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The Northwest MS Community College Chrysler CAP Program is an associate degree automotive training program designed to upgrade the technical and professional level of the entry-level Chrysler dealership technician. This program includes classroom lecture and laboratory sessions on late model Chrysler vehicles and components as well as work experience through four school semesters. Each specialized subject is covered within the classroom and laboratory at the college and is followed by related work experience in the dealership. The student is required to complete two summer internships at the sponsoring dealership.

Each student must have a sponsoring Chrysler dealer. The main responsibility of the dealer is to provide paid work experience for the student in an area of automotive service related to his/her semester studies.

The applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must meet the NWCC/CAP admission requirements. The sponsoring dealer, with assistance for college personnel, will select the students.

All tuition, fees, and textbook cost are the responsibility of the student. Scholarships may be available for qualified students. Students must furnish their own tools.

Chrysler Apprenticeship Program Brochure (Acrobat required)

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First Semester	Semester Hours
ATC 1124 Basic Electrical/Electronic Systems	4
ATC 1213 Brakes	3
ATC 1314 Manual Drive Trains/Transaxles	4
ENG 1113 English Comp I	3
Math/Natural Science Elective	3
ATT 1811, Intro. to Safety & Emp.	1

Semester Total 18

Second Semester
ATT 1134 Advanced Electrical/Electronic Systems	4
ATT 1424 Engine Performance I	4
ATT 1715 Engine Repair	5
SPT 1113 Public Speaking I	3
WBL Chrysler Dealer Internship	3

Semester Total 19

Summer Break
Chrysler Dealer Internship

Third Semester
ATT 2434 Engine Performance II	4
ATT 2614 Heating and Air Conditioning	4
ATT 2325 Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles	5
Basic Computer Skills Elective	3
WBL Chrysler Dealer Internship	3

Semester Total 19

Fourth Semester
ATC 2444 Engine Performance III	4
ATC 2334 Steering and Suspension Systems	4
Social/Behavioral Science Elective	3
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective	3

*Semester Total 14*
Program Total - 70 Semester Hours
Notes: Semester 1 and 4 will include approximately 8 weeks at NWCC followed by approx. 8 weeks at a Chrysler Corporation Dealership, and conclude with approx. 2 weeks at NWCC for review and exams. The summer term between Semester 2 and 3 will include approximately 12 weeks of Dealer internship. The suggested course sequence is shown. Limited modifications may be allowed to accommodate individual needs.
Course Descriptions ATT 1124. BASIC ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (4 hours credit) Acourse designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to all components of thevehicle electrical system including lights, battery, and charging components. Two hourslecture, four hours lab. ATT 1134. ADVANCED ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (4 hours credit)A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to all components of the vehi-cle electrical system including gauges, driver information systems, horn, wiper/wiper sys-tems, and accessories. Two hours lecture, four hours lab. ATT 1213. BRAKES (3 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skills and knowl-edge related to the repair and maintenance of brake systems on automobiles. Includesinstruction and practice in diagnosis of braking systems problems and the repair of brakesystems. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. ATT 1314. MANUAL DRIVE TRAINS/TRANSAXLES (4 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the maintenance and repair ofmanual transmissions, transaxles, and drive train components. Includes instruction inthe diagnosis of drive train problems and the repair and maintenance of transmissions,transaxles, clutches, CV joints, differentials and other components. Two hours lecture,four hours lab. ATT 1424. ENGINE PERFORMANCE I (4 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the maintenance and adjustment of gasoline engines for optimum performance. Includes instruction in the diagnosis and correction ofproblems associated with these areas. Two hours lecture, four hours lab. ATT 1715. ENGINE REPAIR (5 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skillsand knowledge related to the repair and rebuilding of automotive engines. Includes instruction and practice in the diagnosis and repair of engine components including valvetrains, blocks, pistons and connecting rods, crankshafts, and oil pumps. Two hours lecture, six hours lab. ATT 1811. INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS (1 hour credit) A course designed to provide knowledge of classroom and lab policies and procedures. Includes instruction in safety practices and procedures associated withthe automotive program and automotive industry. One hour lecture. ATT 2325. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS/TRANSAXLES (5 hours credit) A course to provide skills and knowledge related to the diagnosis of automatic transmissions and transaxles. Includes instruction and practice in testing, inspecting and repair of these devices. Two hours lecture, six hours lab. ATT 2334. STEERING AND SUSPENSION SYSTEMS (4 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the inspection and repair of steering and suspension systems of automobiles. Includes instruction and practice in the diagnosis of steering system problems and the repair/replacement of steering components.Two hours lecture, four hours lab. ATT 2343. ENGINE PERFORMANCE II (4 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the ignition system, fuel, air induction and exhaust systems. Includes instruction in the diagnosis and correction of problems associated within these areas. Two hours lecture, four hours lab. ATT 2444. ENGINE PERFORMANCE III (4 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the emissions control systems and engine related service. Includes instruction in the diagnosis and correction of problems associated within these areas. Two hours lecture, four hours lab. ATT 2445. ENGINE PERFORMANCE III (5 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the emissions control systems and engine related service. Includes instruction in the diagnosis and correction of problems associated within these areas. Two hours lecture, six hours lab. ATT 2614. HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (4 hours credit) A course to provide advanced skills and knowledge associated with the maintenance and repair of automotive heating and air conditioning systems. Includes instruction and practice in the diagnosis and repair of heating and air conditioning system components and control systems. Two hours lecture, four hours lab. ATT 2913. SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (3 hours credit) A course to provide students with an opportunity to utilize skills and knowledge gained in other Automotive Technology courses. The instructor and student work closely together to select a topic and establish criteria for completion of the project.Three hours lab.