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

Automotive Technology 54


COURSE DESCRIPTION
54 Auto Electrical Systems Units: 4.00
 
Prerequisite(s): AUT 50: Automotive Principle
Theory and principles of automotive electrical and electronic systems. Course content will include multi-meter operation, component location, and reading wiring diagrams. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosis and repair of automotive electrical and electronic circuits. May be taken a total of 2 times. 45 hours lecture and 81 hours laboratory.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Theory and principles of automotive electrical systems, including diagnosis and repair of electrical and electronic circuits.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
Before entering the course, students will be able to:
  1. Describe the basic theory of operation of the modern automobile.

  2. Identify the components of major automotive systems and explain the functions of each.

  3. Use systematic diagnostic procedures to troubleshoot and diagnose problems related to automotive malfunctions.

  4. Perform minor maintenance and service on the automobile.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:

Read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams.

Properly use a variety of electrical system test equipment.

Identify and locate components in electrical and electronic circuits.

Evaluate electrical and electronic circuit operation; make
recommendations for repair.

Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic circuits.

Demonstrate safe work practices in the auto technology workshop.
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 
  1. Review of Ohms law and electrical circuit fundamentals
  2. Component location techniques
  3. Reading wiring diagrams
  4. Using electrical and electronic test equipment
  5. Electrical and electronic circuit diagnosis and repair 
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Presenting lectures and demonstrations by instructor or guests on electric and electronic systems.
  • Utilizing multi-media presentations to demonstrate and simulate complex concepts and procedures.
  • Assigning small group and individual class exercises that enable students to work cooperatively as a team to analyze electrical and electronic system problems under the supervision and guidance of the instructor.
  • Assigning special projects outside of class that expose students to environments, tools and methods not available in class.  The projects may include field trips or research projects.
  • Assigning reading outside of textbook material; these may include industry publications, trade magazines, product specifications or equipment manuals. 
 
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:

  • Hands-on problem-solving exercises that demonstrate students’ ability to evaluate electrical and electronic system concerns.
  • Practical exercises and laboratory assignments to demonstrate students’ comprehension and application of procedures and techniques.
  • Tests and quizzes that regularly assess students’ comprehension of concepts and industry-specific language.
  • Final applied project that demonstrates students’ proficiency in performing electrical and electronic system repairs.
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:

  • Hollembeak, Berry. Today's Technician: Automotive Electricity And Electronics. 4 ed. any: Thompson Delmar Publishing, 2006.
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