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As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
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Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
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AUMT-1307-001 Automotive Electrical Systems
An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory, testing, diagnosis, and repair of charging and starting systems, and electrical accessories. Emphasis on electrical principles, schematic diagrams, and service publications. May be taught manufacturer specific.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)
Hybrid
CDX Preferred ACCESS Online - 2 Years & FAT 2e Textbook
BUNDLE ISBN#-13: 978-12-841-7182-2
CDX Preferred ACCESS Online (NO TEXTBOOK) - 2 Years
ISBN#-13: 978-12-841-7091-7
This list will be required for all AUMT and DEMR classes
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Optional |
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Adjustable Wrenches - 6" and 12" |
Chisel Set |
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Allen Wrench Set - Standard (.050" - 3/8") |
Crowfoot Wrench Set - Metric |
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Allen Wrench Set - Metric (2mm - 7mm) |
Crowfoot Wrench Set - Standard |
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Combination Wrenches: Standard (1/4" - 1") |
Hack Saw and blades |
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Combination Wrenches: Metric (7mm - 19mm) |
Drill- 3/8" and 1/2" variable speed, reversible |
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16 oz. Ball Peen |
Brass Soft Faced |
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Dead Blow |
Rubber Mallet |
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Mallet Plastic Tip Sledge 2lb |
Impact Wrenches - 3/8" and 1/2" |
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Flare Nut (tubing) Wrenches: Standard 3/8" - 3/4" |
Hose Clamp Pliers |
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Flare Nut (tubing) Wrenches: Metric 10mm - 17mm |
Locking Jaw Needle Nose |
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Penlight |
Punch Set |
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Inspection Mirror |
External Set: E-4, E-5, E-6, E-8, E-10, E-12, E-14, E16 Torx® |
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Pickup Tool - magnetic and claw type |
Tamper Proof Set: T8, T10, T15, T20, T27, T30, T40, T45, T50, T55 |
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Plier Combinations 8” |
Screw Extractor Set |
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Side Cutters 6” |
⅜ Drive Universal Joint |
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Slip Joint (Water Pump) 8” |
1/4 Drive Universal Joint |
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Needle Nose Pliers 8” |
1/2Drive Universal Joint |
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Wire Strippers and Crimpers 16-22AWG |
Impact Sockets ⅜ drive: 3/8" - 3/4" shallow 3/8" - 3/4" deep |
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Snap Ring Plier Set - internal and external |
Impact Sockets ⅜ drive: 10mm-19mm shallow 10mm-19mm deep |
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Screwdriver - Blade Type: Stubby 6", 9", 12" |
1/2" Drive: Impact Sockets Standard 7/16" - 1 1/8" Shallow Impact Sockets Standard 7/16" - 1 1/8" Deep |
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Screwdrivers - Phillips: Stubby #1, #2 6" #1, #2 12" #3 |
1/2" Drive: Impact Sockets 12mm - 32mm Shallow Impact Sockets 12mm - 32mm Deep |
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Torx® Set: T-8, T-10, T-15, T-20, T-25, T-27, T-30, T-40, T-50, T-55 Torx® |
Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type: 3/8" Drive in. lb. (30 - 250) |
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Standard Socket Set - 1/4" Drive: 1/4" - 1/2" shallow 1/4" - 1/2" Deep |
Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type: 3/8" Drive ft. lb. (5 - 75) |
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Metric Socket Set - 1/4" Drive: 6mm - 12mm shallow 6mm - 12mm Deep |
Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type: 1/2" Drive ft. lb. (50 - 250) |
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¼ drive: 3", 6" Extensions |
Files - for steel and aluminum |
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¼ drive: Ratchet |
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Socket Set - 3/8" Drive: 5/16" - 3/4" Shallow 3/8" - 3/4" Deep |
Automotive Air Conditioning Gauge set |
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Socket Set - 3/8" Drive: 9mm - 19mm Shallow 9mm - 19mm Deep |
A/C probe type thermometer |
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3/8" Drive: 3", 6", 12", 18" Extensions |
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3/8" Drive: Ratchet |
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Socket Set - 1/2" Drive: 7/16" - 1 1/8"Shallow 7/16" - 1 1/8" Deep |
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Socket Set - 1/2" Drive: 10mm - 25mm Shallow 10mm - 25mm Deep |
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1/2" Drive: 5", 10" Extensions |
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1/2" Drive: Ratchet |
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Vernier Caliper (Dial or Digital) |
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Tape Measure |
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Pry Bar Set |
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Safety Glasses |
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Blowgun |
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Gasket scraper |
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Thickness Gauge Set |
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Automotive Digital Multimeter |
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Lockable Roll around Toolbox or Tool cart |
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Closed Toe, Non-slip work shoes or boots |
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AC Automotive or Diesel Logo Shirt |
Amarillo College shirts are required to be worn each day of class.
Long pants and non-slip shoes are required.
WECM End-of-Course- Outcomes: Utilize safety procedures; define basic electrical principles; interpret wiring schematics and symbols; explain operation of batteries, starting/charging systems, and automotive circuits; use test equipment; and perform basic electrical repairs.
ASE TASK LIST
General: Electrical System Diagnosis
Battery Diagnosis and Service
Starting System Diagnosis and Repair
Charging System Diagnosis and Repair
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Students are required to comply with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct. The Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct will be posted on the bulletin board in the Transportation Career Center and the Academic Classroom Center and will be explained in detail by the Instructor on the first day of class.
You are expected to attend all class meetings on time and stay for the whole class. Points will be deducted from your attendance and participation for not complying.
Three tardies ( more than ten minutes after the start of class or leaving before class is concluded) equal an absence.
Ten points will be deducted from your final grade for each absence.
Some information presented may be manufacturer specific.
You MUST get your Instructor's permission to bring a vehicle into the shop. If you do not, you WILL be asked to leave the shop.
Vehicles are not to remain "overnight". Any work performed MUST be completed by the end of class. Verify you have ALL parts and supplies needed to complete any maintenance or repair. If unsure, ask your instructor prior to work being started.
All vehicles brought into the shop MUST have a repair order filled out and placed on the windshield.
Honk your horn prior to entering and leaving the shop.
Have a window down and keys outside of the vehicle to prevent being locked out.
September 2 – Labor Day Holiday (College Closed)
September 6 – General Assembly (No Class)
October 21-27 – Fall Break (Faculty and Students)
November 28-December 1 – Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed)
December 16-20 – Final Exams
December 20 – Commencement (7:00 pm)
01/13/21 12:40 PM
01/18/21 9:29 AM