ACC 125 - Introduction to Accounting Using QuickBooks
Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of the appropriate PCS 021,TRE 89 and TRM 90
This course introduces students to accounting concepts and theory for the preparation and analysis of financial information. Content includes financial statement fundamentals, cash, receivables, inventory, payables, long-term assets, long-term debt, stockholders’ equity, cash flow statements, internal controls, and financial statement analysis. Students will apply their knowledge of the generally accepted accounting principles to the complete accounting cycle through financial statement preparation using QuickBooks software.
Provides study and practice in the preparation of source documents, flowcharts, journal entries, adjusting entries, general ledgers, subsidiary ledgers, bank reconciliations, depreciation schedules, payroll records, financial statements and the statement of cash flow.
The study of current federal and Arizona state income tax concepts, requirements, procedures and forms. Income inclusions and exclusions, capital gains and losses, business and personal deductions, and tax accounting methods. Computerized tax software may be used.
Develops an understanding of payroll principles and the ability to perform payroll work by preparing payroll, both manually and on the computer. Covers payroll functions such as timekeeping techniques, payroll accounting records, check writing, preparation of federal and state payroll reports, insurance reports and retirement plan reports.
Course presents advanced discussion of cost accounting and provides in-depth study of additional concepts/techniques beyond scope of Managerial Accounting. Content includes application of cost concepts in manufacturing under differing costing methods, with focus on job, process, standard, variable and activity based costing, as well as short-term and long-term decision techniques with focus on cost-volume-profit analysis, incremental analysis and capital budgeting. Additional content includes inventory control, JIT, cost allocation methods and decentralization issues with transfer pricing. Assignments incorporate Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
An in-depth study of financial accounting topics, including the conceptual framework for financial reporting and financial accounting principles. Financial statement preparation and analysis, the use and calculation of compound interest, annuities and present value, cash receivables, and inventory valuations will be studied.
A continuation of ACC 225, provides an in-depth exploration of property, plant, and equipment depreciation and depletion, intangible assets, current and contingent liabilities, long-term liabilities, capital stock, additional paid-in capital, retained earnings and earnings per share calculations.
An introduction to accounting and financial reporting for governmental and not-for-profit entities. The financial operation and accounting procedures, such as fund accounting used by state and local government agencies, health care organizations, colleges and universities will be studied. Contrasts between standard for-profit accounting procedures and non-profit accounting procedures will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of the TRE 89
Introduces the student to safety techniques and shop operations as they relate to shop safety and industry standards. The student is presented safety regulations and auto collision business operations.
Identifies the basic characteristics of preparation for automotive repair. Students familiarize themselves with damage analysis, extent of damage and the sequence of repair. Focuses on removal of vehicle components and protection of panels along with storage and labeling of parts. Safety procedures and equipment use are included.
Procedures and processes used in metal finishing and metal shrinking and the use of cosmetic fillers. Emphasis is placed on the use of proper tools required to perform these tasks, including use, selection, and safety procedures for tools and equipment selected.
Introduces the use of safety procedures and equipment in auto body refinishing. Emphasizes national and state guidelines for proper disposal and handling of hazardous materials and the correct use of personal protective equipment.
Prepares the student for the inspection, cleaning and determination of the condition of spray guns and related equipment. Students learn skills for adjusting spray guns by setting-up and testing spray gun operations.
Discusses straightening techniques including tension pulls, stress relief, metal finishing, metal shrinking and use of fillers. Emphasizes the identification, handling a replacement of parts such as adjustment and alignment of bolt-on parts, fixed parts and accessories. Training covers the use of adhesives, sound deadeners and welding methods performed during repairs.
Focuses on methods of frame measurement using dimension charts and service manuals. Includes the use of self-centering gauges and mechanical and electronic measuring. Appropriate terms and definitions of vehicle structures and vehicle diagnosis are covered including identification and analysis of damage. Includes the techniques for basic hook ups and safety procedures used in making frames.
