AUTOMECA TECHNICAL COLLEGE STUDENT CATALOG ......Teodoro Gonzalez ATC-Curso de Mecanica Automotriz y Mecanica Marina Lic. Tec. 12210; Col. #2436 Heriberto Rivera Mecánico Hojalatería

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AUTOMECA TECHNICAL COLLEGE STUDENT CATALOG

2018-2019

BAYAMON MAIN CAMPUS Carretera No. 2 Km 14.0,

Bayamón, Puerto Rico 00961 Phone: (787) 779-6161

E-mail: [email protected]

PONCE BRANCH Calle Villa No. 452,

Ponce, Puerto Rico 00728 Phone: (787) 840-7880; 840-7640


CAGUAS BRANCH Calle Muñoz Rivera No. 69, Caguas, Puerto Rico 00725

Phone: (787) 746-3468; 746-3429 E-mail: [email protected]

AGUADILLA BRANCH

Parque Industrial La Montaña, Carretera. 459 Km 0.9 Edificio 932

Aguadilla, Puerto Rico 00603 Phone: (787) 882-2828


FAJARDO SATELLITE LOCATION (BAYAMON MAIN CAMPUS) Carr. PR-3, Bo. Quebrada

Fajardo, Puerto Rico 00738 Phone: (787) 468-2370


www.automeca.com

Rev. 3/2019

http://www.automeca.com/

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INDEX

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ............................................................................................................................ 6

CORPORATION ................................................................................................................................................. 6

BAYAMON CAMPUS ........................................................................................................................................ 7

ADMINISTRATION ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 7 FACULTY ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

CAGUAS BRANCH........................................................................................................................................... 10

ADMINISTRATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 FACULTY ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

AGUADILLA BRANCH ............................................................................................................................... 12


PONCE BRANCH.............................................................................................................................................. 14

ADMINISTRATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 14 FACULTY ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14

FAJARDO SATELLITE LOCATION ............................................................................................................ 16


CATALOG INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................... 18 Historical Background ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Licenses and Affiliations ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Philosophy ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19 Mission ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Programs of Study................................................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Physical Description ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Equipment .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21 Class Size / Laboratory/Shop Area ......................................................................................................................................................... 21 Facilities for the Physically Impaired ............................................................................................................................................................... 21 Parking Facilities ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

STUDENT SERVICES ................................................................................................................................. 22 ADMISSIONS OFFICE ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 22 REGISTRAR'S OFFICE....................................................................................................................................................................................... 22 FINANCIAL AID OFFICE ................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 BURSAR’S OFFICE ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 PLACEMENT OFFICE ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 22 COUNSELING OFFICE ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 22 MENTORING SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................................................. 23 RETENTION OFFICE .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 23 COLLECTIVE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES ..................................................................................................................................... 23

ADMISSIONS ................................................................................................................................................ 24 Admissions Requirements .................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Home Schooling Students .................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Admissions Procedures ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Identification Card .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 25 Uniform ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Office Hours ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 25 Admissions ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 25

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REGISTRARS OFFICE ............................................................................................................................... 26 Registration and Program Changes ................................................................................................................................................................... 26 Class Schedules........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 26 Attendance Policy ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26 Attendance Policy for Veterans and or their beneficiaries ......................................................................................................................... 26 Withdrawal Policy .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 27 Official Withdrawal ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 27 Administrative Withdrawal (AW) ..................................................................................................................................................................... 27 No Shows (NS) ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 27 Grades ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27 Incompletes ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28 Repeated Courses .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28 Remedial Courses ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28 Re-Admissions ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 28 Change of Address .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29 Courses Not Offered............................................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Certifications ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 29 Transcripts ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29 Student's Access to Their Files ........................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Internal Transfer of Credit Policy ........................................................................................................................................................ 30 Internal Transfer of Credit Definition .............................................................................................................................................. 30 Internal Transfer of Credit Policy: ..................................................................................................................................................... 30 Academic Progress Policy.......................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Qualitative Element ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 32 Quantitative Element ................................................................................................................................................................................... 32 Maximum Time to Complete a Program........................................................................................................................................ 32 Regulations of Satisfactory Academic Progress for Students ....................................................................................... 33 Full-Time Students ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 34 Table I: 24 Credits Program ................................................................................................................................................................... 34 Table II: 26.5 Credits Program ............................................................................................................................................................ 34 Table III: 40 Credits Program ............................................................................................................................................................... 34 Regulation for New Students ................................................................................................................................................................. 34 Regulation for Repeated Courses ....................................................................................................................................................... 35 "Warning" Probation, Suspension, Restitution and Appeal Process ........................................................................ 35

Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy Exclusively for Student and/or Veterans Beneficiaries (VA) ..................................................................................................................................... 37 Student Information Release Policy .................................................................................................................................................................. 38 Grading System ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 38 Graduation Certificate ................................................................................................................................................................................. 38 Certificates that are granted ................................................................................................................................................................................. 39 Office Hours .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 39

FINANCIAL AID .......................................................................................................................................... 40 Federal Financial Aid ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 40 Federal Pell Grant ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40 Procedure .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 40 Follow-up ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40 Direct Loan Program .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 40

Procedure .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 41 Direct PLUS Loan (For parents of dependent students) ............................................................................................................................. 41 Federal Funds “Campus-Based” ......................................................................................................................................................................... 41 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant ...................................................................................................... 41 Federal Work-Study Program (FWS) ............................................................................................................................................... 42

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State Financial Aid (CEPR) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 42 Automeca Educational Scholarship Foundation Inc. ................................................................................................................................... 43 Office Hours ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 44

BURSAR’S OFFICE ..................................................................................................................................... 44 Financial Obligation with the Institution ......................................................................................................................................................... 44

TUITION AND OTHER COSTS* .......................................................................................................... 45 Re-admissions .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45

PROGRAM ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................................................... 46 Program Costs .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46

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CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY ........................................................................................ 47 Cancellations Prior to the Class Start Date ..................................................................................................................................................... 47 Cancellations after Start of Classes ................................................................................................................................................................... 47 Title IV Funds Refund Policy ............................................................................................................................................................................. 47 Institutional Refund Policy ....................................................................................................................................................................... 48 Adjustments for Withdrawals .............................................................................................................................................................................. 49 Change in Enrollment Status ............................................................................................................................................................................... 49 Office Hours ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 49

PLACEMENT OFFICE ................................................................................................................................. 50 Office Hours .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 50

PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING PROGRAM .................................................................................. 51 Office Hours .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 51

Curricular Review ...................................................................................................................................... 51

PROGRAMS OF STUDY ............................................................................................................................ 52 AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ....................................................................................................................................... 52

OUTSIDE WORK, PREPARATION AND RESEARCH (Applies to all programs) ...... 52 ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY .......................................................................................................... 53 FUEL INJECTION TECHNOLOGY ............................................................................................................................................................... 54 DIESEL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ...................................................................................................................................................... 55 DIESEL TECHNOLOGY AND ADVANCED SYSTEMS ..................................................................................................................... 56 ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE ELECTROMECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ..................................................................................... 57 AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY* ................................................................. 58 MARINE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY .................................................................................................................................................... 59 ADVANCED MARINE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ........................................................................................................................ 60 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS TECHNOLOGY* .............................................................................................................................. 61 ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS IN SECURITY AND SOUND SYSTEMS * ................................................................... 62 AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY* ..................................................................................................................... 63 MOTORCYCLE MECHANICS * .................................................................................................................................................................... 64

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ....................................................................................................................... 65 AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ....................................................................................................................................... 65 ADVANCED AUTO MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ............................................................................................................................. 66 FUEL INJECTION TECHNOLOGY ............................................................................................................................................................... 69 ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE ELECTROMECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ..................................................................................... 71 DIESEL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ...................................................................................................................................................... 72 DIESEL TECHNOLOGY AND ADVANCED SYSTEMS ..................................................................................................................... 73 AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY ................................................................... 76 MARINE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY .................................................................................................................................................... 77

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ADVANCED MARINE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY ........................................................................................................................ 78 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS TECHNOLOGY ................................................................................................................................ 81 ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS IN SECURITY AND SOUND SYSTEMS ....................................................................... 82 AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY ....................................................................................................................... 84 MOTORCYCLE MECHANICS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 87

SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION POLICY ................................................................................ 89

COMPLAINT PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................. 90

INSTITUTIONAL REGULATIONS ...................................................................................................... 91 TERMINATION POLICY ................................................................................................................................................................................... 92 Cancellation and Termination by the Student Policy................................................................................................................................... 92 Agencies’ Document Review .............................................................................................................................................................................. 92

ACADEMIC CALENDAR ............................................................................................................................ 94 Other Policies ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 95

Emergency Protocol ................................................................................................................................. 95

RECEIPT ........................................................................................................................................................... 97

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Mildred McCormick President

Viviana Ortiz Secretary

María de los Ángeles Pagán Treasurer

CORPORATION

María de los Ángeles Pagán President

Mildred McCormick Marketing Vice-President

Blanca Rivera Executive Vice- President

Alberto Ruisánchez Accounting Director

Dolores Fernández Vice-President Regulatory Affairs

Joselyn Vélez Human Resources Manager

Antonio Quiñones Vice-President Academic Affairs

James Herrera Institutional Financial Aid Director / Assistant

Administrative Director Ponce Branch

Cindy Rodríguez Institutional Placement Coordinator

José Pagán Marketing Director

Bricheida Elias Academic Affairs and Student Services

Assistant

Olga Román Digital Marketing Coordinator

Valeria Bobea Accountant

Aida Santiago Delinquency Prevention Officer

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FACULTY

Edwin A. Arce

Universidad Metropolitana; BA Administración de Empresas ATC- Tecnología en Electromecánica Automotriz Avanzada ATC- Tecnología en Mecánica Diesel Lic. Tec. #TA-22313; Col. #24004; Cert. Dep. Ley 49

Edwin Jiménez

Escuela Vocacional San Souci; Curso Reparación de Colisión ATC - Tecnología Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada Lic. Tec. #MA-13637; Col. #17522; Cert. Dep. Ley 49

Francisco Robles UPR – BBA Ingeniería Mecánica; Educación Vocacional & Industrial Lic. Tec. #14775; Col. #23851 Cert. Dep #8794-2014

BAYAMON CAMPUS

ADMINISTRATION

Carlos Martínez Administrative Director

Luis Soto Interine Technical Supervisor

Evelyn Febres

Wanda Cruz

Financial Aid Supervisor

Bursar’s Office

Marie Liliam Acevedo Registrar Supervisor

Alexandra Montalvo Bursar’s Office / Financial Aid Officer

Yahaira Cintrón Admissions Officer

Elizabeth Ramírez Admissions Officer

Teresa Esparra Admissions Officer

Amarilis Torres Office Clerk Registrar

Sugeily Rodríguez Placement Officer

Yamiris Figueroa Counselor / Retention Officer

Leslie Ann López Reference Room Officer

Jesus Martinez Reference Room Officer

Maritza Martinez Receptionist

Peter Vega Tool Custodian

Alejandro Escudero Tool Custodian

Karen Mulero Tool Custodian

Jaime Pacheco Tool Custodian

Héctor Cruz Messenger

María D. Flores Maintenance

Luis Ureña Maintenance

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Gilberto Villegas

ATC - Reparación Colisión Automotriz Mech - Tech Mecánica Automotriz con Inyección Computadorizada Lic. #25703; Col. #0028750 Cert. Dep Ley 49

Iván Ramos

ATC - Mecánica de Motoras WYOTECH - Tecnología Mecánica de Motoras Lic. Tec. #TA-25016; Col. #15377 Cert. Dep Ley 49

José Muñoz Vocacional Tomás C. Ongay- Curso Reparación de Colisión

Lic. #7477; Col. # 0016856 Cert. Dep Ley 49

Luis Soto SIF Auto Electric School; EDP College Grado Asociado Tecnología

Electrónica Automotriz; Tecnológico San Juan Cert. Mecánica Marina y Seminarios Mitsubishi. Lic. Tec. #15274; Col. #6056 Cert. Dep Ley 49

Marybel López

EDP University of Puerto Rico, Grado Asociado Sistemas de Información Cert. Dep #8887-2014

Rafael Arroyo

American University Grado Asociado en Gerencia ATC- Tecnología Mecánica Automotriz Lic. Tec. #TA-15379; Col. #7842 Cert. Dep #8793-2014

Rafael Serrano Esc. Voc. Tomás Luchetti – Mecánica Automotriz General

Lic. Tec. #10527; Col. #2272 Cert. Dep Ley 49

Reynaldo Figueroa

ATC- Cert. Tecnología Mecánica Automotriz, Tecnología en Electromecánica Automotriz Avanzada, Tecnología Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada, Tecnología en Refrigeración y Aire Acondicionado Automotriz Lic. Tec. #TA-21759; Col. #20137; Cert. Dep Ley 49

Roberto De Jesús ATC – Tecnología en Mecánica Diesel

Lic. MA 06613; Col. #0007288; Lic. #24280 Cert. Dep Ley 49

Carmelo Pérez ATC- Cert. Tecnología en Refrigeración y Aire Acondicionado

Automotriz Lic. Tec. # 7519

Anibal Torres ATC – Cert. Tecnología Mecánica Automotriz, Electromecánica

Automotriz Computadorizada Lic. Tec. #23823 Col. 0026434

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Gilberto González ATC-Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada, INTER – BA-Computer System network Lic. #10008, Col. #0000694

José Navas ATC- Cert. Tecnología Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada

Lic. #TA 10275, Col. 701 Cert. Dep. 9730-2016

Karlos Padilla ATC- Cert. Tecnología de la Reparación de Colisión Automotriz

Lic. #TA 26188, Col. 29301 Cert. Dep. 9303-2016

José Torrón EDP-BA Procesamiento de Data; Asociado-Electrónica Automotriz Lic. #TA 14301, Col. 5772

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CAGUAS BRANCH

ADMINISTRATION

Blanca Rivera Administrative Director

Julio Monserrate Technical Supervisor

Analí Arroyo Financial Aid Officer

María M. Vázquez Admissions Supervisor

Carmen L. Cardona Counselor

Kathy Estrada Placement Officer

Magdaris Flores Bursar’s Officer

Rosa Meléndez Registrar Officer

Cindy Vázquez Registrar Office Clerk

Ángel Caraballo Retention Officer

Daisy Flores Reference Room Clerk

Luis Coriano Reference Room Clerk

Kevin Rosado Reference Room Clerk

Manuel Cruz Maintenance

Luis Vázquez Tool Custodian

Angel Marín Tool Custodian

FACULTY

Carlos Negrón ATC- Cert. Mecánica Automotriz ATC- Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada ATC- Cert. Sistema de Seguridad y Sonido Cert. DEP # RC-2014-331

Dolores Pacheco IBC-Secretaria y Computadora

Cert. DEP # RC-2014-333 Emanuel Rosado UPR- BA Educación

Lic. Téc. #10140; Col. #8370 Cert. DEP Vitalicio #928

Ernesto L. Salgado ATC – Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada

Lic. Tec. #13834, Col. #04888, Cert. DEP # RC-2014-065

Gilberto Torres ATC-Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada

Lic. Tec. #28828; Col. 17924 Cert. DEP # RC-2013-047

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José Rosa ATC- Cert. Mecánica Marina

ATC-Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada Lic. Tec. #22529, Col. #24406 Cert. DEP # RC-2014-145

Luis E. Hernández Esc. Vocacional Bernardino Cordero Bernal

Mecánica Automotriz Lic. Tec. #10049, Col. #309 Cert. DEP # RC-2014-069

Marcos A. Gómez Politechnical Community College

Mecánica Automotriz Lic. Tec. #13834, Col. #02568 Cert. DEP # RC-2012-227

Mateo Colón

MTC- Mecánica Diesel Lic. Tec.# 9819, Col. #1193 Cert. DEP # RC-2013-123

Roberto Rivera ATC - Cert. Mecánica Automotriz, Cert. Electrónica

Automotriz Computadorizada Lic. Tec. #21016; Col. #13391 Cert. DEP # RC-2014-067

Rubén Rosa ATC-Mecánica Marina

Lic. Tec. #22382, Col. #24098 Cert. DEP # RC-2013-046

Víctor Pérez ATC-Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada

ATC-Cert. Mecánica Automotriz Cert. DEP # RC 2012-552 Lic. Tec. #21828; Col. #0017920

Richard Rodríguez ATC- Tecnología Automotriz

ATC- Tecnología en Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada Lic. # 21225 Col. # 15150 Cert. Dep. Edu. # 45845 y 45848

Juan Luciano IMT- Cert. Técnico de Refrigeración y Aire Acondicionado Lic. Tec. 7693

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AGUADILLA BRANCH

ADMINISTRATION

Orlando Cardona Administrative Director

Osmar Badillo Technical Supervisor

Gladys Avilés Administrative Assistant / Bursar’s Officer

Grace Torres Admissions Officer

Doris Cortés Registrar Officer

Waleska Mercado Financial Aid Officer

Idalí Arroyo Placement Officer

Elizabeth Hernández Retention Officer

Eydalia Montoute Counselor

Luz Vale Reference Room/ Registrar Officer

Jennifer Ortega Reference Room

Corpus Arocho Maintenance

José M. Zayas Maintenance

Gamaliel Hernandez Tool Custodian

Mauricio Acevedo Tool Custodian TRCA

Gabriel Alers Tool Custodian TRCA

FACULTY

Angel Valle ATC- Cert. Mecánica Diesel

Lic.Tec. #15073 Col. #0025012

Cert. DEP # REM-2014-2015-0366

Roberto Barreto Cert. Tecnico de Hojalateria y Pintur, Tecnico Automotriz

Lic. Tec.#15754; Col. #25773

Teodoro Gonzalez ATC-Curso de Mecanica Automotriz y Mecanica Marina

Lic. Tec. 12210; Col. #2436

Heriberto Rivera

Mecánico Hojalatería y Pintura

Lic. Mec # 16919 Col. #0028433

Cert. DEP #REM-2014-2015-0785

Jeffrey Echevarría Mec. Aut. EAA Technology College, Grado Asociado Tec.

