Engine Repair and Transmissions

Special Requirements: Coveralls and safety glasses

Course Description:

Students will prepare for employment in repair facilities as trainees or apprentice mechanics. Students will study basic engine repair procedures with an emphasis on maintenance. Fundamentals of engine operation, repair and maintenance of standard and automatic transmissions, differentials, and general shop skills will also be taught.

Students must know division and multiplication, fractions and decimals. They will calculate gear ratios, using micrometers and thickness gauges to make adjustments. Students must be able to read and comprehend shop manuals used in the industry.

Emphasis is on diagnosis and a live shop is maintained so that students are aware of all phases of service. Students are trained for entry-level jobs in the automotive fields.

CCOC encourages and promotes non-traditional training for females and males.

Automotive YES Internships- A Manufactures' Technician Training Program

The CCOC Transportation Program is a nationally recognized manufacturer-supported program. Qualifying students are eligible to participate in worksite-based learning opportunities at independent repair shops and General Motors, Toyota, VW, DaimlerChrysler, and Honda new car dealerships. These training partnerships are designed to enable students to continue at a community college program along with dealership employment. The CCOC Transportation Program is a nationally recognized manufacturer-supported program.