Continues the study and application of frame measurement and repair. The student applies methods found in dimension charts and service manuals for vehicle diagnosis and straightening. Training includes the replacement of a structural panel with the identification of damaged suspension components replaced according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
Provides the knowledge needed for application and use of automotive paint systems. Course includes locating color codes, mixing formulas, matching and selections of materials. Proper paint gun use and adjustments is taught for the product being applied. In addition, the student practices correct masking and detailing techniques.
Discusses the removal and replacement of fixed glass using manufacturer’s specifications, proper tools and recommended materials. Included are procedures on how to work with both state-of-the-art rigid and flexible plastic components using the latest manufacturer’s repair techniques. Application of skills in both glass removal and replacement, and repair of plastic components are demonstrated.
Explains and demonstrates procedures and processes used in masking, blending ,fading, and shadowing in custom paint work on automobiles, motorcycles, and watercraft. Covers a variety of different paint applications, colors, fads, and styles.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ACT 111 or permission of academic chair
Continues ACT 111 by further analysis of MIG welding procedures including seam weld, stitch welds and destructive testing. Resistance spot welding, which includes two-sided spot weld, plasma cutting, safety, materials, and equipment and operating procedures, with emphasis on shop safety are also presented.
Reviews major automotive body repair in vehicles with major damage on conventional structure and unibody structures. The student learns the operation of equipment and techniques used to straighten and align damaged frames. Identification and analysis of frames, hot and cold stress relieving, servicing and sectioning of structural frames. Legal liability issues are also discussed.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ACT 110 or permission of academic chair
Applies the didactic knowledge and skills learned from the first year of training. Students will gain valuable practical experience in applying theory and skills in a controlled shop environment.
Emphasizes the causes of paint defects and the methods to cure problems during and after refinishing procedures. Students learn to identify the proper surface preparations to apply prior to refinishing. Training includes using paint equipment and determining paint film thickness with proper temperatures for refinishing.
Emphasizes surface preparation for refinishing including cleaning, sanding, feather edging, chemical treatment of bare metals and priming. The application of primers, including why and where to use them is covered.
In this advanced course students learn the necessary skills used to tint and blend panels working with the latest finishes and paints. Special coatings and procedures are covered in this course.
Focuses on the detailing procedures in paint refinishing of vehicles. Methods and techniques are specialized to enhance painting skills. Transfers and tapes methods with decals etc. are demonstrated.
An examination of the organization and jurisdiction of local, state and federal law enforcement, judicial and correctional systems; the history and philosophy; career opportunities and qualifying requirements, terminology and constitutional limitations of the system.
Philosophy of legal sanctions and historical development from the common law to modern American Criminal Law, classifications of crimes, elements of and parties to crimes, general definitions of crimes, common defenses utilized and includes specific offenses and the essential elements of each.
Provides a history of correctional development, operations and the administration of correctional institutions. The course will introduce the student to the development of new correctional programs and the future of correctional institutions.
AJS 160 - Leadership and Team Dynamics in Public Safety
Prerequisite: No prerequisites required
Provides fire and law enforcement personnel the skills necessary to be effective leaders in a public safety services environment. The student wil learn the different types of leadership styles and identify the leadership characteristics and dynamics necessary to be an effective leader. The characteristics of positive team development will also be covered.
Study of deviance, society’s role in defining behavior; theories of criminality and the economic, social and psychological impact of crime and victimization; and relationships between statistics and crime trends.
This academy will provide individuals with a basic understanding of workplace relations, ethical staff-inmate relationships, inmate management and manipulation.
Theories and practices in the areas of legality, morality, values and ethics in the criminal justice system will be studied. Police discretion, criminal justice system corruption, brutality, use of deadly force, discrimination and professional conduct will be covered.
Provides the student with an understanding of the rationale underlying major court holdings, the procedural requirements that stem from these holdings, and their effect on the daily operations of the criminal justice system.
