Discipline: Automotive Technology Degree Credit  [X]
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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Automotive Technology 41


COURSE DESCRIPTION
41 Ford Adv Auto Electrncs-MLR Units: 3.50
 
Prerequisite(s): AUT 40: Ford Electrical Systems-MLR
This course examines in-depth the operation of Ford automotive computer controls as they relate to specific electronic systems. Laboratory oscilloscopes, digital meters, and Ford’s advanced diagnostic tools will be used throughout the course. The emphasis of the course is to apply the acquired information to the computer systems found on Ford and Lincoln/Mercury vehicles and to enable the students to diagnose and repair today’s computer laden vehicles. This course may be taken a total of two times. 45 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Advanced Ford automotive computer controls as they relate to specific electronic systems.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

Explain the function of an input device.

Describe how a module processes information.

List common output devices.

Explain diagnosis with a scan tool including DTC's, PIDs, active
commands and output state controls.

Interpret oscilloscope waveform measurements of input signals.

Describe how networks operate.

List types of networks.

Define multiplexing and explain how multiplex networks operate.

List types of multiplex networks.

Describe the diagnostic capabilities of multiplex networks.

Identify normal operation of entertainment and navigation
systems and components.

Demonstrate an understanding of the relationships between
Keyless Entry and Perimeter Anti-theft Systems concerns and their
causes.

Demonstrate an understanding of normal operation of audio
systems and components.

Identify normal operation of Supplemental Restraint Systems
(SRS) and components.

Identify normal operation of speed control systems and
components.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Basic Wordwide Diagnostic Tool (WDS) Operation
  2. Electronic System Diagnosis
  3. Networks and multiplexing
  4. Anti Theft System and Operation
  5. Entertainment and Navigation Systems
  6. Speed Control System
  7. Supplemental restraint systems
  8. Advanced WDS Tool Operation
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Lectures
  • Demonstrations
  • Interactive CD-ROM
  • Teleconference Satellite
  • Group laboratory activities
  • Homework
  • Reading assignments
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Individual hands-on exams
  • Written quizzes and exams
  • Interactive CD-ROM course work
  • Group activities and lab exercises
  • Web-Based Training
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:


  • 34S18WO Basic (WDS) Tool Operation
    34S19TO Electronic System Diagnosis
    34S21WO Antitheft System Operation and Testing
    34S22WO Entertainment and Navigation Systems Operation and Testing
    34S23WO Speed Control System Operation and Testing
    34S24WO Supplemental Restraint System Operation and Testing
    34S25WO Advanced WDS Tool Operation

    (All course materials are published and provided by Ford Motor Company.)
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