FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY



Fundamentals Of Automotive Technology WVEIS Code 1631

This course will introduce students to the basic skills in automotive technology/ service. Students will become familiar with fundamentals of automotive technology and basic automotive electrical systems.

Standard 1: Identify, explore, and evaluate career opportunities related to automotive technology. (1631.S.1)

Career Opportunities Related to Automotive Technology Objectives

Students will:

1631.1.1 Describe a variety of careers related to automotive technology, and the training necessary to be successful in those careers.

1631.1.2 Develop appropriate attitudes and behaviors required to succeed in careers in the field of automotive technology.

1631.1.3 Identify sources of information about careers in automotive technology.

Standard 2: Demonstrate knowledge of basic safety rules and equipment as it relates to automotive technology. (1631.S.2)

Automotive Technology Objectives

Students will:

1631.2.1 Recognize and follow general shop safety guidelines.

1631.2.2 Select and wear appropriate protective equipment.

1631.2.3 Demonstrate the proper selection and use of fire extinguishers.

1631.2.4 Identify and demonstrate proper use and care of all basic personal safety equipment.

1631.2.5 Describe safety precautions necessary when using hazardous materials.

1631.2.6 Explain the OSHA “Right to Know” law.

1631.2.7 Conduct safety inspections in the lab.

Standard 3: Identify basic hand and power tools and demonstrate safe and appropriate use. (1631.S.3)

Basic Hand and Power Tools Objectives

Students will:

1631.3.1 Choose the proper hand tools for given applications, and describe the proper care and maintenance of each.

1631.3.2 Demonstrate any adjustments possible with each tool.

1631.3.3 Choose proper power tools for given application, and demonstrate proper care and maintenance of each.

1631.3.4 Make necessary adjustments to power tools.

1631.3.5 Recognize and identify appropriate blade or bit for given situation, and demonstrate the ability to change blades and bits on cutting tools.

Standard 4: Demonstrate a working knowledge of general electrical system diagnosis. (1631.S.4)

General Electrical System Diagnosis Objectives

Students will:

1631.4.1 Identify automotive electrical symbols.

1631.4.2 Check continuity in electrical circuits with a test light.

1631.4.3 Check applied voltages and voltage drops in electrical circuits with analog and digital voltmeters.

1631.4.4 Check current flow in electrical circuits and components with an ohmmeter.

1631.4.5 Check continuity and resistance in electrical circuits and components with analog and digital ohmmeters.

1631.4.6 Find shorts and grounds in electrical circuits.

1631.4.7 Diagnose the cause(s) of a constant battery drain.

1631.4.8 Inspect, test, and replace fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses.

Standard 5: Demonstrate battery diagnosis and service. (1631.S.5)

Battery Diagnosis and Service Objectives

Students will:

1631.5.1 Perform various battery tests, including: state-of-charge test, capacity (load, high-rate discharge) test, and three (3) minute charge test, and determine needed service.

1631.5.2 Inspect, clean, fill, or replace battery, battery cables, connectors and clamps.

1631.5.3 Slow and fast charge conventional and maintenance free batteries.

1631.5.4 Jump start a vehicle with jumper cables and a booster battery or auxiliary power supply.

Standard 6: Demonstrate starting system diagnosis and repair procedures. (1631.S.6)

Starting System Diagnosis and Repair Procedures Objectives

Students will:

1631.6.1 Perform starter current draw test and starter circuit voltage drop test: determine needed repairs.

1631.6.2 Inspect, test, and repair or replace switches, connectors, and wires of starter control circuits.

1631.6.3 Inspect, test, and replace starter relays and solenoids.

1631.6.4 Remove and replace starter.

1631.6.5 Disassemble and clean starter components, inspect and replace starter drive, inspect and replace starter brushes and brush holders, inspect and replace starter bushings and end frames, inspect and test starter field coils and inspect, test, and replace starter armature.

1631.6.6 Perform starter free-running (bench) tests; determine needed repairs.

Standard 7: Identify and repair charging system components. (1631.S.7)

Charging System Components Objectives

Students will:

1631.7.1 Diagnose charging system problems that cause an overcharge, undercharge or a no-charge condition.

1631.7.2 Inspect, adjust, and replace alternator drive belts, pulleys, and fans.

1631.7.3 Perform charging system output test; determine needed repairs.

1631.7.4 Perform alternator output test; determine needed repairs.

1631.7.5 Remove and replace regulator.

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