An overview of automotive electrical systems including topics in operational theory, testing, magnetism, diagnosis, and repair of batteries, charging and starting systems, and electrical accessories. Emphasis on electrical schematic diagrams, chassis wiring and switches, and service manuals. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. Fee: $16
PREREQUISITES: AUMT 1405 INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
COMMON COURSE OBJECTIVES: To Prepare students for entry-level employment and certification through ASE.
TEXTS AND REFERENCES USED:
AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS PRIMER
by Bill Kibbe
This book is available in most ACC bookstore locations.
Book is also available through direct purchase. For more information on direct purchase send request to:
wkibbe@austincc.edu.
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INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY:
Using a combination of computer based instruction, lecture, and faculty demonstration, students will practice towards mastery of all required NATEF tasks,
COURSE RATIONAL:
Utilizing appropriate safety procedures, Interpret wiring schematics and symbols; explain electrical principles; and explain the theory and principles of battery starting, charging systems, and automotive electrical accessories; demonstrate diagnosis and repair of battery starting, charging systems, and automotive electrical accessories; and demonstrate proper use of electrical test equipment.
COURSE OUTLINE:
1. ORIENTATION/WORK SAFETY
A. Personal: eyes, skin, jewelry
B. Tool, Equipment, Lift
C. Carbon Monoxide
D. Fire and electrical
2. ELECTRICAL THEORIES
A. Electron Flow, Circuits
B. Ohms Law
C. Magnetism and Induction
D. Semiconductors
3. ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND METERS
A. Circuit protectors
B. Circuit components
C. Testers
D. Circuit Defects
4. WIRING AND DIAGRAMS
A. Wire Sizes
B. Terminals/connectors
C. Diagram symbols
D. Color coding/numbering
E. Electrical locators
5. AUTOMOTIVE BATTERIES
A. Typical construction/chemicals
B. Rating systems
C. Failures
6. LIGHT CIRCUITS
A. Types of lamps
B. Switches
C. Concealed headlights
D. Lighting circuit types
7. ANALOG INSTRUMENTS, WARNING LIGHTS
A. Speedometers/odometers
B. Tachometers
C. Gauges/Sending Units
D. Warning Circuits
8. STARTING SYSTEMS
A. DC Motor principals
B. Starter components
C. Cranking Circuits
D. Control Circuits
9. CHARGING SYSTEMS
A. AC Generator Theory
B. Components
C. Circuit Design
D. Regulation
10. ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
A. Horns
B. Wipers/Washers
C. Blower Motors
D. Electric Defoggers
E. Power seats, windows, mirrors
F. Power door locks
11 IGNITION SYSTEMS
A. Basic Ignition Theory
B. Identify distributor and distributorless parts
C. Breaker-point ignition systems
D. Electronic ignition systems
E. Spark timing
F. Spark Advance