Elect. Automotriz, EDP.

Lic. Tec. #12204; Col. #4468; Cert. DEP # REM-2013-537

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José Lugardo Mecánico Automotriz Hojalatería y Pintura

Lic. Tec. # 14948 Col. #0024085

Cert. DEP # REM-2014-2015-0591

Juan Cardona Acosta

EDP College- Ciencias Automotrices

ATC- Cert. Electromecánica Automotriz

Lic Tec #12969 Col.#0004757

Cert. DEP #REM-2014-2015-0939

Luis Illas U del Turabo- BA Educación Vocacional

ATC- Cert. Tecnología Mecánica Automotriz,

Cert. ElectrónicaAutomotriz Computadorizada

Lic. Tec. #21933; Col. #20913

Cert. DEP # REM-2014-2015-0940

Carlos Rodriguez BA y Grados Conducentes Cert. De Maestro Vocacional. Lic.

Mec. # 10912, Col. #10230

José Pérez BA en Educacion, Curso Vocational, Técnico Automotriz

Lic. Tec. #10080 Col. #719

José González ATC – Curso Mecánica Automotriz, Técnico Automotriz

Lic. Tec. #25764 Col. #28674

Jorge Sepúlveda ATC – Curso Mecanica Automotriz y Fuel Injection

Lic. Tec. #23598 Col. #26028

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PONCE BRANCH

ADMINISTRATION

Wigberto Santiago Administrative Director

James Herrera Institutional Financial Aid

Director/Assistant Director Ponce

Rafael Rodriguez Technical Supervisor

Irma Borrero Financial Aid Officer

Arlymarie Rodríguez Registrar Officer

Wanda Rodríguez Administrative Assistant

Ana Echevarria Placement Officer

Lizzette Torres Bursar’s Officer

Luis Carrillo Admissions Supervisor

José Jordán Admissions Officer

Elsa Adams Counselor

Lumarie Torres Retention Officer

Ivycelis Loyola Reference Room

William A. García Reference Room

Francisco Vargas Tool Custodian

Ramón Rodríguez Maintenance

Luis I. Irizarry Maintenance

FACULTY

Diego Ramírez Bernabé Grado Asociado Ing. Tec. Instituto Tecnológico Ponce, ATC-

Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada, cursos

Pedagogía UPR, Andragogía UIA

Lic. Tec. #10480 Col. 1347 Cert. DEP #RC 309

Fernando Cabello Millán UPR, Río Piedras, BS Sociología, UPR Carolina 45 créditos

Pedagogía, UPR Carolina 15 créditos Psicología, Certificado

Técnico Automotriz #18481, Certificado Mecánica Marina

#18481, Licencia Departamento de Educación #684

Joel Nadal Toro ATC, Cert. Tecnología Mecánica Automotriz, Cert. Electromecánica

Automotriz Avanzada y Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada

Lic. Tec. #22143 Col. 23550

Cert. DEP #RC 310

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Jorge L. Nieves Santiago ATC, Cert. Tecnología Electrónica Automotriz

Computadorizada, Cert. Mecánica Automotriz Básica


José L. Leandry Aponte ATC, Cert. Tecnología en Electrónica Automotriz

Computadorizada; ATC, Cert. Mecánica Básica Automotriz

Lic. Tec. #14158 Col. #12221 Cert. DEP #RC 311

Ricardo Román Ríos Esc. Tec. De Electricidad, Ponce, Certificado Refrigeración

EPA #0368739164100 Cert. DEP #RC 9156

Asdrúbal Marrero Marrero ATC, Cert. Mecánica Automotriz

ATC, Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada


Jorge Ramírez Toro UIA-Bachillerato en Ingeniería de Computadoras Master Tecn.

en Suzuki


Héctor De Jesús Rosa ATC, Cert. Tecnología en Mecánica Diesel

Lic. # TA-24300 Col. 25383 Cert. DEP #RC 111573

Alberto Borrero Palermo ATC, Cert. Mecánica Automotriz; ATC, Cert. Electrónica

Automotriz Computadorizada


David Torres Cádiz ATC, Cert. Mecánica Automotriz; ATC, Cert. Electrónica

Automotriz Computadorizada

Lic. #TA-21238 Col. #04341 Cert. DEP #RC 490

Jesuangel Pérez Echevarría ATC, Cert. Electromecánica Automotriz Avanzada

ATC, Cert. Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada; UPR

Grado Asociado Ingeniería Civil; Institituo Tecnológico de PR

Ponce, Ingeniería de Instrumentación

Lic. #TA-24450 Col. #27454 Cert. DEP #RC 111770

Raymond Pagan Certificado en tecnología automotriz avanzada

Certificado en electromecánica automotriz

Lic.- T/A 25987 COL.28940

José Torres Certificado en mecánica automotriz

Lic. T/A 10575 COL.11688 DE.# 2017-2018P044

Jorge Rivera Certificado en alarma y sonido con PLC

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FAJARDO SATELLITE LOCATION

ADMINISTRATION

Carlos Martínez Administrative Director

Ruth Torres Assistant Administrative Director

Gilberto Suerez Technical Supervisor

Lyanne Alvarado Registrar Office Clerk

Keila Gautier Placement Officer

Yecsenia Morales Admissions Officer

Deborah Rivera Financial Aid Officer/Bursar

Elba López Counselor

Petra Nieves Reference Room/Retention

George Mora Maintenance

Juan Ortiz Tool Custodian

Edgardo Melendez Maintenance

Jennifer Vega Reference Room

FACULTY

Alex Pantoja INTER- Ciencias de Computadoras Instalación y Reparación de

Sistemas Computarizado

Cert. Dep. EDU. # 46026

Francisco Taveras UPR - Tecnología Automotriz

Lic. 24527 Col. 27558

Cert. Dep. EDU. # 4602 y 46029

Luis Fuentes Esc. Vocacional Técnica y Altas Destrezas- Mecánica de Autos

ATC- Cert. Tecnología en Electrónica Automotriz Computarizada

Lic. #10292 Col.# 04914

Cert. Dep. EDU. # 44789

Edwin Santiago ATC – Tecnología en Mecánica Automotriz Avanzada Lic. TA #26264; Col. # 0028566; Cer. Dep. Edu. # 47298

Gilberto Suárez Industrial Tecnical College

Lic. # TA 23677; Col. #0026193; Cert. Dep. Edu. # 47459

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Joel Rojas ATC – Tecnologia Mecánica Automotriz; Tecnología Mecánica Marina

Lic. # TA 24033; Col. #0026739; Cert. Dept. Edu. #47942 y 47944 Alfredo Castro Mech Tech – Tecnología en Mecánica Marina

Lic. # TA 24904; Col. #0028156; Cert. Dep. Edu. #47456

Mildred Melendez PHD Education specialization: Educational Management Leadership

Cert. Dep. Edu. # 47388

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CATALOG INFORMATION

This catalog contains the information needed to familiarize the student with the services offered by Automeca

Technical College. It is the student's responsibility to read, understand and comply with the contents of this

catalog. This catalog contains the rules, regulations and administrative norms of the Institution. It is subject

to subsequent changes in enrollment and program costs, programs of study, class schedules and/or faculty.

It is the student's responsibility to keep abreast of these changes.

Automeca Technical College does not deny the right to nor discriminates against any person on the basis of

race, age, sex, color, national or ethnic origins, and political, religious, social or syndical beliefs.

Rev. 3/19

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Historical Background

Automeca Technical College is a private, post-secondary, non-university level, vocational, technical, co-ed institution

created under the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Automeca Technical College opens its first campus in

the city of Bayamón and is authorized and licensed to operate by the Puerto Rico Department of Education. Automeca

begins as a federally funded training and economic development program in 1980, and becomes a full-time teaching

institution in 1982. In 1986, a second campus opens in Ponce in order to meet the growing need for automotive

technicians in the southwestern region of the Island. In January 1988, Automeca Technical College opens a branch in

the city of Caguas and in 1992, another campus in Aguadilla. In March 2012 Automeca establishes its first Satellite

Location in Fajardo, (Bayamon Campus’ Satellite Location).

Licenses and Affiliations

Automeca Technical College is licensed to operate by the Consejo de Educación de Puerto Rico. The Institution is

accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). It is also approved by the

Educational Services to Veterans Agency and the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation program. It is a member of

the Puerto Rico Chamber of Commerce, Red Técnica Universitaria, PRACRAO, PRASFAA and the Association of

Private Education of Puerto Rico (AEP), the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA)

among others.

Philosophy

Through the years mankind has intended to develop, improve and utilize techniques that contribute to a better way of

living. As a result, technological developments are made to satisfy in the best manner its social, physical, economical

and psychological needs.

Automeca Technical College acknowledges that Puerto Rico’s socioeconomic development demands ideal and well-

prepared personnel, able to effectively manage professional skills in the auto mechanics field, in order to cope with a

continuously changing and highly mechanized society.

With a firm purpose in achieving these aspirations, Automeca Technical College, is set to contribute in training

specialized technical personnel in the auto mechanic’s field which will fulfill Puerto Rico’s demands for automotive

mechanics.

Considering this philosophic approach, our programs of studies provide knowledge and skill development in a variety

of specialties in the auto mechanics field.

We consider that through the opportunities of studies offered by the Institution, we can integrate persons who are

socioeconomic and academically in disadvantage to become productive citizens, and in this way contribute positively

with vocation, dignity and responsibility to our society.

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Mission

Our mission is to develop automotive mechanics and technicians and prepare those who work in the industry or those

who wish to do so, to become professional Automotive Technicians. Our main objective is to train our students in

specialized occupational areas of modern automotive industry and help them to develop skills, which will enable them

to progress in their chosen profession. This objective is achieved by offering programs, which are designed to meet the

needs, and challenges set forth by the rapid evolution of technology in the automotive field.

Programs of Study

Tecnología en Mecánica Automotriz (Automotive Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Mecánica Automotriz Avanzada (Advanced Automotive Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada (Fuel Injection Technology)

Tecnología en Mecánica Diesel (Diesel Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología Diesel y Sistemas Avanzados (Diesel Technology and Advanced Systems)

Tecnología en Electromecánica Automotriz Avanzada (Advanced Automotive Electromechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Mecánica Marina (Marine Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Mecánica Marina Avanzada (Advanced Marine Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Refrigeración y Aire Acondicionado Automotriz *

(Automotive Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology)

Tecnología en Transmisiones Automáticas (Automatic Transmissions Technology) **

Sistemas Eléctricos y Electrónicos en Seguridad y Sonido *

(Electricity and Electronics in Security and Sound Systems)

Tecnología de la Reparación de Colisión Automotriz (Automotive Collision Repair Technology) ***

Mecánica de Motoras (Motorcycle Mechanics) **

* Not offered in Aguadilla *** Bayamón, Aguadilla and Ponce

** Not offered in Caguas

Physical Description

The Bayamón campus has twenty-six (26) classrooms; Ponce has fifteen (15), Caguas sixteen (16), Aguadilla sixteen

(16), and Fajardo’s Satellite Location has eight (8). All campuses have a tool room, Laboratory/shop areas and

Reference Room. The Reference Room has access to the internet, with which our students are able to have greater

access to different sources of information and to different electronic data bases related to their curricula. However, the

use of the internet is guided by the institution’s policies which were developed in accordance with federal and state

laws. Any student who make improper use of the internet, or who fails to comply with this policy, will receive the

applicable criminal or civil disciplinary sanctions.

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Equipment

Scanners, computerized system diagnostic equipment, wheel alignment machines, disc and drums lathes, wheel

balances and valve grinders are some of the equipment used by the students in the laboratory areas. Automeca Technical

College provides the students with the necessary tools to be used in the laboratory. These are returned to the Tool Room

once the class session is over.

Class Size / Laboratory/Shop Area

An average class, as in the laboratory/shop area, is made up of fifteen (15) students. The maximum number of students

per class is twenty (20).

Facilities for the Physically Impaired

All four campuses and Fajardo’s Satellite Location have facilities for the physically impaired.

Parking Facilities

All facilities offer parking facilities to the students, and have security guards on duty during the day and evening

sessions. Automeca Technical College is not responsible for theft, damages to the cars, or for articles left inside the

vehicles.

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STUDENT SERVICES

The following pages contain detailed information about the different services that each office offer our students.

ADMISSIONS OFFICE

Admissions Office personnel offer candidates information about our programs of studies and institutional and

Admissions requirements. They receive and evaluate admission documents, and admit candidates to the Institution.

REGISTRAR'S OFFICE

Students’ academic records are kept in the Registrar’s Office. The personnel in this office is responsible for evaluating

and updating all academic files. They consider and respect the student’s confidentiality at all times, in accordance to

the Privacy Act (“The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974”) better known as the Buckley Amendment.

The Registrar’s Office is in charge of certifying the registration of active students, measuring academic progress and

evaluating and preparing academic documents upon student request.

FINANCIAL AID OFFICE

The Financial Aid Office of Automeca Technical College offers orientation to students regarding State and Federal

Financial Aid available to them (if eligible). The students are informed on how to apply for the aid and the requisites

of eligibility established by the Federal Department of Education.

BURSAR’S OFFICE

Student debts are established and payment plans are prepared and signed at the Bursar’s Office. Pell Grant payments,

Direct Loans and other funds are accredited. Reimbursements, if any, are also processed in this office.

PLACEMENT OFFICE

Automeca Technical College does not guarantee employment to its students or graduates, but offers information and

guidance about job opportunities. The Placement Office maintains a list of different agencies and updated

information of employment offers related to the automotive industry.

COUNSELING OFFICE

Automeca Technical College has a counseling program which offer services to all our students. Our main

objective is to provide support to our students in their academic development, help them to manage personal

situations and provide them with the tools to complete their studies.

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MENTORING SERVICES

The mentoring program has been established with the purpose of meeting the needs of the student population which

needs strengthening in basic skills and thus help them to successfully perform in their studies. This program provides

service to students with low grades, special needs, late registration students, Vocational Rehabilitation students, etc.

RETENTION OFFICE

This office is in charge of giving follow up to students with absences. It offers a program of make-up classes designed

to assist those students. This program motivates students who genuinely confront personal problems which leads them

to miss class, to have the opportunity to make up lost work during this period of time. The program is intended to help

increase our retention and employment rates.

COLLECTIVE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

The institution provides our students with transportation services in established routes without any additional costs.

Students must request this service in the Admissions Office.

Automeca does not offer student lodging or childcare services, but if necessary, the Counselor refers the student to

local or state agencies for assistance.

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ADMISSIONS

Admissions Requirements

1. Be 17 years or older.

2. Complete the admissions application.

3. Submit the following documents:

a. Official High School and University Transcript (if applicable), Diploma (Official), or P.R. Dept. of

Ed. High School Equivalency (GED) certificate or evidence of scholastic achievement of Home

Schooling.

b. Birth Certificate (Copy)

c. Vaccination Certificate original and updated (if under 21 years of age)

Physically and or mentally impaired candidates are shown where the facilities for the impaired, i.e. ramps, parking,

bathrooms, etc. are located. They are then referred to the Counselor’s Office to be interviewed and to receive pertinent

documents i.e. Vocational Rehabilitation and others.

