Ford Motor ASSET

Courses

FORD1110: Technology for Technicians

Credits 3
This course is an introduction to the computer technology skills required of automotive technicians. Areas of instruction include basic computer operations, the installation and use of software, navigation of Windows and related applications, the use of electronic service information, programming diagnostic devices, and the reprogramming of vehicle on-board computers. Also included is instruction in the sending and receiving of electronic mail (e-mail), and basic Internet applications.

FORD1115: Automotive Fundamentals

Credits 4
This course is an introduction to the servicing of Ford Motor Company vehicles. Areas of instruction include the selection and use of Ford service publications, the interpretation of VIN Codes, body styles and car lines, repair order processing, the safe and correct use of hand tools, and precision measuring instruments and equipment. Specific on-vehicle instruction for pre-delivery operations, campaign procedures, basic service operations for wind noise and water leaks, and engine cooling and lubrication systems are also covered. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies. Meets ten hours per week.

FORD1120: Electronics I

Credits 4
This is the first of two courses providing instruction on the electrical and electronic systems used on Ford Motor Company cars and light trucks sold in North America. Areas of instruction include safety, electrical and electronic fundamentals, analog and digital test equipment, basic circuit diagnosis, interpretation and use of schematics and service manuals, and component operation. Also included are general electrical system diagnosis and repair along with focused diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of the battery, starting, and charging systems. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies. Meets ten hours per week.

FORD1130: Brake Systems

Credits 4
This course covers the operating principles, service, and troubleshooting procedures of Ford Motor Company's brake systems. Areas of instruction include safety and the operational principles, repair, maintenance, and diagnostic procedures for wheel bearings, brake hydraulics, drum brakes, disc brakes, power assist, traction assist, and anti-lock brake systems. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD1140: Diesel Engine Operations

Credits 4
The design, operation, maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of diesel engines used in Ford Motor Company vehicles are covered in this course. The instruction provided in this course focuses on diesel engine systems that influence engine performance and drivability. Areas of instruction include the diagnosis and repair of base engine systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, induction systems, and diesel electronic engine control systems. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD1220: Electronics II

Credits 4
This is the second of two courses providing instruction on the electrical and electronic systems used on Ford Motor Company vehicles. This course focuses primarily on automotive electronics and microcomputer-based systems. Areas of instruction include safety, multiplexing related diagnosis and repair, microprocessor operation, sensors, actuators, electronic automotive systems and various electrical accessory systems not covered in Electronics I. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD1230: Electronics III

Credits 4
This course provides instruction on the electrical and electronic systems used on Ford Motor Company vehicles. The course focuses primarily on automotive electronics and microcomputer-based systems. Areas of instruction include body control and communication systems, Ford SYNC System, entertainment systems, Ford supplemental restraint systems, Ford security systems, accident avoidance systems, and parking assistance systems.

FORD2110: Cooperative Work Experience I

Credits 4
This course is a continuation of FM 114 and FM 124 and includes work experience in a cooperating Ford-Lincoln-Mercury dealership. Student will work as a trainee under the supervision of an experienced Ford automotive technician. Open to Ford ASSET students only. A minimum of twenty hours of work per week are required.

FORD2115: Noise, Vibration, Harshness

Credits 1
This course is designed to develop a systematic approach to diagnosing and correcting noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) concerns. Instruction will focus on the use of the Electronic Vibration Analyzer (EVA), the Reed Tachometer, and the Chassis Ears. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD2125: Engine Repair

Credits 4
This course will cover the fundamentals of automotive engine operation, the service, and repair of Ford Motor Company's automotive engines, and the diagnosis and overhaul procedures related to these engines. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD2135: Manual Drive Train and Axles

Credits 4
This course will cover the operation, service, and repair of Ford Motor CompanyÂżs manual drive train and axle systems. Areas of instruction include the diagnosis and overhaul of Ford clutch systems, manual transmissions, manual transaxles, front wheel drive axle shafts and CV joints, rear wheel drive universal joints and drive shafts, and rear axles and four wheel drive units. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD2145: Heating and Air Conditioning

Credits 4
This course will cover the operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of Ford Motor Company's heating and air conditioning systems. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD2155: Auto Transmissions/Transaxles

Credits 4
This course will cover the operation, service, and repair of Ford Motor CompanyÂżs automatic transmissions and transaxles. Also covered will be the diagnosis and overhaul of electronic controlled automatic transmissions and transaxles. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD2165: Engine Perform Op/Diagnosis

Credits 4
This is a comprehensive course covering the systems and factors affecting engine performance and drivability. Areas of instruction include related safety, the influence of engine design on performance and emissions, advanced ignition systems diagnosis, advanced Electronic Engine Control (EEC), drivability diagnosis, exhaust emission controls, and Ford fuel injection system service, repair, and scan diagnostics.

FORD2175: Suspension/Steering Systems

Credits 4
This course covers the operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of Ford Motor Company's suspension and steering systems. Areas of instruction include front and rear suspension, wheel, tires, steering, and associated hydraulic and electronic management systems. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD2185: Advanced Driveability & Diag

Credits 4
This course is designed to develop and apply vehicle driveability related diagnostic skills, concentrating on both gasoline and diesel engine systems. The diagnostic strategies used will include the interpretation of recorded data. In addition, this course covers emission system inspection and emission system efficiency testing procedures. In this course students will use appropriate equipment to diagnose vehicles with multiple faults, intermittent concerns, and no-code concerns related to base engine, electronic engine control, ignition, emission, fuel, and air inlet systems. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies.

FORD2210: Cooperative Work Experience II

Credits 4
This course is a continuation of FM 124A and FM 124B and includes work experience in a cooperating Ford-Lincoln-Mercury dealership is required. Student will work as a trainee under the supervision of an experienced Ford automotive technician. Open to Ford ASSET students only. A minimum of twenty hours of work per week are required.

FORD2310: Coop Work Experience III

Credits 4
This course is a continuation of FM 124C and FM 214A and includes work experience in a cooperating Ford-Lincoln-Mercury dealership. Student will work as a trainee under the supervision of an experienced Ford automotive technician. Open to Ford ASSET students only. A minimum of twenty hours of work per week are required.

FORD2410: Cooperative Work Experience IV

Credits 4
This course is a continuation of FM 211, FM 212, FM 214, and FM 224 and includes work experience in a cooperating Ford-Lincoln-Mercury dealership. Student will work as a trainee under the supervision of an experienced Ford automotive technician. Each student must be officially accepted into the Ford ASSET program according to Ford and NMJC entrance requirement policies. A minimum of twenty hours of work per week are required.