Examination, recognition and understanding of community problems; community action programs; methods of coping with human behavior, victimology, conflict and communication; ethnic and minority cultures and environments; the community and relationships with the criminal justice system.
A study of the elements and principles of design as a basis for the visual arts. Development of perception, imagination and expression through problem solving, discussions and critical evaluation is included. Emphasis is on two-dimensional work.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ACT 111 or permission of academic chair.
A study of the elements and principles of design applied to three-dimensional work. Develop perception, imagination and expression of three-dimensional form.
An introduction to fundamental approaches to drawing. Emphasis is on the development of perceptual skills, composition, critical analysis and basic techniques while using a variety of media.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ART 121 or permission of academic chair
Oil/acrylic. An introduction to painting techniques; including the study of color and composition. Emphasis is on personal creativity and uniqueness of expression.
An introduction to photography as a medium of personal expression stressing imaging concepts and composition with developing visual awareness. The course introduces exposure control and basic black and white darkroom procedures.
An introduction to the nature of clay and glazes, hand-forming methods, throwing on the potter’s wheel, decorative processes and glaze application. Emphasis will be placed on hand-building processes and surface enrichment.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ART 171 or permission of academic chair.
An introduction to techniques using the potter’s wheel and continued studies in design and aesthetics, glaze applications, decorative processes, clays and firing.
Stresses a continuing visual awareness of the world around us, critical analysis of image composition, advanced imaging concepts, advanced digital image processing software, and an understanding of the technical aspects of the digital camera and the digital darkroom.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ART 111 or permission of academic chair.
An introduction to the fine art applications of the digital darkroom. Includes art theory and the use of digital cameras, scanners, editing software and printers. Emphasis is placed on the elements and principles of art and how they are applied to digital images.
An introduction to astronomical processes, theories and features in the universe. Techniques and tools of the astronomer and the astrophysicist are included. Topics covered include concepts in: dynamics of motion, properties of light, astronomical techniques for observation, solar system components, stellar and planetary formation, evolution and classifications of stars, star clusters and nebula, galaxy structure and formation, chemistry, structure and origin of the universe. Laboratory work is included to provide observational examples of the above topics and to learn techniques of data gathering and interpretation.
Workplace Skills Training is in direct response to industry needs for students to possess the basic skills indicative of certified professionals. The course design encourages students in developing life skills necessary to locate gainful employment in the automotive industry. Instructional focus includes: seeking and applying for employment, preparing resumes, filling out applications, interviewing techniques, attending to personal appearance and communication skills. Furthermore, emphasis is placed upon the skills required to retain industry employment including: punctuality, regular attendance, following directions, general shop practices, productivity, hourly and flat rate compensation, time clock management, problem solving, employee loyalty and responsibility, employee professionalism and good customer service skills.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 101 and provides the automotive technology student career information about the automotive service industry. The class will provide theory and related hands-on experience on live vehicles as the foundation for advanced automotive courses. Instructional focus includes: shop safety, common hand tools, basic shop equipment, basic diagnostic equipment, measuring systems and tools, fasteners, service information, preventive maintenance, tire and wheel assembly service, up-sell theory, basic theories and math, common automotive industry terms and industry standards.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 and ASE 102
Provides instruction in basic electricity and electronic systems required for successful completion of ASE area A6: Electrical/Electronic Systems. Instructional focus includes: electrical principles, basic circuit configuration, Ohm’s Law, electrical components, wiring and wiring repairs, common tools and testing equipment, basic testing and problem isolation. The student will work with multi meters and other electrical test equipment in developing troubleshooting techniques.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 111 or permission of academic chair or instructor
Compliments ASE 111 and builds upon basic principles required for successful completion of ASE area A6: Electrical/Electronic Systems by providing additional instruction in electricity and automotive electronic systems. Instructional focus includes: battery theory and operation, starting systems and charging systems. Students continue developing troubleshooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 112 or permission of academic chair or instructor
Compliments ASE 112 and builds upon learned principles and techniques required for successful completion of ASE area A6: Electrical/Electronic Systems. Instructional focus includes: advanced schematic diagnosis, basic ignition principles, lighting systems, safety systems, basic body electronics and auxiliary systems, body computer parameters, electronic inputs and outputs, multiplexing, vehicle theft systems, electronic instrumentation, sound systems and chassis electronic control systems. Students continue developing troubleshooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 and ASE 102.