The Admissions process for the educationally challenged candidates is determined on a case-by-case basis by the

Administrative Director.

Home Schooling Students

Besides complying with the Admission’s Requirements, Home Schooling Students must also comply with the

following:

1. Be 18 years or older.

2. Submit a signed declaration by the person responsible for his education, certifying that the courses taught are

equivalent to those taught in Puerto Rico’s High Schools.

3. Be interviewed by the Institution’s Technical Supervisor or the Administrative Director.

Admissions Procedures

1. The Admissions Director or Officer interviews the prospective student and offers him/her the following

information and orientation:

a. Brochure

b. General information about the program the candidate is interested in.

c. Information about tuition and fees, schedules, physical facilities and admissions requirements.

d. Instructions on how to fill out the admissions form.

e. A tour of the school's facilities

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The prospective student is then referred to the Financial Aid Office where he/she receives information about the different

Financial Aid programs available, if eligible. When the candidate completes his admissions application form, and

submits the admissions requirements, these are evaluated. If he is accepted, he is given an appointment to formally

enroll.

Identification Card

Every student must obtain an ID card at the Admissions Office. As long as the student is enrolled in the institution, he

must bring his ID card to class. If he loses the card, he must replace it. The cost is $5.00.

Uniform

Each student must wear the uniform required by the institution daily. Pants must be long and the shoes cannot be open

toed.

Office Hours

Admissions

Aguadilla

Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Friday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Bayamón

Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Friday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Caguas


Friday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Ponce


Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Fajardo Satellite Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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REGISTRARS OFFICE

Registration and Program Changes

Students will register during the period assigned in the academic calendar. Once enrolled, if he wishes to change

any of his classes he may do so during the first week of class as scheduled in the academic calendar.

Any withdrawal or change made during this time will not appear in the student’s transcript. After this period of

time a “W” will appear in his transcript. “W”s will not affect his academic average, but will affect his academic

progress.

Registration Fee

The student must pay a $45.00 Registration fee.

Class Schedules

Class schedules are as follows: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. The bell

rings for entry at the following times: 7:55 a.m., 12:55 p.m. and 5:25 p.m.

Attendance Policy

Automeca Technical College requires regular class attendance. When absences occur in a continuous or repetitive

manner, the student can be academically penalized and his academic progress will be affected. A grade for

attendance will be given. It is the student´s responsibility, to make up the work he missed. When the student returns

to school, he will meet with his teacher(s) and the Retention Officer and together they will decide the course of

action to take to make up the work he missed. Only valid excuses such as hospitalization, death of a close family

member, illness, accidents and work will be accepted. For the excuses to be considered, a student must submit

official evidence.

Attendance Policy for Veterans and or their beneficiaries

Every student in a technical program must attend classes in the program in which he is registered.

Therefore the institution require that every student who is receiving educational benefits maintains

satisfactory class attendance. Ten (10%) percent of the total hours in a period, term or session is the

maximum time allowed for the student to be absent. At the end of each semester an attendance evaluation

will be carried out. Every justified absence must be made-up and evidences, in the student’s file. That

veteran and/or beneficiary who has absences exceed 10% of the duration of a period / term and are not

made-up, will be suspended from receiving benefits.

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Withdrawal Policy

The effect that the withdrawal will have will be in the amount of credits approved, not in the cumulative GPA.

Official Withdrawal

A student, who decides to officially withdraw from the Institution, must notify the Registrar’s Office in order to

start the official withdrawal process established by that office. Said notice, be it verbal or written will be considered

official. In order to find out the reasons for the withdrawal, Administrative Director, or the school counselor if

applicable, will interview the student. When a student officially withdraws from the institution, the Institutional

Cancellation and Refund Policy and Federal Funds Refund Policy (R2T4) are applied. The student will receive a

“W” in all of his courses and will have to repeat them if he decides to study again.

Administrative Withdrawal (AW)

The student will receive an administrative withdrawal (AW) without academic penalty if the student is absent

without justified excuses for 14 consecutive calendar days. For the excuses to be taken into consideration, they must

be evidenced and turned in at the Registrar’s Office as soon as the student returns to class. Only under mitigating

circumstances, and with the authorization of the Administrative Director and Technical Supervisor, the excuses will

be evaluated and accepted after the administrative withdrawal has been issued. The student will receive written

notifications or telephone calls to be notified of the amount of accumulated absences. Students will also receive an

administrative withdrawal (AW) if they are expelled or terminated from the institution.

For purposes of Satisfactory Academic Progress, this withdrawal does not entail academic penalty, however, it is

considered as attempted credits and could affect the student’s academic progress.

No Shows (NS)

This policy applies only to first time students. A No Show (NS) will be given to those students who complete the

registration process but never attend classes. An (NS) will not affect a student’s academic average or his

academic progress.

Grades

The student’s final grade is based on the average of the grades obtained during the semester. These grades come

from exams, outside work attendance, daily class, homework etc. At the end of the semester these are averaged and

the student receives a grade. At the end of every semester the Registrar’s office will hand out or mail the student’s

grades.

Any student who is not satisfied with his grades must notify the Registrar's Office in writing no later than

the third week of the following academic semester.

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Incompletes

An incomplete is a temporary grade given by the teacher when a student, with a reasonable cause, is not able to

fulfill the course’s requirements.

The student is responsible for taking all the partial tests, quizzes, special projects, labs and any other job requested

by the teacher. The lack of preparation for exams and failure in handing in requested material are not a reasonable

cause to grant an incomplete grade. The following causes are considered reasonable:

A serious and sudden change in student’s health,

Death of a close relative,

Military service, and

Being part of a jury and/or summoned by a state or federal court.

These conditions must be met in a period of 30 calendar days before the last day of class. The student must ask for

an Incomplete Removal Document in the Registrar’s Office. The student must submit evidence confirming the

reason for the request. The form will be submitted with the corresponding fee. The teacher and the Administrative

Director must approve the Incompletes’ requests. The institution may also grant an Incomplete to students who

have an economic debt with the institution.

Incompletes must be removed on or prior to the date established in the academic calendar. Should the student not

remove the Incomplete during that time frame, the grade obtained will be based on the average of all the grades he

has received in that course, counting final exam grade as an “F”.

Repeated Courses

Financial aid may only be used to pay one time for a repeated course graded with a “W” or “F”. The highest grade

obtained from the repeated course will be considered to calculate the Average Cumulative Index. Students have to

pay for courses repeated for a third time.

Remedial Courses

Automeca Technical College does not offer remedial courses.

Re-Admissions

A student, who has discontinued his studies for one or more semesters, must apply for readmission at the

Registrar's Office. Once the student has completed this procedure at all offices, the Registrar evaluates his case and

determines the student's eligibility for re-admission.

If he is re-admitted, the student will register at the corresponding semester in accordance with the current program.

Any student who wishes to resume his studies at Automeca Technical College must apply at least one month before

an academic semester begins. Re admitted students will be able to graduate according to the program and what is

established in the catalog at the time he is readmitted. His previous academic Average will be considered as his

official starting average.

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Change of Address

A student must notify the Registrar’s Office of any change of address. The Institution requires this for any student

mailings it may need to send. Should the student fail to notify the Institution of said changes, the Institution will

not be responsible for information sent to the student. Any official notice returned to the school will be filed in the

student’s file and be considered sufficient notice.

Courses Not Offered

The Institution will make every effort to offer the courses as announced. However, the Institution reserves the right

to make course or program changes when deemed necessary.

Certifications

Requests for certification of studies must be received at the Registrar's Office two weeks prior to the date they are

needed. However, this procedure may take longer to process if the certifications are requested at the beginning or

at the end of an academic semester.

Transcripts

A student who wishes to receive information regarding his academic records, or needs a transcript, must request so

at the Registrar's Office. Official transcripts are sent directly to companies or Institutions, they are not given to the

student. Non-official transcripts (student copies) will be handed to or mailed to the student.

Any error found in the transcript must be notified to the Registrar's Office no later than 10 days after the transcript

has been received. Requests for transcripts should be made two (2) weeks in advance.

Student's Access to Their Files

Automeca Technical College guarantees the student access to his academic record. A student who wants to review

his academic record, must make a written request to the Registrar's Office which states the reasons why he wants

access to his record. This notice must be received at least seven (7) days prior to the date of the visit. The student

will meet with the Registrar or Registrar Officer to review his record.

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Internal Transfer of Credit Policy

Internal Transfer of Credit Definition

Internal Transfer of Credit is defined as those credits/courses/classes that the student took in Automeca Technical

College which will be considered as transfer of credits to complete another program in ATC. The

credits/courses/classes to be considered must have a grade of C or above.

Internal Transfer of Credit Policy:

1. The courses to be transferred have an expiration time of five (5) years. This means that a student who has taken

courses to be transferred in a period of no more than five (5) years, prior to enrolling in a new program will be

able to transfer the equivalent courses of the new curriculum as long as his approved courses received a grade of

C or above.

2. Those students who have taken courses in ATC within a term of five (5) years will be submitted to a rigorous

transfer of credits process in which the pertinence of past curricular content will be evaluated vs the actual one

to determine whether is possible to transfer these credits/courses/classes for courses in the new curriculum. The

only credits/courses/classes to be considered will be those with a grade of C or above.

3. The evaluation and confirmation of transfer of credits will be determined by the Vice-President of Academic

Affairs.

4. Validated credits will be identified in the System and in the student transcripts as CI internal validation and will

not be considered for the student’s overall grade point average.

From other Institutions

Automeca Technical College accepts the transfer of students who have completed studies in other institutions of

higher education accredited or licensed by the Puerto Rico Council of Education now Board of Postsecondary

Institutions. To be admitted to ATC, students must comply with the admission requirements of the program of their

selection.

The candidate who is interested in transferring credits, must inform the Admissions Officer during the initial

interview, complete the application for Transfer of Credits, and submit it to the Admissions Office. This Policy

implies that Automeca Technical College does not accept credit convalidation automatically.

Students receiving benefits from GI Bill Program, shall comply with the provisions established in this ATC catalog

for the admission of Veteran Students:

The following criteria will be used in the validation of courses:

1. The courses to be validated must be approved in an institution accredited by a national agency recognized by

the Federal Department of Education or licensed or accredited by the Board of Postsecondary Institutions Puerto

Rico Council of Education.

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2. The courses taken and approved with a grade of C or above will be considered, if they are comparable in content,

duration, and number of credits, to the courses offered at Automeca Technical College according to the

academic program selected by the student.

3. If more than five years have passed since the courses were taken, they will not be validated.

4. Courses with an Approved or Auditing grade, will not be considered.

5. The student must submit an official Transcript of the institution where he studied. He most submit the

descriptions of the courses he wants validated.

6. A maximum of nine (9) credits will be validated for the twenty-four (24) credit programs and fifteen (15)

credits for the forty (40) credit programs of our academic offerings.

In order to be considered official, the validation must be requested with a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the beginning

of classes and must be accompanied by the official Transcript of the Institution where the student previously studied.

The procedure for the validation of credits follows:

1. The Admissions Officer notifies the Registrar, of those students applying for validations.

2. The Registrar Officer gives the Vice President of Academic Affairs the completed application for Transfer of

credits and the transcript and the course descriptions.

3. Applications for Transfer of credits, must be submitted no later than 2 weeks prior the start of the Term.

4. Applications submitted at a later date may be considered, but are not guaranteed to be processed prior to the

start of classes.

5. The Vice President of Academic Affairs, is the person responsible for approving the credit transfers after

reviewing the official transcripts.

6. The Vice President of Academic Affairs will return to the Registrar the evaluated documents no later than 3

days after being received, along with the determination of the validated/declined credits.

7. The Registrar's Office will officially notify the student of the determination of the validation and provide a copy

no later than 2 days after receiving the Vice President’s determination.

8. The Registrar's Office is responsible for delivering a copy of the credits that were accepted, to the Financial

Aid and Bursars offices, for the due process of cost adjustment and granting of funds.

9. Validated credits will be identified in the System Information and in the student transcripts as CE (external

validation), and will be not considered for the student's overall grade point average.

Academic Progress Policy

The provision of Regulations of the Title IV Program require every eligible student to comply with the

satisfactory academic progress regulations established by the institution.

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The purpose of the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy is to provide guidance to students who

participate in the Title IV Financial Aid, and show academic progress to complete their program. Those

students who are failing, are referred to the Counselor and Mentoring Program to help them achieve

satisfactory academic progress. It is the responsibility of each student to know his academic standing.

The Academic Progress evaluation consists of the following elements:

Qualitative Element – The qualitative element measures the student’s academic achievement. It will be

evaluated using the accumulative academic index or grade in accordance with the Academic Progress

Charts identified according to his program of studies.

Quantitative Element – This element determines the gradual progress directed to obtain the certificate

through the approval of a minimum percentage of semester credits in accordance with the Academic

Progress Charts identified according to his program of studies.

Maximum Time to Complete a Program – In this policy, the student will have up to one and a half the normal

duration of the program, to complete it, in as shown in the Academic Progress Charts.

The two semester programs will have a maximum time of three (3) semesters. The three semester

programs will have a maximum time of five (5) semesters.

The qualitative and quantitative element measurement will take place at the end of each semester, as

established in the following sections.

Definitions

A. Semester – A period no less than 15 weeks of instruction where at least one week corresponds to final exams.

B. Attempted Credits – Amount of enrolled credits by a student for the semester.

C. Approved Credits – the amount of approved credits by the student each semester and/or accumulated in the

semesters or periods following the first.

D. Maximum Time To Complete The Program – Maximum time that can be provided to the student, in order

to complete his program of studies while participating in Title IV Programs.

E. Course Load – The amount of enrolled credits in a given semester. It can be:

Course Load Program

Full time 12 credits or more

Three quarters time From 9 to 11 credits

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Half time From 6 to 8 credits

Less than half time From 1 to 5 credits

F. Accumulated credits – The total of credits that a student has completed once enrolled in Automeca Technical

College, obtaining the following grades: A, B, C, D, F, W, AW. The accumulated credits will determine the

minimum index or grade point average required.

G. Approved Credits – The total of credits that a student has completed obtaining the following grades: A, B,

C, D.

In the evaluation of the approved credits, the student is required to maintain an academic index

consistent with the requirements for graduation established by the institution.

H. Non-Traditional Student - For purposes of this norm, it is defined as a student who does not always has the

same academic load. (Example: a student's first semester or year enrolled with 12 credits or more and the

second semester or year with 9 credits enrolled.)

I. Readmitted Student - One who re-enters the institution after having interrupted his studies for one semester

or more.

Regulations of Satisfactory Academic Progress for Students

A. Qualitative Element

1. The qualitative element requires that a student earn a minimum academic average according to the total

credits accrued at the end of each semester.

2. Compliance with this rule is evaluated every semester using the last available average at the end of the

semester. For cases of readmission, qualitative element will be evaluated using academic data

accumulated at the last semester of studies.

3. In determining the academic index, the following grades will be considered: A, B, C, D, and F.

4. In calculating the academic index, the following entries will not be taken into consideration:

I= Incomplete

W= Withdrawal

NS= No Show

AW= Academic Withdrawal without academic penalty

CI= Internal Convalidation

CE= External Convalidation

B. Quantitative Element

Measuring the quantitative element will take place at the end of each semester. In the case of

readmission, the quantitative element will be measured using the academic information gathered at

the last semester of study.

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Full-Time Students (semester course load of twelve credits or more). At the end of each semester, they must have the

following minimum percentages of approved credits and academic average:

Table I: 24 Credits Program

Semester 1 2 3

Attempted Credits 12 24 36

Minimum Approved Credits 8 16 24

% Minimum Approved Credits 66.67% 66.67% 66.67%

Academic Average 1.75 2.00 2.00

Table II: 26.5 Credits Program

Semester 1 2 3

Attempted Credits 13.25 26.5 39.75

Minimum Approved Credits 8 17 26.5

% Minimum Approved Credits 66.67% 66.67% 66.67%

Academic Average 1.75 2.00 2.00

Table III: 40 Credits Program

Semester 1 2 3 4 5

Attempted Credits 14 28 40 54 60

Minimum Approved Credits 9 18 26 36 40

% Minimum Approved Credits 66.67% 66.67% 66.67% 66.67% 66.67%

Academic Average 1.50 1.75 2.00 2.00 2.00

For students with partial course load (less than twelve credits), the quantitative element will be computed based on

the equivalent semesters of study.

