AUTO 250 Automotive Capstone

This course brings together the full range of automotive skills developed throughout the program. Students will apply their knowledge in a project-based environment that includes both individual tasks and collaborative team assignments.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Pre- or corequisite: AUTO 203, AUTO 220, and MECH 150

Hours Weekly

1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab

Course Objectives

1. Diagnose and repair complex automotive system faults using manufacturer service information, scan tools, lab scopes, and digital multimeters.
2. Apply mid-level ASE competencies in comprehensive, real-world environment
3. Perform advanced drivability diagnostics involving integrated electronic and mechanical systems.
4. Evaluate hybrid and electric vehicle systems using high-voltage safety and diagnostic procedures.
5. Interpret vehicle data streams and technical service bulletins to verify and confirm root causes of customer complaints.
6. Develop and execute a complete repair plan, including parts sourcing, labor estimates, and customer communication.
7. Demonstrate proper shop safety, tool usage, and adherence to environmental and hazardous materials regulations.
8. Exhibit professional ethics, teamwork, and accountability in a simulated or live work environment.
9. Document all repair procedures using industry-standard repair orders and digital work management systems.
10. Demonstrate readiness for ASE certification exams and entry-level employment in the automotive industry.
11. Complete a capstone project involving diagnosis, repair, and presentation of findings to peers and faculty.
12. Compile a professional portfolio including ASE Student Certification results, resumes, and evidence of technical competency.

Course Objectives

1. Diagnose and repair complex automotive system faults using manufacturer service information, scan tools, lab scopes, and digital multimeters.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

2. Apply mid-level ASE competencies in comprehensive, real-world environment

   This objective is a course Goal Only

3. Perform advanced drivability diagnostics involving integrated electronic and mechanical systems.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

4. Evaluate hybrid and electric vehicle systems using high-voltage safety and diagnostic procedures.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

5. Interpret vehicle data streams and technical service bulletins to verify and confirm root causes of customer complaints.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

6. Develop and execute a complete repair plan, including parts sourcing, labor estimates, and customer communication.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

7. Demonstrate proper shop safety, tool usage, and adherence to environmental and hazardous materials regulations.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

8. Exhibit professional ethics, teamwork, and accountability in a simulated or live work environment.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

9. Document all repair procedures using industry-standard repair orders and digital work management systems.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

10. Demonstrate readiness for ASE certification exams and entry-level employment in the automotive industry.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

11. Complete a capstone project involving diagnosis, repair, and presentation of findings to peers and faculty.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

12. Compile a professional portfolio including ASE Student Certification results, resumes, and evidence of technical competency.

    This objective is a course Goal Only