An overview of major automotive parts systems, the reading of parts lists, catalogs, price sheets and exploded views will be covered. Identification of manufacturers and their products. Students will gain hands-on experience in cataloging parts. Lecture and laboratory. This course develops skills in the operation of a parts store or automotive dealership parts department.
Emphasis is on jobber catalogs, use of computer cataloging, invoice processing and parts sales.
Students learn to handle purchase orders, repair requests and monthly statements. Lecture and laboratory. A study of various inventory control systems used by the aftermarket industry. Students learn to check inventory, determine slow moving stock, ordering new stock, and arrangement of stock. Lecture and laboratory.