The satisfactory academic progress regulation applies to all students who are studying full-time (12 credits or more),

those studying three-quarters (9-11 credits), part-time students (6-8 credits) and non-traditional students (any

combination thereof) including students studying less than half time.

Regulation for New Students

A. Students admitted directly from high school:

It is presumed that at the moment they begin their studies, they’re making satisfactory academic progress.

B. Transferred Students:

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1. To determine their eligibility in their first period of studies, it will also be assumed they are making

satisfactory academic progress at the time of enrollment.

2. The grades obtained in other institutions will not be included in the determination of the Satisfactory

Academic Progress.

3. Except for the above features the satisfactory academic progress of transferred students is evaluated in

accordance with the regulations governing other students of the same classification under the policy of

internal validation.

Regulation for Repeated Courses

Any student eligible to receive funds from various Federal Financial Aid programs who does not pass a course has

the right to repeat the same one time and receive Title IV funds. If he fails a second time, he loses his eligibility and

must pay for the course.

"Warning" Probation, Suspension, Restitution and Appeal Process

A. Notice of Noncompliance

1. The first time a student does not meet one or more of the minimum requirements of the regulations of

satisfactory academic progress, he is placed in a period of Notice of Noncompliance, “warning”, for one

academic semester during which the student will be eligible to receive Federal Financial Aid. At the end of

the notice period, the student must have overcome his academic shortcomings and meet both the minimum

qualitative and quantitative credits as shown in the Academic Progress Chart.

2. A student who has received a Notice of Noncompliance “warning” must attend the Counseling office

regularly for academic guidance.

3. Readmitted students may be eligible to receive Federal Financial Aid as long as they meet federal eligibility

requirements and were not in academic suspension in the semester in which they left the school.

The student who was in academic suspension at the time he left school does not meet academic

progress. This student may conduct an appeal process to determine eligibility for Federal Financial

Aid funding when applying for readmission.

B. Suspension

Any student, who does not meet one or more of the Regulations of Academic Progress in his second evaluation

and is classified in Suspension, will be ineligible to receive Federal Financial Aid, including Student Loans.

However, he can restore his eligibility and be classified in Probation after filing for an appeal and having it

approved.

1. The second time a student does not meet the minimum requirements established in the Satisfactory

Academic Progress regulations, he will be ineligible to receive Federal Financial Aid.

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2. Any student who has received Federal Financial Aid for the maximum time frame established in this rule

and has not completed his program of studies, will not be making satisfactory academic progress, and will

become ineligible to receive Federal Financial Aid.

C. Appeal Process

1. The student, whose Federal Financial Aid has been suspended for failing to comply with the rules of

Satisfactory Academic Progress, has the right to appeal the decision by submitting a document stating the

circumstances which affected his academic achievement, and sustaining them with relevant documentation.

2. There are circumstances that are considered critical and mitigating. These are:

Student’s prolonged illness (certified by a doctor)

Student’s accident

Death of a close relative (father, mother, spouse, children).

Military service or employment-related travel.

Job loss (student or parent).

Alteration of the family unit, such as parental divorce or own, death of a parent or spouse, among

others.

Disease of the head of the household which has created a situation of real economic need.

Any other situation of major cause with documented evidence. (Subject to the discretion of the Appeals

Committee and under very special conditions, the change in the academic objective may be considered

a mitigating circumstance.)

3. The student cannot appeal twice in succession with the same mitigating circumstance.

4. Requests for appeal shall be filed in the Registrar’s Office in a period no longer than 5 working days after

receiving notification of suspension.

The Appeals Committee will review the case and notify the decision to the student on or before the start of the

next semester.

Students, who file their Appeal request after the filing date, will be evaluated during the semester. NO appeal

requests will be received after the first day of classes of the semester.

Until the appeal is not favorably approved, the student is ineligible to participate in Federal Aid Programs and

must make payment arrangements with the Bursar's Office for payment of his tuition.

The acceptance of an application for appeal does not constitute an agreement that the

application will be resolved favorably.

The Appeals Committee will be made up of the following:

Administrative Director and Technical Supervisor

Financial Aid Supervisor or Financial Aid Officer

Registrar or Registrar Officer

Counselor and one Faculty Representative

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Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy Exclusively for Student and/or Veterans Beneficiaries (VA)

All Veterans and/or Veteran Beneficiaries must comply with the following requisites in order to maintain

eligibility to the Veterans Program:

1. In order to receive aid from the Veterans Department, they must finish their studies in the established time

frame based on the duration of the program.

a. Students, who do not finish the program in the normal duration of the program time frame, will not be

eligible to receive Veterans aid. However, they will be able to complete their studies in the established

time and a half (1.5) time frame as stipulated in the Academic Progress Policy.

2. The Veteran and or beneficiary must maintain a 2.00 GPA at the end of each evaluation period.

a. The student who does not comply with a 2.00 GPA at the end of the first evaluation period, will be notified

that he is in his first probation period.

b. The probation period shall consist of one evaluation period and the Veteran and/or the beneficiary shall

maintain his eligibility during said period.

c. If at the end of said period the Veteran and/or the beneficiary complies with the required 2.00 GPA, he shall

be able to continue his studies.

d. The Veteran and/or the beneficiary who at the end of the probation period does not attain the 2.00 GPA

shall not be in compliance with the Veteran’s established satisfactory academic progress policy and thus

will not be eligible to receive Veteran’s benefits for the duration of one term of studies.

e. If at the end of the suspension period the student attains a 2.00 GPA he will again be eligible to receive

Veteran’s benefits. If he does not attain that average, he shall be terminated from the Institution.

f. The beneficiary may request re-admission as established in the student catalog.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Chart

24 credits /720 hours Program

24 credits /720 hours Program 1st 2nd

Hours offered by the Institution 360 720

Minimum attendance required 324 648

Minimum average required 2.00 2.00


26.5 credits /800 hours Program

26.5 credits /800 hours Program 1st 2nd

Hours offered by the Institution 400 800

Minimum attendance required 360 720

Minimum average required 2.00 2.00

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40 credits /1200 hours Program

40 credits /1200 hours Program 1st 2nd 3rd

Hours offered by the Institution 420 840 1,200

Minimum attendance required 378 756 1,080

Minimum average required 2.00 2.00 2.00

Student Information Release Policy

The Buckley Amendment requires the Institution to maintain student record confidentiality at all times. No

information regarding a student's academic record (with the exception of authorized personnel) will be released

without written permission from the student. The student must fill out a Student Information Release Form where

he will list the information he wants released and to whom he wants the information given.

Grading System

100 – 90 A (4.0)

89 – 80 B (3.0)

79 – 70 C (2.0)

69 – 60 D (1.0)

59 – 0 F (0.0)

Administrative Notation System

I Incomplete

R Repeat

W Official Withdrawal

AW Administrative Withdrawal without Academic Penalty

NS

CE

CI

No Show

External Convalidation

Internal Convalidation

Graduation Certificate

To obtain his graduation certificate and be able to attend the graduation ceremony,, the student must complete and

present the request form: Entrega de Certificado de Graduación, in the Registrar’s Office, not have a financial debt

with the Institution, and have his files complete in all departments. The graduate receives his certificate at the

Registrar’s Office. In order to graduate, the student must obtain an average of no less than 2.0.

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Certificates that are granted

Tecnología en Mecánica Automotriz –TMA (Automotive Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Mecánica Automotriz Avanzada – TMAA (Advanced Automotive Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada – TEFI (Fuel Injection Technology)

Tecnología en Mecánica Diesel – TMD (Diesel Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología Diesel y Sistemas Avanzados – TDSA (Diesel and Advanced Systems Technology)

Tecnología Electromecánica Automotriz Avanzada – TEAA (Advanced Automotive Electromechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Refrigeración y Aire Acondicionado Automotriz – TAA*


Tecnología en Mecánica Marina – TMM (Marine Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Mecánica Marina Avanzada – TMMA (Advanced Marine Mechanics Technology)

Tecnología en Transmisiones Automáticas – TTA ** (Automatic Transmissions Technology)

Sistemas Eléctricos y Electrónicos en Seguridad y Sonido – SEESS*


Tecnología de la Reparación de Colisión Automotriz – TRCA*** (Automotive Collision Repair Technology)

Mecánica de Motoras – MM** (Motorcycle Mechanics)

* Not offered in Aguadilla *** Bayamón, Aguadilla ond Ponce

** Not offered in Caguas

Office Hours

Registrar

Aguadilla

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Bayamón


Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Caguas


Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Ponce

Monday and Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Fajardo Satellite Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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FINANCIAL AID

Federal Financial Aid

Federal Pell Grant

This program was established by the Federal Government as the foundation for student aid programs. It is a grant

that does not have to be repaid.

Procedure

To participate in the Federal Pell Grant program the student must fill out and submit in the Financial Aid Office,

the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). As a federal requirement, all students must use the

electronic version of FAFSA on the web (https://fafsa.ed.gov). It’s important to apply for an FSA ID, which

replaces the PIN (personal identity number) by accessing (https://fsaid.ed.gov) which will permit the student to sign

the FAFSA electronically. If the student is going to include information about his parents on the FAFSA, one of

the parents must also apply for his own FSAID for the electronic signature.

Follow-up

Once the application is submitted, the student will receive via e-mail, his Student Aid Report (SAR). The institution

will receive the results electronically. This electronic result is called, Institutional Student Information Report

(ISIR).

The Supervisor or Officer of Financial Aid will inform the student of his eligibility and approval of aid, if any, and

if any corrections or additional information is needed. The eligibility will be determined by utilizing the EFC

(Expected Family Contribution), the cost of education, and the academic load (enrolment status).

Direct Loan Program

In addition to the Federal Pell Grant, the Federal Government developed the Direct Loan Program. This is a low

interest loan provided by the Department of Education of the U.S., that has an origination fee. This program offers

Stafford Loans (subsidized or unsubsidized), PLUS (for parents of students) and consolidation loans. All these loans

are repaid directly to the Department of Education.

This program helps the student to finance the educational costs not covered by the Federal Pell Grant. The

participants must comply with all the requirements established for the program. For information the student may

access the web page https://studentaid.ed.gov, or obtain information at the Financial Aid Office of each campus.

https://studentaid.ed.gov/

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Procedure

When a student applies for a Federal Student Loan, the Financial Aid Office personnel offers him an Entrance

Counseling Interview. He is informed of the amounts to which he is eligible, his rights and responsibilities, options

to postpone or reduce his payments and consequences of not paying. Before applying for a loan, the student must

have first applied for a Federal Pell Grant, even if he/she believes is ineligible, to receive any benefit. Also the EFC

is utilized from the ISIR to determine the amount to which the student is eligible.

The student must receive the “entrance interview” process and complete the master the Master Promissory Note

(MPN) electronically through the web https://studentloans.gov. If the student does not have internet access, the

Financial Aid Office at each campus has this service available for the student’s use.

After completing the loan application, the student is given a copy of his MPN and Entrance Counseling Interview.

The student is informed that the loan amount will be divided in two disbursements for 2 semester programs and 3

disbursements for the 3 semester programs, which will be accredited to the account only if the student is enrolled

and active in the institution and satisfies all eligibility requirements. It is explained that the loan is for educational

costs and if the student has a debt with the institution, it will be accredited, and a reimbursement will be provided

for the difference, if any.

It is mentioned that he must begin to pay the loan if the student reduces his academic load (enrolment status) to less

than half time, because of graduation, interruption of studies or is studying at an institution that does not participate

in the program.

Direct PLUS Loan (For parents of dependent students)

This loan for parents of dependent students, permits the parents to cover 100% of the educational costs of the

student. Any parent who wishes to apply for a PLUS loan is provided detailed orientation about his obligations to

pay the loan, interests and payment options. He/she can apply for a loan to cover the total cost of education less

any other financial aid amount received.

The PLUS Loans have a fixed interest rate and the U.S Department of Education charges an origination fee. It does

not require the dependent student’s signature. To process the application, only the applying parent’s signature is

needed. A pre-cualification credit check, and the student’s FAFSA must also have been processed.

Federal Funds “Campus-Based”

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant

The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant program (FSEOG) is intended for undergraduate students

who can evidence exceptional financial need. In other words, students who have a lower Expected Financial

Contribution (EFC). Priority is given to those students who receive Federal Pell Grant. The allocated amount is

subject to the student’s need, available funds in the institution, and if the student meets the eligibility requirements

established by both, federal regulations and the institutional policy for granting aid.

https://studentloans.gov/

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Eligibility Requirements:

Be enrolled in an eligible program.

Complete the FAFSA application and have a valid ISIR (the elected students must have the verification

completed).

Have a financial need as established by the Federal Department of Education.

Maintain an academic progress as stated in Federal Regulation.

Eligible student population with EFC = 0 will be taken into consideration.

Federal Work-Study Program (FWS)

The Federal Work-Study Program is one of the financial aid programs which make up Campus Based Programs.

Just as for FSEOG, the institution must contribute 25% by concept of matching funds, with the exception of those

students assigned as reading tutors of which their salaries can be covered 100% with federal funds. The work done

by eligible students may be for federal, state, public or private agencies profit and nonprofit and the work done

should be for the public interest. If it is a private for profit, the employment must be related to the program they’re

studying. A minimum of 7% of the allocation of funds should be allocated to community projects and at least one

(1) student should be employed as a reading tutor in an elementary school or a literacy project community.

The student’s need will be evaluated as established by the Federal Department of Education. In addition to his

financial aid file, where the eligibility and the need analysis is determined, evidence of the job description, evidence

of hours worked and evaluations made by the supervisor.

Eligibility Requirements:

Complete the FAFSA application in the dates established by the institution.

Express interest in participating in the Federal Work-Study Program.

Complete the verification process (if applicable).

Have financial need.

Maintain academic progress.

Be enrolled in the term being employed.

Not work during class hours.

State Financial Aid (CEPR)

Scholarship Program for students with Academic Talent (BETA): for students enrolled full-time in

undergraduate or graduate programs (each fiscal year will determine to which levels the funds will apply), who

have an academic average of 3.00 or more and an income no more than 80% of the median household income as

established for the corresponding fiscal year.

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Requirements for eligibility:

1. Be an American citizen or eligible non-citizen, resident in Puerto Rico.

2. Be academically qualified to study at the postsecondary level which corresponds to the aid they receive.

3. Be enrolled in a participating institution pursuing studies in a program duly authorized by the CEPR, and

eligible as defined by the federal statutes (Title IV of the federal higher education law of 1965, as amended)

which govern economic assistance programs for students.

4. Demonstrate economic need based on the need analysis established in the federal regulations.

5. Maintain academic progress, and the academic average required by the aid received.

6. Maintain a full-time academic load.

7. Not change institution or program of studies.

Automeca Educational Scholarship Foundation Inc.

Automeca Educational Scholarship Foundation’s mission is to promote the student’s integral development, by

offering financial aid to students who have the academic potential and lack financial resources to study at Automeca

Technical College, thus facilitating their goal to become successful automotive technicians or mechanics (Subject

to approving the Board of Automotive Technicians and Mechanics State License test).

The candidates for the educational grant must submit, along with the application, the following documents on or

before the established date. *

Expected Family Contribution = 0

Demonstrate economic need through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) results.

Certified copy of the student’s high school credit transcript. The GPA must be not less than 3.0.

A hand written essay by the student (The topic will be assigned annually). This essay must have a minimum of

200 words.

The scholarship recipients must comply with the following requirements in order to maintain the grant:

Be a full time student.

Maintain a GPA of not less than 3.0, to be evaluated each semester.

Comply with the regulations established in Automeca Technical College’s Student Catalog.

If the student withdraws, the funds will be returned to the Foundation.

If the student does not comply with the requirements mentioned above, he/she will lose the permanently

eligibility.

The application and documents must be sent to Automeca Educational Scholarship Foundation Inc. via post mail

to: Automeca Technical College PO Box 8569 Bayamon, PR 00960. Once the student qualifies, he will be notified

by mail, and the funds will be applied to his tuition.**

*Students will be notified.

**Subject to eligibility and availability of funds.

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Office Hours

Financial Aid

Aguadilla


Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Bayamón

Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Caguas



Ponce

Monday and Thursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Tuesday, Wednesday and

Friday

8:30 am – 5:30 pm

Fajardo Satellite Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.


