80575 *Automotive Technology 5

80575 *AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 5 We support

Open to: 11-12

Length: 1 semester

Prerequisites: *Automotive Technology 4

Credits: 1/2 credit at NHS, This course is pending approval for Dual Credit at Fox Valley Technical College. Automotive Tech 4 + Automotive Tech 5 taken sequentially in the same year qualify for Maintenance and Light Repair 2 (MLR2) and 4 dual credits at FVTC pending approval. All dual courses are subject to annual approval.

NOTE: Automotive Tech 4 and Automotive Tech 5 MUST be taken sequentially in the same year to qualify for Maintenance and Light Repair 2 (MLR2) and 4 credits at FVTC. This course is pending approval for Dual Credit at Fox Valley Technical College. All transcripted courses are subject to annual approval.

Content: This course builds on the essential laws of physics, thermodynamics, and chemical reactions and teaches how these principles apply to the operation and diagnosis of engine performance systems. This course will cover distributor-less (electronic) ignition and distributor ignition systems, fuel management, exhaust emission control, and computer input and output signals, and will identify the different types of sensors used by automotive engine computers. Students will learn strategy-based diagnostic routines to interpret and verify customer concerns, confirm proper operation, and perform tests and inspections using special tools. Students will also scan tools to determine the causes of and make corrections related to starting, running, emissions, and drivability concerns on systems with/without Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). Coursework will also cover DTC's, interpretation of Digital Multimeter (DMM) readings and access and use of Electronic Service Information (ESI). The student will learn to locate and interpret Vehicle Component Identification Numbers (VIN)

Vehicle certification labels, and calibration decals, check and adjust (where applicable) ignition system timing and timing advance/retard, emission component service and computerized engine control system data and service. Through this process of inspection, testing, or measurement of components, students will learn to apply their knowledge to determine and accomplish needed repairs.

Activities:

• • Snap-On 525 meter certification;

  • perform engine absolute manifold pressure tests (vacuum/boost) and document results;

  • perform cylinder power balance test and document results;

  • perform cylinder cranking and running compression tests and document results;

  • perform cylinder leakage test and document results;

  • verify engine operating temperature; remove and replace spark plugs;

  • inspect secondary ignition components for wear and damage;

  • retrieve and record diagnostic trouble codes (DTC), OBD monitor status and freeze frame data;

  • clear codes when applicable;

  • describe the use of the OBD monitors for repair verification;

  • replace fuel filter(s) where applicable; inspect, service or replace air filters, filter housings, and intake ductwork;

  • inspect the integrity of the exhaust manifold, exhaust pipes, muffler(s), catalytic converter(s), resonator(s), tailpipes, and heat shields and determine necessary action;

  • inspect the condition of exhaust system hangers, brackets, clamps, and heat shield to determine necessary action;

  • check and refill diesel exhaust fluid (DEF);

  • inspect, test and service positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter/breather, valve, tubes, orifices, and hoses and perform necessary actions; verify operation of the instrument panel engine warning indicators;

  • use wiring diagrams to trace electrical/electronics circuits;

  • demonstrate proper use of digital multimeter (DMM) when measuring source voltage, voltage drop (including grounds), current flow, and resistance;

  • demonstrate knowledge of the causes and effects from shorts, grounds, opens, and resistance problems in electrical/electronic circuits;

  • use a test light to check the operation of electrical circuits;

  • use fused jumper wires to check the operation of electrical circuits

Cost: None