AUMT 1201-321 Introduction and Theory of Automotive Technology - Course Syllabus

Oct 2, 2026

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Course syllabus for AUMT 1201-321 “Introduction and Theory of Automotive Technology,” scheduled for Fall 2026 and taught by Mr. Gary Ufford at South Plains College. Defines course description covering automotive history, safety practices, shop tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, fasteners, professional responsibilities, and maintenance. Lists course goals and competencies, grading scale (A/B/C/F), academic integrity expectations, SCANS/Foundation skills, workplace competency verification, attendance policy, and required materials including Ford training website, notebook, pencil, and a jump drive.

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Reading Time25 min

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I. GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION

A. Course Description

B. Course Goals/Objectives

C. Course Competencies

D. Academic Integrity

E. SCANS and Foundation Skills

F. Verification of Workplace Competencies-Technical Education Division

II. SPECIFIC COURSE/INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS

A. Textbook and Other Required Materials

B. Attendance Policy

COURSE SYLLABUS Course Title: AUMT 1201-321 Introduction and Theory of Automotive Technology (2:2:0) Semester/Year: Fall 2026 Instructor: Mr. Gary Ufford Office/Location: 3907 Ave. Q. Lubbock Center, Lubbock, TX. 79412 Room136B Phone/ E-mail: 716-4911; [gufford@southplainscollege.edu](gufford@southplainscollege.edu)[ ](gufford@southplainscollege.edu)[Office Hours:](Office Hours: Check posted hours after classes begin or by appointment)[ Check posted hours after classes begin or by appointment](Office Hours: Check posted hours after classes begin or by appointment) SOUTH PLAINS COLLEGE IMPROVES EACH STUDENTS LIFE For Intellectual Exchange, Disabilities, Non-Discrimination, Title IX Pregnancy Accommodations, CARE (Campus Assessment, Response, and Evaluation) Team, and Campus Concealed Carry, click here: Syllabus Statements ([southplainscollege.edu](southplainscollege.edu)) I. GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION A. Course Description: (2:2:0)This course is introduction to the automobile industry, including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, fasteners, professional responsibilities, and automobile maintenance. B. Course Goals/Objectives: The student will explain the history of the automobile and career possibilities of the automobile industry; explain safe professional and responsible work practices; identify and explain proper use of shop tools and equipment; explain functions of vehicle subsystems and explain the use of service publications; identify the various automobile fasteners used in industry; and explain automotive maintenance. C. Course Competencies: A = 100-90 B = 89-80 C = 79-70 F = 69 or below. This course is a prerequisite to AUMT 2166, and AUMT 2366 Practicum courses. A “B” or higher is required in order to be eligible to enroll in any Practicum course. D. Academic Integrity: It is the aim of the faculty of South Plains College to foster a spirit of complete honesty and a high standard of integrity. The attempt of any student to present as his own, any work which he has not honestly performed, is regarded by the faculty and administration as a most serious offense and renders the offender liable to serious consequences, possibly suspension. For further information concerning Cheating and Plagiarism, read the section on Academic Integrity in the SPC General Catalog. If you have a question as to whether you may work with other students on any assignment, ask your instructor. On some assignments, working with others is encouraged. E. SCANS and Foundation Skills: Specific SCANS competencies and foundation skills applicable to this course are listed adjacent to each objective in the course objective table. They include: Foundation skills (F):1,2,3,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,15,16,17 . Competencies (C): 1,3,5,6,7,15,16,17,18,19,20 . A complete list of SCANS competencies and foundation skills is attached at the end of this syllabus. F. Verification of Workplace Competencies-Technical Education Division. The learning outcomes ofthis course will prepare the student to meet the competencies measured in a comprehensive elective course experience (Course \#=s AUMT 1366 , or AUMT 2366) . In addition the student will also be prepared to take the ASE Student Certification Tests. II. SPECIFIC COURSE/INSTRUCTOR REQUIREMENTS A. Textbook and Other Required Materials • Ford Training Website is required for this class. See the assignment page and required Ford Class page in this syllabus for more information. • Separate notebook for classroom note taking and exercises and pencil (ALL EXERCISES DONE IN PENCIL ONLY) • 1 Jump Drive (Thumb Drive) B. B. Attendance Policy: Students are expected to attend all classes in order to be successful in a course. The student may be administratively withdrawn from the course when absences become excessive without notice , there are no excused absences. Excessive absences means 2 (two) or more absences

FAQs

What topics does AUMT 1201-321 cover?

The course covers the automobile industry and includes automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, fasteners, professional responsibilities, and automobile maintenance.

How is student performance graded in this course?

Competencies are mapped to letter ranges: A = 100–90, B = 89–80, C = 79–70, and F = 69 or below.

What are the requirements for attendance and what are the consequences of absences?

Students are expected to attend all classes. Excessive absences (2 or more) can lead to administrative withdrawal without notice, with point deductions beginning at the 3rd absence and additional deductions for subsequent absences.

Oct 2, 2026

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