BURSAR’S OFFICE

Financial Obligation with the Institution

During registration, the student (with a parent or legal guardian if a minor) signs and receives a copy of an

Enrollment Agreement which details the cost of the program, the payment methods and a payment plan (if

applicable) which the student must comply with. Should the student not comply with the payment plan, the

Institution may request payment of the full amount of the debt on, deny processing of official documents, and may

suspend the student or terminate the contract. The student, or the parent or tutor (if student is under age 21), will

be responsible for legal fees and other costs incurred by the school in the process of collecting the debt and may be

reported to a Collection Agency.

Note: The Bursar’s Office will only take into consideration cases of extreme circumstances evaluated

and referred by the Administrative Director.

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TUITION AND OTHER COSTS*

New Students other

program

TRCA, TMMA,

TMAA, TDSA

Registration Fee** $45.00 $45.00

Insurance $6.00 $12.00

Total $51.00 $57.00

***Graduation fee $50

Re-admissions

Students who do not attend Automeca for at least one semester, and apply for re-admission must pay:

other

program

TRCA,TMMA

TMAA, TDSA

Re-Admissions fee** $10.00 $10.00

Insurance $6.00 $12.00

Total $16.00 $22.00

* Non-refundable - see cancellation and refund policy

** Costs subject to change

*** Payable in the last semester of the program

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PROGRAM ABBREVIATIONS

TMA Tecnología en Mecánica Automotriz (Automotive Mechanics Technology)

TMAA Tecnología en Mecánica Automotriz Avanzada (Advanced Automotive Mechanics Technology)

TEFI Tecnología en Electrónica Automotriz Computadorizada (Fuel Injection Technology)

TMD Tecnología en Mecánica Diesel (Diesel Mechanics Technology)

TDSA Tecnología Diesel y Sistemas Avanzados (Advanced Diesel and Systems Technology)

TEAA Tecnología en Electromecánica Automotriz Avanzada (Advanced Automotive Electromechanics

Technology)

TAA Tecnología en Refrigeración y Aire Acondicionado Automotriz


TMM Tecnología en Mecánica Marina (Marine Mechanics Technology)

TMMA Tecnología en Mecánica Marina Avanzada (Advanced Marine Mechanics Technology)

TTA Tecnología en Transmisiones Automáticas (Automatic Transmision Technology)

SEESS Sistemas Eléctricos y Electrónicos en Seguridad y Sonido


TRCA Tecnología de la Reparación de Colisión Automotriz (Automotive Collision Repair Technology)

MM Mecánica de Motoras (Motorcycle Mechanics)

Program Costs ****

Programs Duration Total Cost

TMA 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

TMAA 3 SEMESTERS $11,100.00

TEFI 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

TMD 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

TDSA 3 SEMESTERS $11,100.00

TEAA 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

TMM 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

TMMA 3 SEMESTERS $11,100.00

MM 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

TAA 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

SEESS 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

TTA 2 SEMESTERS $7,400.00

TRCA 3 SEMESTERS $11,100.00

****subject to change

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CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

Cancellations Prior to the Class Start Date

If a candidate cancels his enrollment within three (3) working days after having signed the enrollment contract, the

Institution will refund all monies paid. If he/she cancels three (3) days after having signed the contract, and prior

to the class start, he/she will be reimbursed 100% of all monies paid to the school (except those charges deemed

non-refundable) within thirty (30) days after the first day of classes or the cancellation date.

Applicants who have not visited the institutional facilities before signing the contract will have the opportunity of

cancelling, without incurring in penalties during the first three days of assisting to a regular orientation, or after

visiting the facilities and inspecting the equipment.

Cancellations after Start of Classes

For those students who withdraw or are withdrawn, expelled or terminated after class start, the refunds will be

calculated based on the last date of attendance and will be paid within a 14 day term after the documented

withdrawal or termination date.

Title IV Funds Refund Policy

Automeca Technical College has a Return Policy that complies with the rules and regulations set forth by the U. S.

Department of Education (USDE).

The Title IV Return Policy establishes the form in which the amount of Title IV funds that the student has earned is

determined based on the last date of attendance in the payment period or semester when a withdrawal or termination

has occurred during the payment period in which the student attended. If the amount of Title IV funds earned is less

than the amount disbursed, the difference between both amounts must be reimbursed or returned to the Federal

Department of Education.

The Institution utilizes the calculation sheet R2T4 established by the USDE to process the computation, taking into

consideration the time the student attended during the term. The reimbursement will be proportionate to the time not

attended by the student and the Institution will retain the portion based on time attended. In any payment period

where the student attended over 60 percent, the Institution has the right to retain 100 percent of the costs determined

as incurred.

1. The percentage completed will be determined by dividing the number of calendar days transpired at the moment

of the withdrawal by the number of calendar days in the term.

2. To determine the number of days in the term, the Institution will utilize the first and last days of class in the term.

3. The Institution will exclude, from the calculation described in step 2, all recess periods of five days or more in

the term.

4. The Institution must return all unearned funds in a period of no more than 45 days of the withdrawal

determination date.

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5. If the amount paid by the student is greater than the amount charged, the student will be eligible to receive a

refund after processing the withdrawal within a period of 14 days.

6. Once the student attends over 60 percent of the calendar days in the term, the fees and costs are considered as

incurred and the student will not have a right to a refund.

Institutional Refund Policy

Automeca Technical College (ATC) utilizes, as part of its Institutional Refund Policy, the calculation sheet

established by the USDE known as R2T4, to calculate the institutional charges in the payment period and adjust the

costs of study in the case of a student who processes an official or unofficial withdrawal, or has been expelled or

terminated after class start.

The difference of the retained (earned) portion is applied to determine the unearned amount (withdrawal credit) for

the payment period. In any payment period (term) in which the student has attended over 60 percent, the Institution

has the right to retain 100 percent of the costs determined as incurred and zero percentage withdrawal credit.

Students who process a withdrawal (official or unofficial) or have been expelled or terminated after class start will

have an administrative fee applied in the amount of $100.00 dollars. The formula which the Institution will apply

to determine the fees and costs incurred will be:

1. The percentage completed will be determined by dividing the number of calendar days transpired at the

moment of the withdrawal by the number of calendar days in the term.

2. To determine the number of days in the term, the Institution will utilize the first and last days of class in the

term.

3. The Institution will exclude, from the calculation described in step 2, all recess periods of five days or more

in the term.

4. The Institution must return all unearned funds in a period of no more than 45 days of the withdrawal

determination date.

5. If the amount payed by the student is greater than the amount charged, the student will be eligible to receive

a refund after processing the withdrawal within a period of 14 days.

6. Once the student attends over 60 percent of the calendar days in the term, the fees and costs are considered

as incurred and the student will not have a right to a refund.

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Adjustments for Withdrawals

The following policy will be used when making cost adjustments for students who withdraw, stop attending classes

or are terminated after class starts.

1. If the student does not attend any of his classes, 100% of all monies paid in advance, except those deemed non-

refundable will be returned.

2. Refer to Title IV Refund Policy.

Change in Enrollment Status

If a student doesn’t begin one or more of the classes, in which he originally enrolled and his academic load

decreases, his Pell Grant award will be adjusted according to the number of credits of the classes he begins (12 or

more credits, full-time award; 9-11 credits, ¾ time award, 6-8 credits, half-time award; less than 6 credits, payment

will be adjusted according to the less than ½ time payment scale). The student is responsible for the balance not

covered by the Pell Grant. If a student adds classes to his original enrollment program, tuition costs will increase

and Pell adjustments will be made (if applicable).

Office Hours

Bursar’s Office

Aguadilla


Monday and Wednesday

10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Bayamon

Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Friday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Caguas



8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Ponce

Monday, Thursday and Friday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday and Wednesday

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Fajardo Satellite Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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PLACEMENT OFFICE

The department’s goal is to ensure that the greatest number of our students be placed in automotive field related

employments once they graduate. Students are evaluated prior to being referred to job interviews. Once an offer is

received, qualified applicants are sent for interviews. It is the employer who selects and hires the candidate. Job offers

are received from sources such as telephone calls, newspapers, visits to shops and dealers, and the Department of Labor

among others. Automeca Technical College offers service orientation in job search to active students or graduates; but

it does not guarantee them employment.

Office Hours

Placement Office

Aguadilla



Bayamón


Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Caguas



8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Ponce

Monday and Wednesday 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Fajardo Satellite

Monday and Wednesday


10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING PROGRAM

Automeca Technical College has a Professional Counseling Program, which serves as a support system to

both the faculty and students. One of its goals is to strengthen the teaching-learning process, by encouraging

the development of optimal conditions, which will serve to improve the quality of our student’s lives.

Its main objective is to contribute to the integral development of the student and to enable him to become a

useful, responsible, and productive person.

Counseling is a proactive process, which utilizes different theories and techniques to help the student. The

program offers the following services: individual and group counseling, information, follow-up, advising and

consultation. All this is done following strict confidentiality regulations.

Office Hours

Counseling

Aguadilla



Bayamón



Caguas



Ponce



5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Fajardo Satellite

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Curricular Review

Automeca Technical College annually reviews the curricular content of all its programs. This review is

made with all our teachers, technical supervisors, advisory committee members and special reviews with people

from the industry. Our main objective is to stay within the requirements of the industry, maintain our institutional

goals, and educate our students with responsibility.

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PROGRAMS OF STUDY

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

24 credits / 720 contact hrs.

And 180 hours outside preparation

Approx. 8 months

2 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TMA 1012 Basic Fundamentals of Automotive Mechanics 6 Crs.

TMA 1024 Fundamentals of Automotive Electricity, its Components and Electric Accessories 6 Crs.

SECOND SEMESTER

TMA 2012 Clutch Systems and Manual Gear Cases 6 Crs.

TMA 2024 Brake System, Tires, Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems 6 Crs.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

Upon successful completion of the program, the student will have acquired the knowledge and developed the skills,

which will help him understand the basic principles of automotive mechanics and thus enable him to enter the

workforce on an entry level as an automotive mechanic able to correctly identify, diagnose and repair automotive

malfunctions once he passes the licensing exam offered by the Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos Automotrices de

P.R. (Licensing Board)

OUTSIDE WORK, PREPARATION AND RESEARCH (Applies to all programs)

External or Outside Preparation is research work, reading, industry on-site visits, preparation of scale

models, and other assignments that are required for the course. These assignments are not be done during

class time. They must be coordinated with the student’s teacher and there should be evidence to prove the

assignment was done. It is recommended that the teacher inform and discuss these assignments with the

students at the beginning of the course. The teacher must inform the date the assignments are due. The

teacher must coordinate that the assignments be handed in close to the day the subjects are being discussed

in classroom. The assignments can be done individually or in small groups of students. They can be graded

as part of the regular tests that the teacher offers during the course or as part of the required special

projects’ grades (two grades for 6 credit courses and one grade for 3 or 2 credit courses).

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ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

40 credits/1,200 contact hours and

300 hours of outside preparation

Approx. 12months

3 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TMAA 101 Basic Fundamentals of Auto Mechanics, Laws and Regulations 3 Credits

TMAA 102 The Internal Combustion Engine and Systems 3 Credits

TMAA 103 Principles of Electricity 3 Credits

TMAA 104 The Automobile’s Manual Transmission and Differential 3 Credits

ICO 105 Introduction to Computers 2 Credits

SECOND SEMESTER

TMAA 201 Principles and Troubleshooting of Noise, Vibration and Harshness (N.V.H.) 3 Credits

TMAA 202 The Automobile’s Automatic Transmission 3 Credits

TMAA 203 The Automobile’s Brake System 3 Credits

TMAA 204 The Automobile’s Suspensión and Steering System 3 Credits

SAV 205 Vehicle Air Conditioning System 2 Credits

THIRD SEMESTER

TMAA 301 The Automobile’s Standard Electric System 3 Credits

TMAA 302 Principles of Electronic Control 3 Credits

TMAA 303 The Automobile’s Electric and Electronic Systems 3 Credits

TMAA 304 Computerized Troubleshooting 3 Credits

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

Upon successful completion of the program, the student will have acquired the knowledge and developed the skills

which will help him understand the principles of advanced auto mechanics or techniciantechnology and therefore

enable him to enter the workforce on an entry-level as an auto mechanic able to correctly repair vehicles once he

passes the Licensing Board Exam offered by the Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos Automotrices de Puerto Rico.

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FUEL INJECTION TECHNOLOGY

24 credits / 720 contact hrs. and

180 hours outside preparation

Approx. 8 months

2 semesters

PRE-REQUISITE

* Have completed one (1) Automotive Mechanics program

FIRST SEMESTER

TEFI 101 Electronic Engine Control Principles 3 Credits

TEFI 102 Fuel Metering Electronic Control 3 Credits

TEFI 103 Automotive Ignition Systems 3 Credits

TEFI 104 Emission Control 3 Credits

SECOND SEMESTER

TEFI 201 Onboard Diagnostics II 3 Credits

TEFI 202 Automotive Immobilizer and Operation Modes Systems 3 Credits

TEFI 203 Powertrain Diagnostics 3 Credits

TEFI 204 Advanced Diagnostics 3 Credits

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

The objective of this program is to enable the student to correctly diagnose, evaluate and repair Fuel

Injection Control Systems malfunctions in domestic and foreign vehicles. Upon successful completion of

the program and passing the exam offered by “Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos Automotrices de P.R.”, the

student will be able to enter the workforce on an entry level as a Fuel Injection mechanic or technician.

* Evidence required

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DIESEL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY



Approx. 8months

2 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TMD 1012 Basic Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines and Structure of Diesel Motors 6 Crs.

TMD 1024 Diesel Engine Systems and Basic Fundamentals of the Electrical System and its

Components 6 Crs.

SECOND SEMESTER

TMD 2012 Fundamentals of Electric and Computerized Systems 6 Crs.

TMD 2024 Clutch, Transmissions, Differentials, Suspension, Brake Systems

And Hydraulic Propulsion 6 Crs.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES


needed to understand the principles of Diesel Mechanics. He will be able to enter the workforce as an entry level

Diesel mechanic, able to correctly identify, diagnose and repair malfunctions in internal combustion diesel engines,

once he passes the licencing exam offered by the Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos Automotrices de P.R.

(Licencing Board)

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DIESEL TECHNOLOGY AND ADVANCED SYSTEMS

40 credits/1,200 contact hours and

300 hours of outside preparation

Approx. 12 months

3 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TDSA 101 Basic Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines 3 Credits

TDSA 102 Diesel Engine Structure 3 Credits

TDSA 103 Diesel Engine Systems 3 Credits

TDSA 104 Basic Fundamentals of Injection Systems 3 Credits


SECOND SEMESTER

TDSA 201 Basic Fundamentals of the Electrical System and its Components 3 Credits

TDSA 202 Troubleshooting Systems and Electrical Components 3 Credits

TDSA 203 Clutch, Transmissions, Differentials and Suspension 3 Credits

TDSA 204 Suspension Systems with Hydraulic Principles and the Brake System 3 Credits


THIRD SEMESTER

TDSA 301 Diesel Electronic Controls 3 Credits

TDSA 302 Output Electronic Devices 3 Credits

TDSA 303 Emission Control with Diesel Catalytics 3 Credits

TDSA 304 Anti-lock Brake Systems 3 Credits

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE


which will help him understand the principles of Diesel technology and therefore enable him to enter the workforce

on an entry-level as a Diesel mechanic or Technician able to correctly identify, diagnose and repair Diesel internal

combustion engines once he passes the Licensing Board Exam offered by the Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos

Automotrices de Puerto Rico.

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ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE ELECTROMECHANICS TECHNOLOGY



Approx. 8 months

2 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TEAA 101 Introduction to the Organization of Shop-Laboratory, and Starting Systems. 6 Crs.

TEAA 102 Automotive Electronics and Electromechanics Fundamentals 6 Crs.

SECOND SEMESTER

TEAA 201 Principles of Charging and Ignition Systems 6 Crs.

TEAA 202 Automotive Electronic Control Systems 6 Crs.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

The objective of the program is to prepare and train students, with the necessary technical knowledge and

practice to enable them to meet the demand for Electromechanics Technicians. Upon successful

completion of the program they will be able to enter the automotive industry workforce as an entry level

auto electromechanic, once they pass the licensing exam offered by the Junta de Técnicos y mecánicos

automotrices de P.R. (Licensing Board)

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AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY*

26.5 credits / 800 contact hrs.

(201 hours outside preparation)

Approx. 9 months

2 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TAA 101 Engine Fundamentals and Refrigeration Principles 6.7 Crs.

