This course is designed to develop the basic concepts needed for the General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program. This unit covers basic automotive safety and procedures in the shop. Different types and uses of fasteners, including thread repair, will be covered. The proper procedures for writing repair orders and parts requisitions will be covered. The use of General Motors service bulletins, as well as service and repair manuals, will be examined in detail, including wiring schematics. Instruction and GM certification in the General Motors Specialized Electronics Training program (GM-SET) is also a part of this unit.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student is expected to spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class, take an active role in class discussions and assume a self-directed approach to lab work. Students will wear their uniforms to school and are expected to have their own

This course begins by examining batteries, charging systems and starting systems used by General Motors. Proper testing methods utilizing various types of equipment will be stressed, followed by unit repair procedures. All General Motors' ignition systems and emission controls will be examined. The fundamentals of GM engine computer systems and related sensors will be addressed. Diagnosis, adjustments and repair of component parts will be covered. An introduction to oscilloscopes and four-gas analysis will also be covered.

Prerequisites: ASEP1101. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student is expected to spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class, take an active role in class discussions and assume a self-directed approach to lab work. Students will wear their uniforms to school and are expected to have their own

This course will cover General Motors engine control systems. Included will be a thorough examination of automotive microprocessors, sensor and actuator operation, DIS ignitions, TBI, PFI and other GM fuel systems. The proper use of service manual diagnostic information and trouble charts will be covered. The use of scan tools including TECH 1, TECH 2 and GM-PC for diagnosis will be covered in detail. This unit includes a continuation of scope and infrared operating and diagnosis.

Prerequisites: ASEP1101 and ASEP1102; or instructor approval. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This course will cover General Motors body electrical systems. A study of the theory, diagnosis, and repair of electric windows, door locks, power seats, mirrors, electronic and conventional instrumentation, windshield wipers, cruise controls, theft deterrent systems and microprocessor-controlled body electronics is included. The automatic and electronic climate control systems will be addressed in this unit. The Supplemental Inflatable Restraint system (SIR) and its various applications and functions will also be examined.

Prerequisites: ASEP1101, ASEP1102, ASEP1103; or instructor approval. Offered: Summer

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This course is a study of the theory, operation, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of General Motors heating and air conditioning systems. The basic refrigerant cycle will be addressed, as well as system components and controls used by GM. Emphasis will be on GM CCOT and VDOT systems. Included will be an examination of manual controls used in conjunction with GM heating and air conditioning systems. Reclaiming and recycling of R-12 and R-134A and retrofitting will also be covered in this unit.

Prerequisites: ASEP1101. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student is expected to spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class, take an active role in class discussions and assume a self-directed approach to lab work. Students will wear their uniforms to school and are expected to have their own

This course covers theory and practice of servicing brake systems on General Motor's cars. Included will be disc/drum brakes, power brakes, diagonal split, anti-lock brakes, and four-wheel disc brakes.

Prerequisites: ASEP1101. Offered: Summer

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This is on-the-job training at a GM dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college's ASEP staff and ASEP coordinator at the dealership.

Prerequisites: Enrollment in GM ASEP and successful completion of the previous semester. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  0.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  8.00  other.

This is on-the-job training at a GM dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college's ASEP staff and ASEP coordinator at the dealership.

Prerequisites: Enrollment in GM ASEP and successful completion of the previous semester. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  0.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  8.00  other.

This is on-the-job training at a GM dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college's ASEP staff and ASEP coordinator at the dealership.

Prerequisites: Enrollment in GM ASEP and successful completion of the previous semester. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  0.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  8.00  other.

This is on-the-job training at a GM dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college's ASEP staff and ASEP coordinator at the dealership.

Prerequisites: Enrollment in GM ASEP and successful completion of the previous semester. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  0.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  8.00  other.

This course provides the student with additional electronic fuel and body systems diagnosis and repair procedures. The most current factory diagnostic procedures will be stressed. Emphasis will be on GM-PC, TECH 1, and TECH 2, as well as additional lab scope and infrared analysis. Also, any new products or systems introduced on GM vehicles that have not been previously covered will be addressed.

