Jonathan Strait

Residential Faculty - Automotive Service Education

Applied Sciences and Technology

Applied Sciences and Technology

Office: TC 50 - Room: TC 228

480-461-7374

Office Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  
   
By appointment
By appointment

Office Hours can change without notice, based on students' needs and professional responsibilities. 

 

 

Classes Taught

Summer 2026

ASE120AU Automatic Transmission and Transaxle 4 Credits

Principles of automotive operation, servicing and repair procedures for automatic transmissions/transaxles; includes diagnostics and testing of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: ASE100.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14057
Dobson Campus

TC 218
Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
06/24/2026 – 07/22/2026
MoTuWeTh
8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Open

6 of 36
Seats Available

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 14057 must also register for one of .
14058
Dobson Campus

TC 225.
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
06/24/2026 – 07/22/2026
MoTuWeTh
9:40 AM – 2:10 PM

Closed

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 14058 must also register for .
ASE130AU Manual Drive Trains and Axles 4 Credits

Operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of the automotive powertrain. Includes manual transmissions/transaxles, clutches, drive axles, driveshafts, differentials, four-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: ASE100.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14061
Dobson Campus

TC 225.
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
05/26/2026 – 06/23/2026
MoTuWeTh
9:40 AM – 2:10 PM

Closed

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 14061 must also register for .

Fall 2026

ASE100 Introduction to Automotive Service 2 Credits

Introduction to the standards of the automotive industry. Includes an overview of the major automotive systems, safety practices, workplace habits, tools, and equipment. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17150
Dobson Campus

TC 225
Hybrid In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2026 – 09/03/2026
MoTuWeTh
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 17150 Requires Cengage Unlimited prior to the first day of class. ASE100 is required for the automotive program of study. ASE100 replaces ASE101

Students must complete all SP2 Safety Training Modules in addition to all assigned course work to pass the course.

Fall Flex Start 2026

ASE180AU Introduction to Engine Management 4 Credits

Introduction to automotive engine management. Includes the construction and operating principles of automotive internal combustion engines. Focus on operation and diagnosis of fuel systems, ignition systems, lubrication, and cooling systems.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: ASE100.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17210
Dobson Campus

TC 218
Hybrid In-Person
Lecture
09/09/2026 – 12/11/2026
MoWe
9:00 AM – 9:50 AM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Lab Notes: Students registering for class 17210 must also register for one of .
17212
Dobson Campus

TC 225
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
09/08/2026 – 12/11/2026
Tu
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 17212 must also register for .
17213
Dobson Campus

TC 225
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
09/09/2026 – 12/11/2026
We
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 17213 Mopar CAP students only

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 17213 must also register for .
17211
Dobson Campus

TC 225
Hybrid In-Person
Lab
09/14/2026 – 12/11/2026
Mo
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Lecture Notes: Students registering for class 17211 must also register for .

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