TAA 102 Principles of Electricity and Air Conditioner System Controls 6.7 Crs.

SECOND SEMESTER

TAA 103 Automotive Air Conditioners - Operations and Troubleshooting 6.7 Crs.

TAA 104 Electronic Engine Control Systems 6.7 Crs.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE


which will allow him to understand the processes which control the functioning of the automotive air conditioning

system. He will be prepared to clearly, precisely and correctly, identify, diagnose and repair malfunctions in said

system and enter the workforce as an entry level automotive refrigeration technician once he passes the Licencing

Board Exam offered by the Junta Examinadora de Técnicos de Refrigeración de Puerto Rico.

*This program is not offered in Aguadilla.

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MARINE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY



Approx. 8 months

2 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TMM 101 Inboard Gasoline Engine Mechanics 6 Crs.

TMM 102 Marine Engine Mechanics 6 Crs.

SECOND SEMESTER

TMM 201 Outboard Engine Reconstruction and Mechanics 6 Crs.

TMM 202 Gearbox and Hydraulic Steering System in Marine Mechanics 6 Crs.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

Upon successful completion of the Marine Mechanics Technology program, the student will have acquired the

knowledge and developed the skills which will permit him to understand the processes which control the functions

of marine engines. He will be prepared to clearly, precisely, and correctly identify, diagnose and repair malfunctions

in said system. He will be able to enter the marine mechanics workforce as an entry level marine mechanic once

he passes the Licencing Board Examination offered by the Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos Automotrices.

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ADVANCED MARINE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

40 credits/1,200 contact hours

(300 hours of outside preparation)

Approx. 12 months

3 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TMMA 101 Safety, Laws and Introduction to the Marine Engine 3 Credits

TMMA 102 Operations of a Marine Engine 3 Credits

TMMA 103 Marine Engine Systems (Fuel, Lubrication and Cooling) 3 Credits

TMMA 104 Electricity Fundamentals, its Components, Electrical Accessories and the

Ignition System

3 Credits


SECOND SEMESTER

TMMA 201 The Outboard Motor’s Systems 3 Credits

TMMA 202 Fundamentals and Service to the Powerhead 3 Credits

TMMA 203 Fundamental and Service to the Propeller System 3 Credits

TMMA 204 Steering System and Stability Control 3 Credits


THIRD SEMESTER

TMMA 301 LED Troubleshooting (EFI) Inboard and Outboard Motors 3 Credits

TMMA 302 Direct Injection System 3 Credits

TMMA 303 Four Cycle Engines – Components and Maintenance 3 Credits

TMMA 304 Four Cycle Engines – Troubleshooting and Repair (Outboard) 3 Credits

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE


which will help him understand the principles of advanced marine mechanics technology, inboard and outboard

type, and therefore enable him to enter the workforce on an entry-level as an marine mechanic able to correctly

identify, diagnose and repair mechanical problems in a clear and precise way. Upon satisfactory completion of his

course, and pass the exam offered by the “Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos Automotrices de P.R.”, the student will

be able to go in the labor market as an entry level marine technician.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS TECHNOLOGY*



Approx. 8 months

2 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TTA 101 The Development and Principles of the Automatic Transmissions 6 Crs.

TTA 102 The Automatic Gear case 6 Crs.

SECOND SEMESTER

TTA 201 Electronics in Transmissions 6 Crs.

TTA 202 Service and Repair of Automatic Transmissions 6 Crs.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

Upon successful completion of the Automatic Transmissions Technology Program, the student will have

acquired the knowledge and developed the skills which will permit him to correctly and precisely identify,

diagnose, and repair malfunctions in Automatic Transmissions and enter the work force as an entry level

auto mechanic once he passes the Licencing Board Exam offered by the Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos

Automotrices de Puerto Rico.

*This program is not offered in Caguas.

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ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS IN SECURITY AND SOUND SYSTEMS *



Approx. 8 months

2 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

SEESS 101 General Concepts in Electricity 3 credits

SEESS 102 Introduction to Electronics 3 credits

SEESS 103 Measuring Equipment, Electrical Components

and Circuit Repairing 3 credits

SEESS 104 Automotive Alarms 3 credits

SECOND SEMESTER

SEESS 201 Introduction to Computers 3 credits

SEESS 202 Commercial, Residential and Industrial Alarms 3 credits

SEESS 203 Practical and Applied Electronics 3 credits

SEESS 204 Sound Systems 3 credits

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

Upon successful completion of the program the student will have acquired the knowledge and technical skills in

automotive alarms and sound systems that will enable him to perform successfully in the electrical and electronic

security and sound system business.

*This program is not offered in Aguadilla.

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AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY*

40 credits/1200 contact hrs.

(Plus 300 hours outside preparation)

Approx. 12 months

3 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

TRCA 101 Auto Body works and Refinishing Principles in Automotive Collision 3 credits

TRCA 102 Estimate Preparation and Employment Skills 3 credits

TRCA 103 Principles in Surface Repair 3 credits

TRCA 104 Application and Sandpapering the Vehicles’ Intermediate Surface Layers 3 credits

TRCA 105 Electricity and Electronics in Auto Collision 2 credits

SECOND SEMESTER

TRCA 201 Automotive Repainting Principles 3 credits

TRCA 202 Metal Welding in Auto Collision Repair 3 credits

TRCA 203 Measuring Equipment, Chassis Alignment and Structural Damages in 3 credits

Auto Collision

TRCA 204 Plastic Bumper Repair 3 credits

TRCA 205 Steering Mechanisms, Suspension, Brake System and Air Conditioning 2 credits

in Auto Collision.

THIRD SEMESTER

TRCA 301 Complete Auto Repainting Preparation 3 credits

TRCA 302 Finishing Touches in Auto Repainting Repair 3 credits

TRCA 303 Auto Transparent Application and Polishing 3 credits

TRCA 304 Use and Management of Dye meters 3 credits

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE


which will help him understand the basic principles of automotive collision repairs and thus enable him to enter the

workforce on an entry level as an Automotive Collision Repair technician, able to correctly repair automotive

collisions once he passes the Licencing Board Exam offered by the Junta de Técnicos y Mecánicos Automotrices

de Puerto Rico.

*This program is offered in Bayamón, Aguadilla ond Ponce

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MOTORCYCLE MECHANICS *



Approx. 8 months

2 semesters

FIRST SEMESTER

MM 101 The Evolution of Motorcycles, Tools and Safety 3 credits

MM 102 Two Cycle and Gas Engine Fundamentals 3 credits

MM 103 Transmissions and Clutch System 3 credits

MM 104 Fuel Delivery and Injection System 3 credits

SECOND SEMESTER

MM 201 Introduction to Computers and Scanners 3 credits

MM 202 Powertrain Fundamentals and Drive Hubs 3 credits

MM 203 Suspension and Brake Systems 3 credits

MM 204 The Motorcycle’s Electric and Electronic Circuit 3 credits

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

Upon successfully completing the program, the student will be able to understand the basic principles of motorcycle

mechanics which will enable him to correctly identify, diagnose and repair mechanical problems in a clear and

precise manner based on the knowledge and skills acquired. The graduate will be able to perform as an entry-level

motorcycle mechanic.

* Not offered in Caguas

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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

TMA 1012 Basic Fundamentals of Automotive Mechanics

This course starts with the history of the automobile and its evolution. It covers tools and equipment used

in the shop and its organization and safety. The engine of the automobile is an important subject covered

in this course. The course includes technical vocabulary, combustion process, and basic concepts of the

engine, its classification and location. Other subjects in this course are the construction and reconstruction

of the engine and its sub-systems such as: lubrication system, cooling system, starting system, fuel and air

induction system, exhaust system and emission control system.

TMA 1024 Fundamentals of Automotive Electricity, its Components and Electric Accessories

This section of the program includes theory and fundamentals of electricity, structure of the atom, forms of

producing electricity, the study of conductors and isolators, principles and laws of electricity, measuring

instruments, circuits, fuses and cables. It also includes electrical components of the automobile such as,

the starter, generator, alternator, accessory circuits and the use of equipment. It also covers the ignition

system, electrical indicators on the automotive instrument panel; basic universal components of the

automobile and introduction to electronics.

TMA 2012 Systems and Manual Gear Cases

This course covers the drivetrain system, its description, purpose, components, functions, controls and

construction materials. It includes gearbox, where mechanisms of selection of velocity are discussed,

transfer cases, automatic drive, drive shaft, FWD (front wheel drive) and theoretical concepts of the

differential, its components, adjustments, and conditioning and constant velocity joints.

TMA 2024 Brake System, Tires, Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems

This course covers conventional and anti-lock brake systems (ABS), automotive tires and rims. An

important part of this course is the study of the functionality and construction of the chassis. It covers the

suspension and steering mechanisms, geometric angles of the suspension and wheel alignment servicing.

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ADVANCED AUTO MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

TMAA 101 Basic Fundamentals of Auto Mechanics, Laws and Regulations

The evolutive development of the internal combustion engine, the technical vocabulary and shop

safety are described in this course. Mathematical formulas applied to mechanics such as volumetric

efficiency, compression ratio, power, torque, engine displacement, etc. Shop organization and

regulations applied are discussed. Subjects that are also discussed are tools, equipment and

technical data management.

TMAA 102 The Internal Combustion Engine and Systems

This part of the program begins with the internal combustion engine functions, component

identification and how each one works. It also covers the engine’s subsystems such the lubrication

system, cooling, fuel, intake, ignition and exhaust. The cylinder head and its different

classifications are discussed as well as the service and assembly.

TMAA 103 Principles of Electricity

The subjects that initiate this course are fundamentals of electricity, characteristics, measuring

units and symbols. This part of the program also includes types of circuits, rules that apply to

electricity, analog and digital measuring instruments.

TMAA 104 The Automobile’s Manual Transmission and Differential

This section of the program begins with a description of the clutch system, the functions,

components and construction. Components of the manual transmission such as the gears,

syncronizers, etc. are mentioned. Subjects like types of fluids, additives and applications are

covered as well as the transfer case and transmission shafts. The course ends with the differential,

its components, adjustments and reconditioning.

ICO 105 Introduction to Computers

This course introduces students to the concepts of personal computer management, its components,

operating system and the softwares. It also introduces students to the use of keyboard, word

processors, development of presentations, use and management of Internet and the search for

technical information.

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TMAA 201 The Automobile’s Standard Electric System

This course begins with the subject on electrical diagrams, where electric symbols are discussed,

wiring, online technical information, books and CD’s and just about any electrical diagram

interpretation. Part of this course is the use of troubleshooting tools for electricity work such as

test lights, digital multimeter, oscilloscope, etc. Subjects like batteries, charging system, starting

system, secondary electrical system and the vehicle’s instrument panel.

TMAA 202 The Automobile’s Automatic Transmission

This part of the program describes the evolutive background of automatic transmissions, its

functioning principles and the related technical vocabulary, the mechanical and hydraulic

components that comprise the system. The powerflow and computerized control of the electronic

transmission, including CVT transmissions are the final subjects covered in this course.

TMAA 203 The Automobile’s Brake System

This course starts out with the vehicle’s brake system’s evolution and development, following

specifically with the hydraulic systems, vacuum assist, and hydraulic assist, parking brakes, drum

brakes and disc brakes. The final subjects of the course are anti-lock brake system (A.B.S.),

introduction to regenerative brakes (Hybrid), electronic traction control systems (TC and Advance

Trac) and the vehicle’s tires and wheels.

TMAA 204 The Automobile’s Suspension and Steering System

Concepts of frame, chassis, their purpose, construction and the effect they has on the vehicle are

defined in this part of the program. The vehicle’s suspension mechanism, types, designs, the

relation between the vehicle’s weight and the suspension, front wheel drive and the suspension

system, shock absorbers, etc. are also included. The vehicle’s steering system, geometry angles

and troubleshooting service, repair and alignment are covered in this course.

SAV 205 Vehicle Air Conditioning System

This course begins with the principles of heat transfer, state of matter and the types of heat. Sources

of heat and the operation of the refrigeration cycle. It also covers tools like the manifold gauges,

vacuum pump, and the Refrigerant Recycle/Recover machine, which form a very important part

in this course. Part of the course includes the study of the environmental laws and agencies that

regulate this area such as the E.P.A. The air conditioning system components, types of refrigerants

and types of air conditioning systems are also covered. It also includes the tipes of refrigerants

most frequently used such as R12 and R1 34a.

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TMAA 301 Principles and Troubleshooting of Noise, Vibration and Harshness (N.V.H.)

This course begins with the concepts and vocabulary of vibration, noise and harshness of the

automobile (RUB) and continues with the investigation of causes that affect tires and wheels, the

engine, steering system, body, brake system, suspension, the driveshaft, etc. It also covers the

troubleshooting tools and the procedures.

TMAA 302 Principles of Electronic Control

The first part of this course includes the basic principles of electronics. It explains the relationship

between the module input process and the output. Subjects included such as measuring units,

electronic system devices and elements like semiconductors, return voltage and return signal,

switching sensors, voltage dividing circuits, sensors and integrated circuits.

TMAA 303 The Automobile’s Electric and Electronic Systems

This part of this program begins with the electronic ignition system components, the distributor,

and continues with distributorless ignition systems. Other subjects discussed in this course are

electronic controlled emission systems, electronic fuel delivery system, anti-theft and alarm

system, reverse sensing system, tire pressure monitoring system, airbag systems, car navigation

and audio systems, network and multiplex systems.

TMAA 304 Computerized Troubleshooting

The course begins with the discussion of the technical vocabulary related to computerized

diagnostics. It explains the difference between a generic scan tool (scanner) and an original

equipment manufacturer one. Subjects as OBD I and OBD II, generic scan tools most widely used,

identification of parameters id (PID’s), troubleshooting based on DTC’s service charts, OBD II

monitors, normal engine operation and troubleshooting development are also included.

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FUEL INJECTION TECHNOLOGY

TEFI 101 Electronic Engine Control Principles

This course includes the development of the engine’s electronic control system. It covers the

components of the powertrain control system. The PCM input signals are covered. Sensors like

accelerator pedal position sensor (APP), throttle position sensor (TPS), crankshaft position sensor

(CKP), camshaft position sensor (CMP), manifold absolute pressure sensor (MAP), barometric

pressure sensor (BARO) are discussed among others.

TEFI 102 Fuel Metering Electronic Control

This part of the program describes the operation of the automobile’s air and fuel systems. It

discusses the benefits of the fuel’s stoichiometry and the changes in lean and rich fuel mixture, the

introduction to forced air, the fuel delivery system which includes the fuel control system and

alternative fuels. It ends with OBD troubleshooting.

TEFI 103 Automotive Ignition Systems

This course covers the operation of the ignition system. It carries into effect the ignition system

electronically controlled troubleshooting process of the engine’s timing and the types of ignition

systems used in the industry. The distributorless ignition systems are also included.

TEFI 104 Emission Control

The mainframe of this course is control of vehicle emissions. The importance of the control of

emissions for our planet is included. Subjects like timing system, and variable valve timing on

intake valves and exhaust valves in vehicles with one or double camshafts are covered. The course

ends with the types of variable valve timing systems such as VVT, VVTi, VVTLi, etc.

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TEFI 201 On Board Diagnostics II

The course establishes the relationship between the ignition systems and the engine’s fuel/air

delivery. Subjects such as generic scan tools and OBD II monitors are covered, as well as OBD II

data link connector, Global OBD II diagnostic mode, continuous monitors and non-continuous

monitors among others.

TEFI 202 Automotive Immobilizer and Operation Modes Systems

The first subject covered this course is the vehicle’s operating mode. Starting engine process, low

RPM’s, partial acceleration, wide open throttle acceleration and deceleration. General Motor’s®,

Ford Motor Company®, Chrysler®, Mercedes Benz®, and BMW® immobilizing systems are also

included among others. It also covers the subject on replacing PCM/ECM’s is covered.

TEFI 203 Powertrain Diagnostics

The tools and equipment used to troubleshoot the powertrain are discussed in this course.

Technical information as shop manuals, troubleshooting manuals and electrical diagrams are

discussed as well. Subjects included are: the SSCC process, vehicles operating with natural or

propane gas, and noises or vibrations caused by the engine.

TEFI 204 Advanced Diagnostics

This course begin with the tests and troubleshooting the OBD II system, troubleshooting through

DTC’s, where subjects like components and conditions that generate DTC, tests and practices are

discussed. Troubleshooting by symptoms is included. The course ends with subjects on hybrid

vehicles and scan tools.

