Auto Mechanics (AUTMC) - AUTMC-100 - Safety and General Automotive Maintenance and Repair

Oct 2, 2026

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Auto Mechanics (AUTMC) courses describe an introductory-to-advanced Automotive Technology curriculum aligned with ASE/NATEF standards. AUTMC-100 establishes shop safety and accepted hazardous-material handling, OSHA-based practices, and safe tool/equipment operation, including a required safety examination before lab participation. The course then introduces foundational theory and service across eight ASE-designated automotive system areas (A1–A8). Successful completion with a C or higher is required for progression, with additional major-only prerequisites involving eligibility, driving record, and tool access.

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Course Overview

AUTMC-100 Safety and General Automotive Maintenance and Repair

ASE/NATEF Alignment and Program Prerequisites

Auto Mechanics (AUTMC) 1 AUTO MECHANICS (AUTMC) AUTMC-100 (G1) SAFETY AND GENERAL AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR 6.00 Credits (G1) Safety and General Automotive Maintenance and Repair is an introductory course required of all Automotive Technology majors. This course is the prerequisite to all other Automotive Technology courses and places emphasis on shop safety and accepted safety practices, OSHA regulations and instructions on the handling of hazardous materials related to the automotive industry. Students will also learn the safe operation and use of tools, shop equipment and vehicle hoists. Students are required to pass the Safety examination before participating in the automotive lab. Coursework then focuses on preparing students for the 8 areas of emphasis in our ASE/NATEF Master accredited program courses. Basic theory and service of these 8 automotive systems, (ASE designation A1-A8), are covered. Basic skills and accepted practice of mechanical applications, use of information systems, survey of industry related careers, laws governing the automotive service industry, and environmental impacts related to the automotive industry will be introduced. This course aligns with ASE/NATEF (G1) standards. Students will have the opportunity to certify in an Entry-Level ASEcertiﬁcation exam in Maintenance and Light Repair (G1) . Successful completion of AUTMC-100 course, with a grade of C or higher is a prerequisite for all other Automotive Technology courses offered at LCSC. For Automotive Technology Majors only, must have a clean driving record, (must beinsurable on State Insurance policy), and ability to bring or fund required tools for course. Students are required to either bring an approved starter toolkit of professional grade automotive hand tools or plan on purchasing these tools by the end of week 2. Instructors, Division Chair, Division Dean and Advising Center all have current copies of the recommended tool list and can advise on cost of initial tool investment. AUTMC-102 (A6) ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS 6.00 Credits (A6) Electrical/Electronic Systems is an ASE Master Automotive Service Technology accredited course which is a prerequisite and foundational course for all other ASE courses offered at Lewis Clark State College. It consists of theory in automotive electrical with emphasis in AC and DC currents, Ohm's law related to series and parallel circuit theory, magnetism, induction, starting and charging systems, circuit testing practices, wiring diagramsand symbols, and basic automotive electronic theory. Students will participate in labs structured to test circuits, identify circuit and component faults, and learn to perform services and repairs of typical automotive electrical problems. Students will learn the use of electrical diagnostic equipment and how to read and use electrical diagrams with service instructions and materials. Theory learned in the classroom will be applied in live lab opportunities. Students must be enrolled as an Automotive Technology Major, have a clean driving record, (insurable on State Insurance policy) . Students are required to successfully pass the (A6) Electrical/Electronic Systems ASE Entry-Level exam and earn a C or higher in this course to receive credit for program graduation. Pre-requisite/Co-requisite: AUTMC-100 with a grade of 'C' or higher. AUTMC-103 (A3) MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES 6.00 Credits This is an ASE Master Automotive Service Technology accredited course offering an in-depth study of the operation of manual transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, and four-wheel-drive systems with an emphasis on the diagnostic process that a technician would use to isolate faults. This course includes theory, diagnosis, service, and repair of clutch assemblies, hydraulic actuators, gears, evaluating bearing wear and setting bearing preload. Each student will complete a manual transmission clutch and flywheel replacement. Additionally, each student will

FAQs

What is the purpose of AUTMC-100 in the Automotive Technology program?

AUTMC-100 is an introductory course required for all Automotive Technology majors. It emphasizes shop safety and accepted safety practices and serves as a prerequisite to other Automotive Technology courses.

What safety requirements must students meet before joining the automotive lab?

Students must pass the Safety examination before participating in the automotive lab. The course covers safe operation of tools, shop equipment, and vehicle hoists, along with OSHA regulations and hazardous-material handling.

What must students do to progress after completing AUTMC-100?

Students must complete AUTMC-100 with a grade of C or higher as a prerequisite for all other Automotive Technology courses. Automotive Technology majors must also meet additional requirements, including a clean driving record and being able to bring or fund required tools.

Oct 2, 2026

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