Skip to main content

Official website

of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

The .gov means it's official.

Local, state, and federal government websites often end in .gov. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania government websites and email systems use "pennsylvania.gov" or "pa.gov" at the end of the address. Before sharing sensitive or personal information, make sure you're on an official state website. 

Course Search Results

  • ART 240: Medium & Large Format Phtgrphy

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course introduces the student to Medium and Large Format Photography including camera movements, the Scheimpflug principle and other techniques unique to medium and large format cameras as well studio lighting. The formal and aesthetic concerns of creating images in medium and large format will be emphasized throughout the class. Lecture, demonstration, discussion and formal critiques will augment studio work. Prerequisite:    ART 123 and ART 134
    ShareART 240 - Medium & Large Format Phtgrphy

  • ART 241: Portfolio Presentation

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is a capstone experience for students completing the photography program. Students will produce a professional portfolio and self-promotional materials. Topics include researching transfer schools, refining a body of work, selecting works for the portfolio, strategies for different portfolio delivery and presentation methods, writing artist statements, cover letters, resumes, and interviewing skills. Lecture, demonstration, discussion and formal critiques will augment studio work. NOTE: Pre-req 27 credits of ART toward Photography track AFA includes ART 237, Art faculty approval. Prerequisite:    ART 237, Completion of 27 Credit Hours of ART Courses Toward Photography Track, and Approval of Art Faculty
    ShareART 241 - Portfolio Presentation

  • ART 242: Drawing III

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    Students will explore traditional and experimental means of image making through drawing practices. A variety of materials and drawing surfaces may be used to investigate assignment objectives and individual pursuits. Students will be exposed to a range of contemporary artists and methods in an effort to expand strategies for producing artwork. The final portion of the course will be dedicated to individual ideas culminating into a cohesive body of artwork. Required art materials will be covered at the start of the semester. Prerequisite:    ART 131
    ShareART 242 - Drawing III

  • AUT 100: Introduction to Automotive Service Operation and Shop Practices

    2.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This introductory course is designed to provide the student with knowledge and skill in automotive service operations and shop practices. The student will interact with various automotive service organizations, dealerships, and independent service and repair contractors. Proper handling, parts departments, job classifications, training for a career in the automotive service and repair industry, and other automotive business related topics will be addressed. This course presents instruction in automotive terminology, use of service manuals, diagnostic equipment, use of shop tools, hand tools, and power tools in relation to shop practices and safety. Accident prevention practices, first aid tools and equipment, and personal environmental safety practices and procedures will be stressed throughout the course. In addition, an overview of the automotive engines system, its major components, delivery units, preventive maintenance, and basic mathematics will be covered. Prerequisite:    New students should complete Placement Testing prior to registration; Visiting students may submit college transcript
    ShareAUT 100 - Introduction to Automotive Service Operation and Shop Practices

  • AUT 101: Automotive Electricity and Electronics

    4.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is designed to prepare the student to work in the field of electricity and electronics as it relates to the modern day automobile. The course covers concepts in basic electricity, electrical terms, electrical circuits, and electronic systems protection. The student will be introduced to various types of batteries such as deep cycle batteries and hybrid batteries, their design, maintenance, size, selection, factors affecting the battery's life, safety procedures, testing, charging, and jump-starting. Emphasis will be placed on the ignition system, its design, components, control circuits, testing, disassembly and assembly. The course is also designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of present and future developments in sophisticated automotive electronics. In addition, indicator systems, pollution control systems and other modern automotive accessory systems will be addressed. Prerequisite:    AUT 100
    ShareAUT 101 - Automotive Electricity and Electronics

  • AUT 102: Automotive Engines

    4.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is designed to provide the student with the fundamental theory, construction, inspection, measurement, performance, and identification of the automobile's engine. Integrating theory and practical application in the lab is stressed throughout the course. The course covers topics such as preparing the engine for removal, lifting, disassembly, assembly, and inspection, as well as identifying, diagnosing, and evaluating engine parts. The student will gain skill in analyzing defects and the proper process to administer specific maintenance requirements. In addition, the student will be exposed to concepts in cylinder block reconditioning, crankshaft inspection and measurements, piston rings inspection, renewal, and installation. Prerequisite:    AUT 100
    ShareAUT 102 - Automotive Engines

  • AUT 103: Brake Systems

    4.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is designed to introduce students to the principles of hydraulic brake systems and their components. The course will emphasize how to analyze and repair domestic and foreign brake systems to include shoe, disc, hydraulic, vacuum and air brake systems. Instruction will include principles of hydraulic brake systems, its components, hydraulic system safety switches and valves, master cylinder operation, as well as inspection, machining, fitting, and adjustments of brake systems. Measurements required for brakes, rotors, brake lining, and brake-bleeding procedures will be addressed. Mathematical calculation requirements and the use of digital readout units will be covered. In addition, diagnostic testing of disc brake components and functions, two and four wheel equipped disc brakes, general caliper inspection and service, rotor inspection and service, various antilock brake systems, ABS components and systems, automatic traction control and stability will be thoroughly presented. Prerequisite:    AUT 100
    ShareAUT 103 - Brake Systems

  • AUT 114: Steering and Suspension

    4.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is designed as an introduction to tire descriptions, wheels, tire repairs, measurements, wheel run out, tires and wheels service, and wheel bearings. The course provides the student with methods of analyzing defects and the necessary preventive or corrective maintenance requirements. Tire wear patterns and remedies will be thoroughly covered. Emphasis will be placed on McPherson Strut Systems, independent suspension systems, general front suspension inspection, and repairs. Topics such as electronically controlled suspension, manual steering systems, power steering systems, electrically controlled power steering systems, and steering system diagnosis will be covered. Visual inspection, four-wheel steering systems, alignment geometry, pre-alignment inspection, wheel alignment equipment, and alignment machines will also be presented. Prerequisite:    AUT 100
    ShareAUT 114 - Steering and Suspension

  • AUT 115: Fuel I and II

    2.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course introduces the student to gasoline and diesel fuels with emphasis on fuel performance, delivery systems, pumps, and fuel lines in major domestic and foreign automotive fuel systems. The course includes carburetor design, basic carburetor circuits, and various types of carburetors. It also covers fuel injection systems, fuel lines, and fuel pumps, detailed inspection processes, and fuel tanks. The course also includes a complete diagnostic troubleshooting process, and an overall factory adjustment procedure of all major carburetor and fuel injection systems. Prerequisite:    AUT 100
    ShareAUT 115 - Fuel I and II

  • AUT 121: Engine Performance

    3.00 Credits
    Delaware County Community College

    This course is designed to provide the student with theory, design, construction, inspection, and service of the automotive engine. The purpose of the course is to review engine operation and performance, the creation of vacuum during engine operation, comparison of engine vacuum to low voltages use with vehicle engine management computer. Concepts such as computer programming, diagnosing, and troubleshooting internal circuit boards will be presented. The purpose and operation of critical sensors in fuel economy, emission control and electronic spark timing will also be presented. Catalytic converters, their purpose in controlling exhaust gas emission and the use of two or more O2 sensors will also be covered. Case studies of the vehicle engine, spark and fuel malfunctions, the use of scan tools, AC and DC test instruments, and dynamometer operation to simulate on-road conditions will be explored. Moreover, the use of OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) to determine malfunctions within the overall engine fuel and electronic management parameters will also be reviewed. Hands on skills to determine malfunctions in the operation of the modern vehicle in real life scenarios will be practiced. Prerequisite:    AUT 101, AUT 102, AUT 123, AUT 151, and AUT 152
    ShareAUT 121 - Engine Performance
(external site) (opens in a new tab)