Prerequisites: ASEP1101, ASEP1102, ASEP1103, and ASEP1104. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  0.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student is expected to spend at least 3 hours per week preparing for class, take an active role in class discussions and assume a self-directed approach to lab work. Students will wear their uniforms to school and are expected to have their own

This course covers the principles of operation, removal, reconditioning, installation and adjustments of GM steering and suspension systems. It includes comprehensive training on power/manual steering gears, power/manual rack and pinion systems, suspension repairs, wheel alignment, wheel balance and vibration diagnosis.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This course covers the removal, disassembly, operation, reconditioning, assembly, installation and diagnosis of General Motors automatic transaxles and transmission.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Spring

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This course covers the operation, diagnosis, removal, assembly, reconditioning and installation of General Motors gas engines. Oil and coolant leak diagnosis and repair will also be covered.

Prerequisites: ASEP1102. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This course covers the disassembly, operation, reconditioning, assembly and adjustments of General Motors front and rear axles, driveaxles and driveshafts.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall

Credit Breakout:  1.00  lecture,   2.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This is on-the-job training at a GM dealership. The dealer provides coordinated work experience in accordance with the program schedule. Work experience is supervised by the college's ASEP staff and ASEP coordinator at the dealership.

Prerequisites: Enrollment in GM ASEP and successful completion of the previous semester. Offered: Summer

Credit Breakout:  0.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  5.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student is expected to bring their toolbox to theirsponsoring G.M. Dealer, wear their uniforms, and provide theirsponsoring dealer with responsible and productive employment asoutlined in the performance objectives. The student will also fillout

This course emphasizes the process of writing expository and persuasive essays using effective writing skills and a variety of research techniques. Also included in the course content are critical reading and logical reasoning.

Prerequisites: Meet qualifying scores on ACCUPLACER test OR successfully complete ENGL0130 OR receive instructor's approval. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This online-enhanced course covers the basics of using Personal Computers (PC's) and the Microsoft Office Professional suite of programs, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint to create documents, spreadsheets, databases and presentations. Students will also be introduced to the Internet, e-mail and the history of computers. This course meets the Dakota County Technical College's computer literacy requirement.

Prerequisites: Recommend a typing speed of 25 words per minute is recommended but not required or COML0900. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer **Articulated**

Credit Breakout:  2.00  lecture,   1.00  lab,  0.00  other.

This course focuses on the practical and theoretical concepts of human communications and the styles used in personal, social and professional environments. Students will also acquire skills in critical thinking, perception, listening, verbal and non-verbal expressions and conflict resolution.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course is designed to assist students to improve their cognitive and affective skills in order to achieve academic success. The topics included in the course are time management, note taking, test taking, using print and electronic resources, responsibility, motivation and attitude. This course meets the requirements for MnTC goal 2 - Critical Thinking.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  2.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course emphasizes the fundamental concepts in ecology as they pertain to the impact of humans on the environment. It addresses such issues as the stresses placed on the biosphere by the exploitation of natural resources and energy, the creation of pollution and the disposal of waste.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This course embodies a survey of human relationships. This course will examine and explore both the practical side and the sociological side of human relationships. Topics include dealing with love, conflict, sexuality, parenting, relationship violence and gender roles. The focus of the course is to expose students to the cultural diversity of marriage and the family. To give students a fundamental understanding of the sociological perspective on this topic and apply a theoretical/historical perspective.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week preparing for class. Attendance is critical in this class.

This general psychology course is an introduction and overview of the scientific study of behavior and experience. It includes topics like perception, learning, human development, intelligence, motivation, psychological disorders, social perception and group behavior.

Prerequisites: None. Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer

Credit Breakout:  3.00  lecture,   0.00  lab,  0.00  other.

Student Expectations:Each student will spend at least 6 hours per week in class preparation. Attendance is critical to learner success.