisites:

AMT 100 with grade C or better; and ENG 19 with grade C or better, or placement at least ENG 22, or consent. Student must maintain a valid Driver’s license throughout duration of the automotive course of studies.

Recommended:

At least 10th grade reading skill.

AMT 141: Electrical/Electronics Systems I

Examines principles of operation, diagnosis, service and repair of the electrical/ electronic system. Covers the electron theory, circuits and schematics, batteries, starting and charging system. Explains use of automotive tools and testing equipment. (Formerly AMT 40C) Credits: 5 Lecture/Lab Hours: 150 Teaching Equivalent: 6.25

Prerequisites:

AMT 100 with grade C or better(or concurrent), and ENG 19 with grade C or better, or placement at least ENG 22, or consent. Student must maintain a valid Driver’s license throughout duration of the automotive course of studies.

AMT 144: Heating and Air Conditioning

This course provides an understanding of the theory, diagnosis, service, safety handling of refrigerant and repair of automotive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The course presents the operation and function of vacuum, electrical, refrigeration circuits, and computer controls. Training is provided on the use of tools and equipment while performing diagnostics, repairs, and service on HVAC systems. (Formerly AMT 43) Credits: 4 Lecture/Lab Hours: 120 Teaching Equivalent: 5.00

Prerequisites:

AMT 100 with grade C or better, and ENG 19 with grade C or better, or placement at least ENG 22, or consent. Student must maintain a valid Driver’s license throughout duration of the automotive course of studies.

AMT 145: Manual Drive Trains and Axles

Examines principles of operation, diagnosis, and repair of standard transmissions and transaxles, clutches, drive shafts, and drive axles. Explains use of automotive tools and testing equipment. (Formerly AMT 46) Credits: 4 Lecture/Lab Hours: 120 Teaching Equivalent: 5.00

Prerequisites:

AMT 100 with grade C or better, and ENG 19 with grade C or better, or placement at least ENG 22, or consent. Student must maintain a valid Driver’s license throughout duration of the automotive course of studies.

Recommended:

At least 10th grade reading skill, or consent.

AMT 149: Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles

Examines principles of operation, diagnosis, and repair of automatic transmissions and transaxles. Explains use of automotive tools and testing equipment. (Formerly AMT 50) Credits: 4 Lecture/Lab Hours: 120 Teaching Equivalent: 5.00

Prerequisites:

AMT 241 with grade C or better(or concurrent), and ENG 19 with grade C or better, or placement at least ENG 22, or consent. Student must maintain a valid Driver’s license throughout duration of the automotive course of studies.

Recommended:

At least 10th grade reading skill, or consent.