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ADVANCED AUTOMOTIVE ELECTROMECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

TEAA 101 Introduction to the Organization of Shop-Laboratory, and Starter Systems

This course includes technical vocabulary relevant to the concept of electro-mechanics. It covers the

principles of safety and organization of shop-laboratory, equipment and tools utilized in the workplace,

electrical and electromechanical components, voltage sources, Starter Systems and the Fundamentals of the

Internal Combustion Engine and Charging System.

TEAA 102 Automotive Electronic and Electromechanics Fundamentals

This part of the course covers the theory and fundamentals of electricity and electronics which include the

composition of matter, electricity, electric measurements, resistors, related laws, electric circuits and

measuring instruments. It also covers alarm, light and accessories systems.

TEAA 201 Principles of the Charging and Starter Systems

This course covers conventional and electronic starting systems of the internal combustion engine,

automotive instrument panels and an introduction to the new technology. It also covers Audio, Navigation,

and Tire Monitoring, Anti-theft systems, Passive alarms and Reverse sensors.

TEAA 202 Automotive Electronic Control Systems

In this course, Electronic Control Systems of the engine are discussed. The course covers the function of

microcomputers, input signals and information processing. Emission controls, Anti-lock Brake and Airbag

Systems are also included in this curriculum. It also includes Multiplex and network systems in the vehicle’s

computers.

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DIESEL MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

TMD 1012 Basic Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines and the Structure of Diesel Motors

The course begins with organization and safety in the shop, precision tools and manuals, and the history of

internal and external combustion. Description of the synchronization process in the engine, compression

relation, turbulence and sweep, safety measures, personal safety, extinguishers, care and maintenance of

tools and equipment are also included. It also covers two and four stroke diesel engines, the functions of

the pistons and block, crankshaft and main bearings, bearings and usage, dampers, camshafts, valves,

cylinder heads, synchronization gears and rocker arms. Engine assembly, tuning and starting the engine

form part of the course.

TMD 1024 Diesel Engine Systems and Basic Fundamentals of the Electrical System and its Components

This part of the program covers the lubrication system, which includes lubricants, oil pumps, oil coolers,

filters, lubrication circuit and pressure gauges. The Air and Liquid Cooling system, Air Induction and

Exhaust are discussed. It also includes Diesel characteristics and properties, Fuel Injection system

components and its operation. It covers Multiple Injection system, Cummins Low Pressure system, two-

cycle Detroit Unitary Injection system and the Regulators.

TMD 2012 Fundamentals of Electric and Computerized Systems

This course covers the theory and fundamentals of electricity, structure of the atom, forms of producing

electricity, basic concepts, battery, conductors and isolators, measuring instruments, fuses, cables, electric

symbols, diagnostics, starters and alternators. It includes the history and development of computerized

systems, diagnostics of micro computerized systems, and application to the other systems of the Diesel

engine.

TMD 2024 Clutch, Transmissions, Differentials, Suspension, Brake Systems and Hydraulic Propulsion

The study of mechanical and hydraulic clutches form part of this class. It includes conventional and

hydraulic transmissions, drive train, differentials, suspension and steering systems. This course also

includes the study of hydraulic brake systems, air hydraulic brake system, air brake systems, the hydraulic

system and anti lock brake system. (ABS)

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DIESEL TECHNOLOGY AND ADVANCED SYSTEMS

TDSA 101 Basic Fundamentals of Internal Combustion Engines

This course begins with shop organization and safety, precision and hand tools, as well as the

history of internal and external combustion. It describes the process of the engine’s

synchronization, compression ratio, turbulence and valve overlapping, safety measures, personal

safety, extinguishers, tool maintenance and care. It also covers two cycle and four cycle Diesel

engines.

TDSA 102 Diesel Engine Structure

This course begins with the functions of the engine’s short block and pistons, the processes of the

engine’s cycles, compression ratio and the types of combustion chambers. It also covers the crank

shaft, the use of bearings, rockers and dampers, cam shafts, valves, cylinder heads, synchronization

gears, and rocker arm assembly. It includes engine assembly and tuning as a final test.

TDSA 103 Diesel Engine Systems

This part of the program covers the lubrication system which includes the lubricants, oil pumps,

oil coolers, oil filters, lubrication circuit and oil pressure indicators (gauges). Air and liquid cooling

is also discussed as well as intake and exhaust systems. The different engine braking systems used

by the manufacturers are covered as well.

TDSA 104 Basic Fundamentals of Injection Systems

This part of the program discusses the characteristics of Diesel fuel, its properties, the components

of the injection system and its functions. The Multiple Injection System Unit, the Cummins® Low

Pressure System, are covered as well as the Detroit Two Cycle Unitary Injection System and the

regulators.



operating system and the software. It also introduces students to the use of keyboard, word



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TDSA 201 Basic Fundamentals of the Electrical System and its Components

This course covers the theory and fundamentals of electricity, the atom structure, and forms of

producing electricity, basic concepts of electricity, the battery, conductors, insulators and

measurement instruments.

TDSA 202 Troubleshooting Systems and Electrical Components

Fuses, wiring, electrical symbols are discussed in this course as well as troubleshooting, starters

and alternators. The history and the evolution of computerized systems, communication protocols,

troubleshooting micro computerized systems are included as well as the application to the systems

and Diesel engines.

TDSA 203 Clutch, Transmissions, Differentials and Suspension

The study of mechanical and hydraulic clutches form part of this subject. Convention and

automatic hydraulic transmissions are also studied as well as manual transmissions, drive shafts

and differentials.

TDSA 204 Suspension Systems with Hydraulic Principles and the Brake System

Part of this course is the study of the suspension system, steering system, the hydraulic brake

system, pneumatic-hydraulic brake system, air brake system, hydraulic system and the ABS

system.

SAV 205 Vehicle Air Conditioning System)








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TDSA 301 Diesel Electronic Controls

This course begins with the study of electronic controllers used in Diesel mechanics and the types

of switches as well as how to troubleshoot them. The different types of sensors that are used for

monitoring Diesel engine conditions for better control are also discussed. Part of this course is the

study of applied mathematics and the interpretation of technical repair manuals.

TDSA 302 Output Electronic Devices

Output devices controlled by the control module are discussed as part of this course. These can be

actuators such as injectors, EGR valves, fans, etc. Part of this course is the study of relays as

actuators and the types of lamps in models like Caterpillar®, Cummins® and Mack® among others.

TDSA 303 Emission Control with Diesel Catalytic

This course begins with the description and interpretation of the E.P.A. laws that regulate vehicle

emissions and how these are applied. Testing of exhaust gases are also included as well as

identification of types of catalytic and auto regeneration testing of the D.P.F. filters. Part of this

course is hydrocarbon injection system analysis and troubleshooting as well as sensors and

troubleshooting the E.C.M.

TDSA 304 Anti-lock Brake Systems

This course begins with the history of anti-lock brake system and its evolution. It also covers the

establishment of federal regulations for the A.B.S. systems. The function and operation of the

A.B.S. system and its components are also discussed as well as the sensors and modulation valves.

Part of this course is the configuration of the A.B.S. system, communication tests and the

identification of different types of A.B.S. system modules.

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AUTOMOTIVE AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY

TAA 101 Engine Fundamentals and Refrigeration Principles

This course begins with the basic principle of operation of the internal combustion engine. It includes the

principles of refrigeration, refrigerant classification, tools and equipment used, the development of

refrigeration systems and the rules and regulations pertaining to this practice in P.R. and the U.S.

TAA 102 Principles of Electricity and Air Conditioning System Controls

This course covers the theory and principles of electricity, the measurement instruments used such as

voltmeters, ammeters, and ohmmeters. Electric diagrams and voltage sources are discussed. The course

also covers the electric and air operated controls in the air conditioning system.

TAA 103 Automotive Air Conditioners - Operations and Troubleshooting

This section of the program includes subjects like characteristics, measurements and repair of the air

conditioner’s hose, lines, and connectors. It covers the air conditioner’s high and low pressure systems as

well as its components description and diagnostics.

TAA 104 Electronic Engine Control System

This course covers the electronic engine control system (computer), its history, and development, the

function of the microcomputer, input signal, data processing, exit signals and micro computerized system

diagnostics.

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MARINE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

TMM 101 Inboard Gasoline Engine Mechanics

This part of the program covers the history of the internal and external combustion engine, the tools and

equipment used in the shop, as well as shop safety. It also includes the basic concepts of the gasoline

engines, their classification, construction and reconstruction, its subsystems such as lubrication system,

cooling system, fuel system, ignition system and the exhaust system.

TMM 102 Marine Engine Mechanics

This part of the program starts with the history of marine engines and specialized tools and equipment. It

continues with the outboard engine, emphasizing the internal combustion engine, carburetors, lubrication

of two-cycle engines, gas and oil pump, mixture of gas and multi-grade oil. The course also covers

principles in electricity, ignition systems and propellers.

TMM 201 Outboard Engine Reconstruction and Mechanics

The course begins with the safety management of marine products and the user’s personal safety, as well

as the technician’s personal safety. It covers the fuel system, specifically fuel’s requirements and the

system’s components, CD (Capacitor Discharge) ignition system, as well as the service specifications,

system’s components principles of operation, troubleshooting and service. The course also includes the

removal, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, assembly and installation of Powerheads.

TMM 202 Gearbox and Hydraulic Steering System in Marine Mechanics

This course contains the basic concepts of the gearbox and the hydraulic steering system in marine

mechanics. It includes the theory and practice of the internal and external parts of the gearbox and its

operation in marine mechanics. In this course, removal, cleaning, inspection and installation of the

hydraulic steering components are done. It also includes the operation and adjustments of the Control Box,

Electric System and the boat’s accessories. It concludes with the navigation rules, maritime safety and the

boat’s basic operation procedures.

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ADVANCED MARINE MECHANICS TECHNOLOGY

TMMA 101 Safety, Laws and Introduction to the Marine Engine

This course begins with the introduction to marine mechanics, safety and organization in working

areas and personal safety. Tools and equipment are also discussed as well as the basic concepts of

the internal combustion engine.

TMMA 102 Operations of the Marine Engine

The classification of engines and their different arrangements are discussed in this course, as well

as the fuel that is used and its internal construction. Engine construction and reconstruction are

also covered as well as the cylinder head assembly. An important part of this course is the engines

subsystems like the carburetion system, lubrication system, cooling system and the exhaust system.

TMMA 103 Marine Engine Systems (Fuel, Lubrication and Cooling)

The course begins with the history of marine engines and their evolution. Basic and specialized

tools and equipment and its maintenance are covered. Not least important is the subject of outboard

motors, the concepts and components which are also cavered.

TMMA 104 Electricity Fundamentals, its Components, Electrical Accessories and the Ignition System

This course begins with the principles of electricity and its concepts. The ignition system and its

components are covered. The boat’s inclination system, operation, components and

troubleshooting are discussed. An important subject of this course is the propellers and the designs

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TMMA 201 The Outboard Motor’s Systems

The course begins with safety in the marine systems. Troubleshooting and repair of the fuel

delivery system as well as the ignition system are discussed. Troubleshooting and repair of the

manual and electric starting systems are also covered.

TMMA 202 Fundamentals and Service to the Powerhead

This course starts out with the powerhead repair and the precautions that must be taken. The

powerhead removal and the tools and equipment that are used for this purpose are discussed. The

inspection of each of the components that form part of the powerhead, cleaning, reassembly and

installation is also covered.

TMMA 203 Fundamental and Service to the Propeller System

This course begins with the gear case’s description and its service specifications, the precautions

that must be taken when doing repairing procedures. The gear case internal components are also

discussed as well as the calibration and troubleshooting tests.

TMMA 204 Steering System and Stability Control

The course begins with the description, components and function of the hydraulic steering system.

Optional equipment, its special uses and service to the hydraulic steering system is included. The

course also covers the boat’s tilt system, the components and operation. In addition, the electrical

system and the boat’s control box are discussed, as well as the navigation laws and regulations,

the basic concepts of the trailer, ends with the basic theoretical operation of a boat.

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TMMA 301 Troubleshooting LED (EFI) Inboard and Outboard Motors

This course begins with the electronic injection engines and includes the identification of different

types of injection systems and their components. The ignition systems are also discussed and how

they operate and its components. Part of this course is the study of the charging system, the

operation and its troubleshooting as well as the fuel system. This course also covers the basic

electronic systems and how to use tools correctly.

TMMA 302 Direct Injection System

The course begins with the troubleshooting procedures and repair of the direct fuel injection and

the special tools and equipment that are used when working on these systems. The procedures for

general maintenance of the different direct injection system brands are also discussed.

TMMA 303 Four Cycle Engines – Components and Maintenance

The first subject of this course is two and four cycle engine maintenance, and also the difference

between these types of engines. Troubleshooting and repair of the lubrication and fuel systems are

discussed. Besides the engine maintenance, the checking of all the boat’s hoses as well as its shell

are covered.

TMMA 304 Four Cycle Engines – Troubleshooting and Repair (Outboard)

The course covers the fuel system and the different forms for troubleshooting. The engine’s

electrical and electronic systems are also discussed. In addition, it covers troubleshooting the

systems of renowned brands of the marine industry as well as the Command Link Square and

Command Link Round close circuit communication systems.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS TECHNOLOGY

TTA 101 The Development and Principles of the Automatic Transmission

This phase of the program starts with the developmental history of the automatic transmission, safety and

organization of the workshop and specialized tools utilized in transmissions. It includes the principles that

intervene in the functioning of these transmissions and the application of hydraulics. The function of the

motor and transmission, the classification of the transmission oils and useful additives in the automatic

transmissions and the recommendation of these offered by ATA for different automobile models are also

discussed.

TTA 102 The Automatic Gear Case

This course starts with the powertrain, the function and structure of the torque converter clutch, including

the diagnostic and operation of the same. It covers gears, planetary gear, bearings and seals; it also discusses

the power flow process including clutch bands, diagnostics and operation. Finally it discusses control units,

hydraulic systems and the identification of the internal components of the automatic transmission.

TTA 201 Electronics in Transmissions

Electricity, voltage, amperage, resistance, Ohms Law, Kirchhoff’s Law, magnetism, electric circuits,

interrupters, symbols and schematics are part of the principles of electronics which form part of this course.

The advantage of the application of electronics in the automobile is established. The study of the function

of sensors such as, coolant sensor, air temperature sensor, MAP Sensor, MAF sensor, TPS sensor, etc. is

important subject matter discussed in this course. Also included is the study of electronic modules including

the CPU, RAM, ROM, PRAM memory, etc. Inputs and outputs, diagnostic processes and the operational

strategies of different manufacturers are also studied.

TTA 202 Service and Repair of Automatic Transmissions

In this phase of the program the extraction and installation of the transmission is covered. The evaluation

of power clutch converter, dismount of the transmission, the conditionings of the subgroups like pumps,

clutches, satellite cluster, valve body, regulator and the substitution of the transaxles are also studied.

Practice of transmission assembly and the detection and repair of oil leaks are realized.

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ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONICS IN SECURITY AND SOUND SYSTEMS

SEESS 101 General Concepts in Electricity

This course starts with the description of concepts like voltage, amperage and resistance, watts, capacitance,

capacitors and magnetism. It includes energy sources such as batteries, generators, Ohm’s Law description

and application, types of electrical circuits (series and parallel) and electrical diagrams.

SEESS 102 Introduction to Electronics

The course begins with the study of electronic controls found in the control modules. The input and output

signals of the modules are analyzed. The discussion of applied basic electronic components such as fixed

and variable resistors, relays, capacitor, transformers and integrated circuits, among others, form a part of

the contents of this course.

SEESS 103 Measuring Equipment, Electrical Components and Circuit Repairing

Measuring equipment such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, ammeters and multimeters, electrical components

and electrical circuit repair form part of this course. The use and application of this equipment is also

covered. The course also covers the identification of electrical short circuits, soldering and cable joints.

SEESS 104 Automotive Alarms

This part of the program begins with the purpose and function of vehicle alarms. It covers various

components such as the control module and the different types of sensors such as bump sensors, mercury

sensors, audio sensors, etc. The alarm protection zones in doors, hoods, trunks and others are discussed in

this course. Alarm installation and removal process is a fundamental part of this course.

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SEESS 201 Introduction to Computers

This course introduces the student to the basic concepts for personal computer management; its

components, operating system and software. It also teaches the student the use of the keyboard, word

processing, presentation programs, Internet browsing and research from ALLDATA auto repair software

program.

