This comprehensive course covers the theory and operation of various ignition systems, fuel delivery systems, emission controls, computerized engine controls, and the use of diagnostic test equipment. Classroom and laboratory lessons provide in-depth training using modern test equipment to diagnose and repair these complex systems. This course is designed to prepare students for the ASE/NATEF Engine Performance test.
Prerequisites
All First Year Certificate Auto Courses.
Quarters Offered
Fall
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:
- Perform safely in the automotive shop
- Use and interpret automotive service information obtained from manuals and computerized service information systems
- Skillfully operate modern automotive diagnosis and test equipment
- Diagnose and repair ignition systems
- Diagnose and repair fuel delivery systems
- Diagnose and repair emission control systems
- Diagnose and repair computerized engine control systems
- Take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Test for Engine Performance (A8)
Institutional Outcomes
IO3 Human Relations/Workplace Skills: Students will be able to demonstrate teamwork, ethics, appropriate safety awareness and/or workplace specific skills
Course Content Outline
- Week 1 & 2
- Safety, tools, and service information
- Environmental and hazardous materials
- Starting and charging system testing
- Digital meters and oscilloscopes
- Engine operation, parts & specifications
- Engine condition diagnosis
- Week 3 & 4
- Engine cooling system operation and diagnosis
- Engine lubrication system operation and diagnosis
- Gasoline, diesel and alternative Fuels
- Intake and exhaust systems
- Week 5 & 6
- Ignition system components and operation
- Ignition system testing and service
- Week 6 & 7
- Fuel delivery
- Emission control device operation, diagnosis, and service
- Week 8 – 10
- Computer fundamentals and onboard diagnostics
- Computer operation, diagnosis, and service
- Computer sensors, operation and diagnosis
- Fuel injection components and operation