Provides the basic theory, operation, testing and servicing of refrigerant required for successful completion of ASE area A7: Heating and Air Conditioning as well as the Federal Refrigeration Test. Instructional focus includes: safety precautions, environmental concerns, tooling, system identification, principles of refrigeration, states of matter, effects of pressure on gases and vapors, pressure temperature relationships, basic refrigeration cycle, refrigerant types, refrigeration system components and cooling system components. Laboratory work includes proper handling of refrigerants, troubleshooting and basic servicing of these systems utilizing strategy-based diagnostics.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 131 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 131 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A7: Heating and Air Conditioning as well as the Federal Refrigeration Test. Instructional focus includes: Service information usage, air distribution system components, manual A/C control systems, electronic A/C control systems and rear HTR/A/C control systems. Students continue developing troubleshooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 and ASE 102
Provides basic engine theory required for successful completion of ASE area A1: Engine Repair. Instructional focus includes: engine classifications, engine identification, noise diagnosis, lubrication and cooling systems, engine sealing materials, basic blueprinting theory and torque principles.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 141 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 141 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A1: Engine Repair. Instructional focus includes: recognizing and diagnosing causes of engine failure, engine disassembly, cleaning and inspection, short block procedures, cylinder head procedures, valve trains and modern reassembly procedures. ASE 141 prepares students for ASE area A1 Test: Engine Repair.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 and ASE 102
Provides automotive ignition theory and operation characteristics required for successful completion of ASE area A8: Engine Performance. Instructional focus includes: basic circuitry, ignition components, triggering and switching devices, distributor operation, electronic ignition, system inspection, system troubleshooting and repair. The student will work with multi-meters and other ignition system test equipment while developing troubleshooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 151 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 151 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A8: Engine Performance. Instructional focus includes: air induction systems, turbo charging theory, supercharging theory, exhaust system components and exhaust system service.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 152 or permission of academic chair or instructor
Compliments ASE 152 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A8: Engine Performance. Instructional focus includes: fuel performance, air-fuel mixtures, general fuel system diagnosis, fuel tanks, fuel lines and filters, fuel pumps and open/closed loop carburetor theory.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 153 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 153 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A8: Engine Performance. This is an advanced course in engine drivability and fuel management diagnosis. Instructional focus includes: basic fuel injection theory, Throttle Body Injection, Port Fuel Injection, Sequential Fuel Injection, Central Port Fuel Injection, Diesel Direct Injection, Common Rail Systems, injector service, regulation systems and basic fuel management strategies. Students develop troubleshooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 154 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 151 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A8: Engine Performance. Instructional focus includes: pollutant causes, evaporative control systems, EGR system operation, PCV system operation, EFE system operation, AIR system operation, catalytic converter system operation, OVR and advanced OVR system operation. Students develop troubleshooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 255 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 255 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A8: Engine Performance. Instructional focus includes: OBD-I system standards, system components, system sensors, outputs and actuators, system function, terms, diagnostic scan tools and function testing. Students develop troubleshooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 256 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 255 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A8: Engine Performance. Diagnosis and service of advanced computerized engine control systems (OBD-II) and IM240 testing procedures are the main concepts covered. Instructional focus includes: OBD-II and IM240 system standards, drive cycle requirements, system components, system sensors, outputs and actuators, system functions, terms, diagnostic scan tools and function testing. Students continue developing troubleshooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems. Emphasis is placed upon cylinder misfire diagnostics/service and Enhanced EVAP system concerns.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 and ASE 102