SEESS 202 Commercial, Residential and Industrial Alarms

The course begins with the history and development of electronic safety systems. An integral part of this

program is the function and components of the security alarm systems. It includes closed circuit systems

and television, access control, remote monitoring and the diagnosis and installation and repair of these

systems.

SEESS 203 Practical and Applied Electronics

The study of digital communications like binary numbers, data and control signals are part of the subjects

covered in this course. Electric diagrams and electric symbols are discussed, as well as the variety of tools

and equipment necessary for diagnosing and servicing electronic systems.

SEESS 204 Sound Systems

The study of the parts of a speaker, types of speakers, diagnostics, connections, boom boxes and tubes form

part of this course. Installation of radio receivers, equalizers, pre-amps, crossovers, audio amplifiers,

converters, audio frequency filters and the electrical current installation for sound systems, among others

also form an integral part of this course.

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AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION REPAIR TECHNOLOGY

TRCA 101 Auto Bodywork and Refinishing Principles in Automotive Collision

This course begins with the history of the automobile and the occupation and evolution of the auto

bodywork repair technician. It covers safety, environmental protection and the necessary tools and

equipment used in the auto bodywork shops. The laws and public agencies that regulate the trade are an

important theme in this course, as well as the applied technical vocabulary, refinishing rules, correct sand-

papering techniques, filling products and materials, and abrasive products.

TRCA 102 Estimate Preparation and Employment Skills

This course starts with the introduction of employability skills in an auto collision bodywork shop. It

explains the professional ethics in the business and the ability to do teamwork. The students will work in

the preparation of repair damage estimates. They receive hands-on training in preparing using computerized

systems for estimate preparation.

TRCA 103 Principles in Surface Repair

This course begins with the introduction to the automobile’s surface repair. The criteria used to determine

if a surface can be repaired, are discussed. It distinguishes the major repairs from minor ones. It also

discusses when to repair body parts or when to change them. Part of this course includes the management

of necessary equipment and the safety measures in preventing accidents.

TRCA 104 Application and Sandpapering the Vehicle’s Intermediate Surface Layers

This part of the program begins with the introduction to the application and sandpapering process of the

intermediate surface layers of a vehicle. It covers the criteria in the application of fillings, how to determine

which filling to use according to the substratum one is working with. The advantages of using 2K Fillings,

stain sealers, and how to determine the correct drying time of fillings and sealers, form part of the contents

of this course.

TRCA 105 Electricity and Electronics in Auto Collision

This course begins with the basic electricity fundamentals, which involve the way electricity is produced

and the relation that exists between voltage, current and resistance. It also discusses the alternating and

direct currents, tools and necessary equipment to work with the automotive electrical system. The study

and interpretation of automotive electrical diagrams form part of this course as well as the safety measures

that have to be observed when working with the vehicles electrical system.

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TRCA 201 Automotive Repainting Principles

This course begins with the introduction of repainting skills in the vehicle’s areas. It covers the criteria used

for paint preparation. It establishes the difference between different types of paints and identifies the

different types of diminishes.

TRCA 202 Metal Welding in Auto Collision Repair

This course begins with the introduction of auto collision welding. It covers areas in oxyacetylene soldering,

arc welding, MIG welding, spot welding and cold soldering. It establishes the benefits of each type of solder

in auto body repair. Safety measures are also discussed.

TRCA 203 Measuring Equipment, Chassis Alignment, and Structural Damages in Auto Collision

This course begins with the introduction of structural damages’ evaluation and the chassis zone on crashed

vehicles. Chassis measuring equipment are used on compact vehicles. Different types of damages in a

vehicle are studied. Techniques for structural straightening in different types of vehicles are applied in this

course.

TRCA 204 Plastic Bumper Repair

This course begins with the introduction to the different types of plastics found in automobiles. The

importance of the plastic parts in the construction of motor vehicles is discussed. Repairing plastic parts

with epoxy adhesive and the application of different types of filling for plastic parts form part of this course,

as well as the demonstration in the use of safety equipment in these types of repairs.

TRCA 205 Steering Mechanisms, Suspension, Brake System and Air Conditioning in Auto Collision.

This course begins with the study of the vehicle’s steering system and the functions of each of the system’s

components. It includes the basic suspension and parts, how its components work with the steering system.

Part of this course includes the study of the geometry of suspension and steering systems and its alignment

is also discussed. The air conditioning system and its components, as well as the diagnostic concerns in this

system are also included.

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TRCA 301 Complete Auto Repainting Preparation.

This course begins with the introduction of procedures to follow to carry out the work of repairing and

repainting the car. It covers the types of materials that can be used for different areas of collision repair. It

includes a discussion of the steps required in the repair of the automotive body and the prevention and

safety measures required in the execution of repairs of dents, including the selection of sandpaper, the

masking, paint gun handling, decontamination of the repaired surface and the application of paint systems

and also the preparation of the car for delivery.

TRCA 302 Finishing Touches in Auto Repainting Repair.

This course presents the analysis of metallic and/or plastic surfaces to determine the method of repair,

processes and applications for retouching in the areas of the bodywork affected by the collision. The use of

tools and equipment for retouching are covered. The development of techniques in the application of

blurring in color equalization of automotive paint systems are also part of the program. Proper handling of

the materials, the masking and adjustments involving the use of the paint gun in the application without

losing perspective of the execution of prevention and safety skills in the areas of laboratory workshop are

also discussed including preparation of the car for delivery after retouching work has been done.

TRCA 303 Auto Transparent Application and Polishing

The introduction of this course includes the application, sanding, and polishing of the clear coats. Also the

installation of trimmings, miscellaneous components, automotive cabin accessories and safety features is

included. Replacement and mounting of windshields on the body and adjustments to the lighting systems

are studied as well. Maintenance of the collision repair shop areas and the different types of materials and

products utilized for polishing are topics included in the class. Discussion of the selection of polishing

equipment and the security measures necessary for this type of work are also covered.

TRCA 304 Use and Management of Dye meters

Part of the content of the course is to identify the location of the vehicle where the color codes for the

bodywork automotive paints and color preparation are found. Discussion on the selection of equipment

such as scales, mixer, pearls and colors and their variants are included. Materials and products such as dyes,

reducing agents, resins, pearls and strainers are topics studied. Besides, the techniques for personalizing or

customizing colors are fundamental to the development of this class due to the challenges which the

technician will confront in paint systems utilized in the industry. The steps in the preparations of the paint,

managing the mixer, the location of the materials and their maintenance completes the curricular content

of this course.

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MOTORCYCLE MECHANICS

MM 101 The Evolution of Motorcycles, Tools and Safety

This course is designed to teach the student about the motorcycle’s background and evolution. It also

covers each machine’s peculiarities and their importance. Students will identify the trade’s tools and

equipment. They will learn as well, about the workshop’s machinery and installations and observe the

safety measures to be considered in the working area.

MM 102 Two Cycle and Gas Engine Fundamentals

This course is designed so students will learn the parts and operation of gas engines. They will learn about

the conversion process of fuel to heat and the advantage of this source in gas expansion. The mechanics

involved in converting calorific energy of the fuel into movement; kinetic energy is also taught. The course

has been designed to include the basics of two cycle engines, used most in motorcycles and other ATV’s.

The course provides theoretical knowledge of two cycle engines and through lab practice students develop

skills in servicing these types of engines in a professional manner.

MM 103 Transmissions and Clutch System

This course has been prepared so students will learn and repair different types of motorcycle transmissions

as well as the clutch systems and its controls. During lab practice, students become familiar with different

manufacturers’ techniques in servicing today’s motorcycles transmission and clutch systems.

MM 104 Fuel Delivery and Injection System

In this course, students will learn about the carburetor’s function, gas and air pumps, gas float, pumps,

filters, coils, the distributor, cooling system and the thermostat for the engine’s best performance and the

motorcycles well-functioning. They will also learn about the motorcycle’s fuel injection system.

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MM 201 Introduction to Computers and Scanners

This course teaches students about the general concepts of computers. Students will identify the computer’s

most important hardware and software programs. They will use important commands and learn the functioning

of Microsoft Windows operating system. They will utilize the scanner for diagnostics.

MM 202 Powertrain Fundamentals and Drive Hubs

The material presented to the students in this course is a detailed one, with multiple motorcycle powertrain

arrangements included. The course is designed so students will learn how to repair the internal mechanisms of

drive hubs in any kind of powertrain. During lab practice, students will become familiar with the different

parts and their operation.

MM 203 Suspension and Brake Systems

This course is designed to offer students theoretical knowledge and practical skills to adequately service today’s

motorcycles brake system. Classes, labs and repair manual used in this course are based on motorcycles, which

have been in the market for the last five years. Different types of motorcycle suspension systems will be

identified and studied.

MM 204 The Motorcycle’s Electric and Electronic Circuits

This course details the structuring of diverse motorcycle circuits and covers function design aspects. It also

includes the motorcycle and ATV’s wiring applications, as well as the parts involved in all electric and

electronic applications.

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SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION POLICY

Automeca Technical College understands that the illicit use of drugs and alcohol abuse is one of the problems that

most affects our society. For this reason, we are committed to fight against this problem by establishing a program that will

allow us to be a drug and alcohol free Institution. This program, for students, administrative personnel and faculty includes

conferences, distribution of brochures and reading materials, etc. Automeca Technical College prohibits the unlawful

manufacture, distribution, possession or illicit use of drugs, controlled substances and alcohol use within the Institution and

its surroundings.

Our institutional regulations indicate that a student who possesses, distributes or sells controlled substances on

school property or in any school sponsored activity, be immediately expelled from the institution.

Members of the school population, faculty and administrative personnel have expressed their concern regarding drug use.

Our students are aware of the drug situation in Puerto Rico and the world. It is our understanding that every educational

institution must take steps to protect students. That is why Automeca Technical College reserves the right to take whatever

measures deemed necessary to prevent the use possession or sale of drugs and alcohol. These measures will be taken without

previous warning and randomly. For more information about this policy, you may access www.automeca.com and refer to

the Student Consumer Handbook, or to the Automeca’s regulation of illegal use of drugs and alcohol for employees and

students.

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COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges – ACCSC requests all educational institutions accredited by

this agency, to develop a procedure and an institutional plan to address student complaints. Therefore, Automeca

Technical College has developed the following procedure:

In case of a complaint regarding procedures, course offerings, services or any other matter regarding the

Institution, the following steps must be taken:

THE STUDENT:

1. Must establish communication with to his teacher (should the complaint pertain to academic matters) or directly

with the corresponding personnel he is and inform him/her of the problem.

2. If the situation is not solved, the student may request to meet with the Complaint Committee. This committee is

made up of:

a) Administrative Director

b) Technical Supervisor

c) A teacher (in case of an academic complaint)

3. Should the complaint not be solved, the student may request an appointment with the President of the School.

4. If the student is still not satisfied, he may request an appointment with the Board of Directors.

* A meeting will be held within three (3) weeks from the time the written request has been received.

5. If a student, after having followed the corresponding channels, considers that the institution has not properly

addressed his/her complaint, the student may proceed to communicate with the accrediting agency.

STUDENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE

Schools accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges must have a procedure and operational

plan for handling student complaints. If a student does not feel that the school has adequately addressed a complaint or

concern, the student may consider contacting the Accrediting Commission. All complaints reviewed by the Commission

must be in written form and should grant permission for the Commission to forward a copy of the complaint to the school

for a response. This can be accomplished by filing the ACCSC Complaint Form. The complainant(s) will be kept informed

as to the status of the complaint as well as the final resolution by the Commission. Please direct all inquiries to:

Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges

2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302

Arlington, VA 22201

(703) 247-4212

www.accsc.org

A copy of the ACCSC Complaint Form is available at the school and may be obtained by contacting Administrative director

or online at www.accsc.org.

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INSTITUTIONAL REGULATIONS

The Student must:

1. Show courtesy and respect to teachers and classmates.

2. Attend classes and school activities. Arrive on time.

3. Inform his teacher, and the Registrar’s office of the reasons for his absences.

4. Notify the Registrar's Office of any change of address or phone number.

5. Notify the teacher and the Registrar or Registrar Officer of any class, schedule change, or withdrawal.

6. Keep up with the class work.

7. Maintain the classroom and laboratory and cafeteria (if applicable) areas clean.

8. Return all tools and equipment used during laboratory time to the tool custodian.

9. Every student must wear the school uniform, long pants and shoes as well as the safety glasses when he is at the

shop/laboratory.

10. ID card must be brought to school daily.

11. Smoking, drinking and eating are not permitted in the classrooms.

12. Excessive noise is not allowed in the classroom or laboratory area.

13. Damage to the equipment or the Institution’s facilities is prohibited.

14. The use of cellular phones during class time is prohibited.

The violation of any of the following rules, constitutes sufficient cause for expulsion.

1. The use, promotion or sale of alcoholic beverages within school grounds.

2. The use, promotion or sale of controlled substances (drugs) within school grounds.

3. Attending classes while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

4. Carry, exhibit, sell or promote the use of weapons and/or firearms. (Should the student be a member of the Police

Dept., special permission must be obtained).

5. Behavior, which endangers the safety of the students, teachers, Administrative personnel, equipment in the

institution.

6. Physical or verbal abuse to any person within school grounds or adjacent areas.

7. Physical aggression to a faculty member or other school personnel, in or out of the Institution.

8. Vandalism, destruction of school property or any equipment. This rule also applies if a student is attending any

school sponsored seminars or extracurricular activities.

9. Unauthorized removal of equipment from school grounds.

10. Dishonest behavior.

11. Use or distribution of stolen materials such as tools, cars, equipment, etc.

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TERMINATION POLICY

Automeca Technical College, reserves the right to terminate the student’s enrollment agreement due to one or

more of the following reasons:

1. The student is not making Satisfactory Academic Progress.

2. Student’s non-compliance with deferred payment plan agreement.

3. The program does not have enough enrollment in which case the student will be notified and all monies

paid will be reimbursed.

4. The student’s non-compliance with the institution’s established rules and regulations.

5. Vandalism to tools, equipment or facilities.

6. Federal and State laws require the termination of the program.

7. Noncompliance with policies and procedures related to the possession, use or abuse of controlled

substances such as drugs and alcohol.

Cancellation and Termination by the Student Policy

A student may voluntarily cancel his contract either verbally or in written form.

Agencies’ Document Review

All students and those candidates who wish to review documents related to the accreditation, permits,

and the institution’s operational licenses, must request so in written form addressed to the campus’

Director. The Administrative Director will give the student, the oportunity to review the documents

within ten (10) days from the request date. Such documents are exhibited and available in each one of

our campuses and in Fajardo Satellite.

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Automeca Technical College is not responsible for thefts,

damages or losses which may occur in the classrooms

or parking facilities.

In accordance with Puerto Rico Law 30, unauthorized

personnel is prohibited from entering

school facilities

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ACADEMIC CALENDAR

At the beginning of every semester, students will receive copies of the Academic calendar.

No classes are held on the following days:

New Year’s Day

Three Kings’ Day

Presidents' and Puerto Rican Forefathers Day

Martin Luther King’s Birthday

Abolition Day

Thursday and Good Friday

Memorial Day

July 4th (Independence Day)

Constitution Day (Puerto Rico)

Labor Day

Columbus’ Day

Veterans’ Day

Election Day (every 4 years)

Discovery of Puerto Rico

Thanksgiving Day and Friday

December 24 and 25 (Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)

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Other Policies

For more information regarding the following policies, please refer to the Student Consumer Handbook. You

can receive a copy in the Financial Aid Office or access at www.autmeca.com.

1. Institutional policy on Campus Safety.

2. Institutional policy on Sexual Harassment.

3. Bullying policy (school bullying, student intimidation).

4. Cyberbullying policy.

5. Copyright policy.

6. Parking regulations.

7. Student’s privacy bill of rights.

8. Social Security use restrictions.

9. Discrimination policy (Title IX).

10. Student Right to Know policy.

11. Misrepresentation policy.

12. Violence against women policy (VAWA).

13. No smoking policy.

14. Self-administration of ASMA drugs.

15. Facilities for physically disabled persons.

16. Drug free program

Emergency Protocol

Automeca Technical College has developed and implemented safety measures to guarantee the safety of our

educational community in case of natural or other emergencies. Emergency exits are so labeled in the classrooms,

laboratories and administrative offices.

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If you have any doubts regarding the contents of this catalog, please feel free to communicate

with the corresponding staff. If you need information of the programs and institutions

accredited by ACCSC accrediting agency, please visit the Administrative Director’s Office.

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