Automotive Electrical Systems
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3 Units
Advisory: Auto 40 or equivalent
Catalog Description:
This course covers basic electricity and automotive electrical systems such as battery, starting, charging, and electronic ignition. Test equipment and computer systems will also be covered.
Course Objectives:
Upon completion of the course students will be able to:
A. Make parallel and series circuits
B. Perform basic tests with a DVOM
C. Install an ammeter in series and measure electrical flow
D. Perform battery capacity test and diagnose battery condition
E. Disassemble, test, and reassemble a relay
F. Perform starter draw tests using induction ammeter
G. Perform an alternator output test and diagnose a charging system
H. Set base timing on an electronic ignition system
I. Demonstrate an understanding of different semiconductor functions within a circuit
J. Measure input/output voltages on an electronic ignition system
K. Test resistance for engine control inputs and outputs
L. Use handheld scan tools to interface with onboard computers
M Use a lab scope to test input and output computer data
Course Content:
5% Safety/shop practice
15% Introduction to electricity: Meter usage and wiring repair procedures
5% Storage battery
10% Starter motors and schematics
10% Generator charging systems
10% Ignition systems
10% Advanced semiconductors
10% Electronic ignition
15% Computer systems
10% Alternate power sources