ATDI 134 Auto/Diesel Electrical/Electronic Systems I
4 semester credits
Lecture: 2 Hours; Lab 4 Hours
Fall and Spring Semesters
This is a course in the study of electrical/electronic fundamentals applied to automotive and commercial vehicle systems. It includes theory, design, diagnosis, and repair of wiring and circuits, batteries, alternators, and starters. The use of test instruments and electrical troubleshooting manuals currently recommended by industry will be emphasized. Ohms law and circuit analysis, as it applies to industry will also be examined. Students will fulfill computation requirements for Certificate of Applied Science and Associate of Applied Science by completing this course.
This course examines the theory and diagnosis of automotive hybrid systems and automotive diesel engines. Lab activities will be based on Toyota Hybrid systems and General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler light duty pick-up diesel engines. Students will use the latest resources and diagnostic equipment available to understand and diagnose these systems.
Prerequisites: ATDI 134, AUTO 128 and AUTO 151 Course Fee: $20.00
A course in automatic transmissions including lecture, demonstration, and student participation in disassembling and reassembling of selected transmissions for the purpose of understanding the function, construction, operation, servicing, and troubleshooting procedures.
Prerequisite: AUTO 117 or DIES 216 Course Fee: $20.00
ATDI 264 Auto/Diesel Electrical/Electronic Systems II
4 semester credits
Lecture: 2 Hours; Lab: 4 Hours
Fall and Spring Semesters
This course is a continuation of the study of electrical/electronic systems in use on current automotive and heavy equipment. The course will study industry recommended diagnostic and repair procedures, charging and cranking systems, ignition systems, power accessories, and an introduction to microprocessor-based engine, powertrains, and brake/suspension control systems. Students will fulfill communication requirements for Certificate of Applied Science and Associate of Applied Science by completing the course.
An introductory course designed to assist the novice automotive technician in adjusting to the demands of an automotive service facility. This course will expose the student to the flat rate method of shop pay. Students will also develop a portfolio which showcases the student’s technical expertise and human relation skills for obtaining cooperative education and full-time employment. This course meets the human relation component of related instruction for Certificates of Applied Science and Associate of Applied Science degrees. Students will fulfill human relations requirements for the Automotive Certificate of Applied Science and Associate of Applied Science by completing this course.
This course examines automotive manual power trains. It includes the construction, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of manual transmissions and transaxles, transfer cases, rear axles, drive shafts, and clutches. Driveline angles and Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH) will be discussed. Lab application of service procedures is included.
This course examines automotive braking systems, including hydraulic and friction theory. The construction, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of disc, drum and antilock braking systems are studied. Use of off-the-car and on-the-car-brake lathes are included in lab. Lab application of service procedures is included.
This course examines automotive suspension and steering systems. The theory of operation, construction, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of steering and suspension systems is examined. Alignment procedures, wheel balancing, steering, suspension, headlight aiming, and structural damage diagnosis will be discussed. Lab application of service procedures is included.
This course is an overview of the design, operation, diagnosis, and service procedures of modern automotive engines. Students participate in the disassembly and the reassembly of engines. Students will participate in the removal and installation of engines in school vehicles. Service and Technical engine data are presented to prepare the students for practical experience in engine service and repair.
This course examines the theory and diagnosis of gasoline engines and related systems. These systems include engine mechanical testing, ignition systems, fuel delivery, emission control systems and an introduction to computerized fuel injection systems. Students will use the latest diagnostic equipment available to test and diagnose these systems during the lab.
Students will prepare for ASE tests in Engine Repair (A1), Brakes (A5), Suspension and Steering (A4) and Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3). At the conclusion of this class students will take their ASE certification tests.
Prerequisites: AUTO 117, AUTO 119, AUTO 120, AUTO 128, AUTO 151 Course Fee: $136.00
Students will prepare for ASE tests in Automatic Transmission/ Transaxle (A2), Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6), Heating and Air conditioning (A7) and Engine performance (A8). At the conclusion of this class students will take their ASE certification tests.
This course examines the theory and diagnosis of computerized gasoline fuel injected engines. Students will work with the latest diagnostic equipment to test and repair computerized engine control systems on Toyota, Ford, General Motors and Chrysler Vehicles.
Prerequisite: AUTO 128, AUTO 151, and ATDI 134 Course Fee: $20.00
AUTO 298 Cooperative Education (Old Course: AUTO 279)
Variable: 1 through 12 semester credits
A planned and supervised work-learning experience in industry, business, government, or community service agencies related to the University program of study. Prerequisites: Two semesters of attendance at Montana State University-Northern, approval of advisor, Dean of the College of Technical Sciences, and cooperative education coordinator.
This course is intended to meet the needs of Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) students and Certificate of Applied Science (C.A.S.) students who do not plan to transfer to other degree programs or institutions, Elementary Technical Writing is designed to introduce students to common forms of work related writing, such as memoranda, letters, reports, and proposals.
Students Please Note: This course may be used to satisfy degree and graduation requirements in Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees and Certificate of Applied Science (C.A.S.) degrees; however, it cannot be used to satisfy any degree or graduation requirement for an Associate of Science, an Associate of Arts, a Bachelor of Arts, or a Bachelor of Science degree.
M 111 Technical Mathematics (Old Course: MAAS 106)
3 semester credits
This course is intended for AAS-degree students enrolled in vocational programs who are not planning to transfer to other degree programs or institutions. This course is a basic mathematics course for developing mathematics skills through introductory algebra as they relate to technical programs. This course includes measurement systems, use of measuring tools, as well as development of area and volume concepts with respect to technical applications.
STUDENTS PLEASE NOTE: This course may be used to satisfy degree and graduation requirements in Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees. It can also be used as ‘free’ or ‘elective’ credits in a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) degree; but it cannot be used to satisfy any other requirements for a B.A.S. degree. It cannot be used to satisfy any degree or graduation requirements for an associate of science, an associate of arts, a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree.
This course surveys a wide variety of topics including: properties and theorems of the real and complex number systems, the function concept including inverse functions, graphing techniques, linear, quadratic, polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions, solving systems of equations in two or more variables using matrices, determinants, and matrix algebra. The development of problemsolving skills is emphasized.
Prerequisite: M 095 Meets MSU-Northern General Education Core Mathematics (CAT II) requirement. Montana University System Core Course
M 145 Math for the Liberal Arts (Old Course: MATH 110)
4 semester credits
This course surveys a wide variety of topics including sets and logic, mathematical patterns, number systems, number theory, algebra, geometry, probability and statistics. The development of problemsolving skills is emphasized.
Prerequisite: M 111 or M 095, or ACT scores 20 - 22, or university placement examination Meets MSU-Northern General Education Core Mathematics (CAT II) requirement. Montana University System Core Course
A study and utilization of the principles and techniques of oral communication. Problems of research, preparation, content, organization, argument, and delivery are examined.
Meets MSU-Northern General Education Core Communication (CAT I) requirement. Montana University System Core Course
Students enrolled in the T-Ten Program will complete the requirements listed above for the Associate of Applied Science degree. In addition, sixteen weeks or 640 hours of cooperative education experience in a Toyota dealership is required. Further information is available upon request—please see your advisor.
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Course Fee: $20.00
Prerequisites: ATDI 134, AUTO 128 and AUTO 151
Meets MSU-Northern General Education Core Mathematics (CAT II) requirement. 
Montana University System Core Course 
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