Provides basic theory required for successful completion of ASE area A3: Manual Drive Train and Axles. Instructional focus includes: clutch operation, clutch diagnosis, clutch maintenance, clutch service, basic gear theory, transmission/transaxle design, shift mechanisms, synchronizer theory, power flow, gear ratios, system electrical, fluid service, disassembly and reassembly procedures. Emphasis is placed upon modern repair/replacement practices.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 260 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 260 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A3: Manual Drive Train and Axles. Instructional focus includes: CV Joint identification, CV Joint service, U-Joint identification, U-Joint operation, RWD differentials, differential service, diagnosis and inspection, limited slip differential theory, differential disassembly and reassembly procedures.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 261 or permission of academic chair
This course compliments ASE 261. This course is in direct response of industry needs for technicians trained in Noise/Vibration/Harshness diagnosis and repair. Instructional focus includes: vibration theory, vehicle vibration issues, road/service bay testing, EVA diagnosis, vibration software diagnosis and vibration math fundamentals. Students develop trouble-shooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems based upon contemporary NVH procedures.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 and ASE 102
Provides basic theory required for successful completion of ASE area A2: Automatic Transmission along with ATRA areas: Diagnostician, R&R Technician and Rebuilder. Instructional focus includes: transmission identification, hydraulic theory, planetary gear theory and operation, torque converter operation, hydraulic governor operation, friction elements, valve body theory, disassembly procedures, inspection procedures and reassembly procedures. Emphasis is placed upon modern repair practices and warranty service issues.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 271 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 271 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A2: Automatic Transmission. Instruction focus includes: systems electrical, electronic governor systems, final drives and differential assemblies, electronic diagnosis, road/service bay testing, current issues, five-speed transmission theory, shifting quality issues, CVT theory, performance enhancements, shift quality improvements and aftermarket practices. Students develop trouble-shooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems based upon current OEM/aftermarket procedures.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 272 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 272 and builds upon learned principles. Instructional focus includes: four-wheel drive theory, transfer case theory, four-wheel drive operation, all-wheel drive theory, all-wheel drive components and systems, diagnostic procedures, disassembly and reassembly procedures. Emphasis is placed upon modern repair/replacement practices.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 and ASE 102
Provides basic theory required for successful completion of ASE area A5: Automotive Brakes. Instructional focus includes: principles of hydraulic brake systems, system components, brake system inspection, system hoses and tubing, master cylinder operation, booster systems and operation, brake systems diagnosis, drum brake design, operation and service, disc brake design and operation, frontwheel disc brake components, component inspection and service, allwheel disc brake components, all-wheel disc brake inspection and service, Emphasis is placed on proper service procedures and customer safety/satisfaction.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 281 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 281 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A5: Automotive Brakes. Instructional focus includes: pulse variation/lateral run-out concerns, antilock brake theory, types of antilock brake systems, antilock components, system electrical/electronics, basic RWAL operation, basic Four-Wheel ABS operation, traction control systems, stability control systems, antilock brake diagnosis and service. Students develop trouble-shooting/repair techniques by utilizing structured diagnostic stratagems and current industry requirements. Emphasis is placed on proper service procedures and customer safety/satisfaction.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 101 and ASE 102
Provides basic theory required for successful completion of ASE area A4: Suspension and Steering. Instructional focus includes: suspension system theory, front-suspension components, front-suspension service, rear-suspension components, rear suspension service, electronic steering system theory, system electrical/electronics, steering system theory, manual steering, power steering, steering components, variable effort steering system theory and components and steering system service.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE 291 or permission of academic chair
Compliments ASE 291 and builds upon learned principles required for successful completion of ASE area A4: Suspension and Steering. Instructional focus includes: alignment geometry theory, wheel alignment equipment, front-wheel inspection and alignment procedures and four-wheel alignment procedures.