Maintenance & Light Repair (HON 1100)

Term: 2025-2026 Fall Semester

Faculty

Christopher L. McNealyShow MyInfo popup for Christopher L. McNealy

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Gerard E. MottaShow MyInfo popup for Gerard E. Motta

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Office Hours: 

Monday - Friday 7:00am-7:30am and 2:30-3:00pm

Start Date: 3/8/2021

End Date: 5/7/2021

Robert L. CallananShow MyInfo popup for Robert L. Callanan

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Schedule

Mon-Tue-Wed-Thu-Fri, 7:35 AM - 2:25 PM (10/20/2025 - 12/18/2025) Location: MAIN RDHSR R216

Description

This course is an introduction to the automotive service profession and the Honda/Acura dealership environment w ith an emp hasis on proper procedures in the express service lane. The studies include overall vehicle inspectio ns, fluid
services, brakes, steering & suspensions, service informati on systems , and basic scan tool functionalities . In additi on to completing a proper brake job, in the Brakes secti on of this course, students learn to use the most up-to-date brake lathes, which are mandatory for most warrant y repairs at dealership shops. The steer ing and suspension sections include identificat ion, diagnosis, and replacemen t of steerin g and suspension components such as rack and pinion steering, Macpherson struts, shock absorbers, ball joints, and tie rod ends. Students learn essential tire wo rk skills, using the latest road -force w heel balancing equipment. Stud ents also learn how to properly align a vehicle using the latest laser alignment equipment available. T