AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 1
Monthly & Weekly Pacing Guide:
ILO # 1: WORKPLACE READINESS
Week 1
Ch. 2 - Automotive Careers and ASE Certification
Ch.10 - Career Success
Shop Project - Lift Operation, Hydraulic Jack Operation with Jack Stands
ILO # 2: REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL TASKS
Week 2
Ch. 1 - The Automobile
Ch. 3 - Basic Hand Tools
Shop Project - Engine Repair Part ID
Week 3
Ch. 4 - Power Tools and Equipment
Ch. 5 - Auto Shop Safety
Shop Project - Oil Change, Reset Maintenance Reminder Light
Week 4
Ch. 6 - Automotive Measurement and Math
Ch. 7 - Service Information and Work Orders
Ch. 87 - New and Future Technology
Shop Project - Cooling System Tests, Fluid Condition, Pressure Test and Leak Check, Cooling System Flush
ILO # 3: ENGINE REPAIR
Week 1
Ch. 8 - Fasteners, Gaskets, Seals, and Sealants
Ch. 9 - Vehicle Maintenance, Fluid Service, and Recycling
Shop Project - Spark Plugs Removal, Check Condition, Gap Plugs, Torque Plugs
Week 2
Ch.11 - Engine Fundamentals
Ch.12 - Engine Design Classifications
Ch.13 - Engine Top End Construction
Shop Project - All Fluids Leak Inspection
Week 3
Ch.14 - Engine Bottom End Construction
Ch.15 - Engine Front End Construction
Ch.16 - Engine Size and Performance Measurements
Shop Project - Belt Inspection, Research Maintenance Requirements for Belt Replacement
Week 4
Ch. 47 - Cooling System Technology
Ch. 48 - Cooling System Testing, Maintenance, and Repair
Shop Project - Engine Performance Part ID
Week 1
Ch. 49 - Lubrication System Fundamentals
Ch. 50 - Lubrication System Diagnosis, Testing, and Repair
Shop Project - Use Scan Tool to Retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s)
Week 2
Ch. 55 - Engine Mechanical Problems
Ch. 56 - Engine Removal, Disassembly, and Cleaning
Shop Project - Air Filter R&R, Inspect Condition, Clean Air Box
Week 3
Ch. 57 - Short Block Rebuilding and Machining
Ch. 58 - Engine Top End Rebuilding
Shop Project - TSB Search & Alldata Service Information Practice
Week 4
Ch. 59 - Engine Front End Service
Ch. 60 - Engine Reassembly, Installation, and Break-In
Shop Project - Brakes Parts ID
ILO # 4: ENGINE PERFORMANCE
Week 1
Ch. 23 - Computer System Fundamentals
Ch. 24 - On-Board Diagnostics and Scan Tools
Shop Project - Disc Brake Pad Inspection and R&R
Week 2
Ch. 25 - Computer System Service
Ch. 34 - Ignition System Technology
Ch. 35 - Ignition System Diagnosis, Testing, and Repair
Shop Project - Drum Brake Inspection and R&R
Week 3
Ch. 39 - Automotive Fuels, Combustion Efficiency
Ch. 40 - Fuel Tanks, Pumps, Lines, and Filters
Ch. 41 - Gasoline Injection Fundamentals
Shop Project - Measure Rotor with Micrometer & Compare to Specifications
Week 1
Ch. 42 - Gasoline Injection Diagnosis and Repair
Ch. 43 - Diesel Injection Fundamentals
Ch. 44 - Diesel Injection Diagnosis, Service, and Repair
Shop Project - Measure Rotor Runout with Dial Indicator
Week 2
Ch. 45 - Exhaust System Technology and Repair
Ch. 46 - Turbochargers and Superchargers— Construction, Operation, and Repair
Shop Project - Check Brake Fluid Condition and Inspect all Lines, Hoses, Brake Components
Week 3
Ch. 51 - Emission Control System Technology
Ch. 52 - Emission Control System Testing, Service, and Repair
Shop Project - Suspension and Steering Part ID
Week 4
Ch. 53 - Engine Performance and Driveability
Ch. 54 - Advanced Diagnostics
Shop Project - Tire Inspection & Size Identification
ILO # 5: MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES
Week 1
Ch. 61 - Clutch Technology
Ch. 62 - Clutch Diagnosis, Service, and Repair
Shop Project - Tire R&R from Wheel Assembly
Week 2
Ch. 63 - Manual Transmission Technology
Ch. 64 - Manual Transmission Diagnosis, Service, and Repair
Shop Project - Leak Check Tire and Flat Repair
Week 3
Ch. 67 - Drive Shaft and Transfer Case Technology
Ch. 68 - Drive Shaft and Transfer Case Diagnosis, Service, and Repair
Shop Project - Tire Balance
Week 4
Ch. 69 - Differential and Rear Drive Axle Technology
Ch. 70 - Differential and Rear Drive Axle Diagnosis, Service, and Repair
Shop Project - Tire Rotation, Tire Pressure Check and Torque Wheels
ILO # 6: ELECTRICAL / ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
Week 1
Ch.17 - Electrical Principles
Ch.18 - Circuit Types and Ohm’s Law
Ch.19 - Electric and Electronic Components
Shop Project - Automatic Transmission Part ID
Week 2
Ch. 20 - Electrical Tools and Test Equipment
Ch. 21 - Wiring Diagrams and Wiring Repairs
Ch. 22 - Basic Electrical Tests
Shop Project - Check Fluid Level and Determine Fluid Type and Capacity
Week 3
Ch. 26 - Hybrid Drive Technology
Ch. 27 - Hybrid Drive Systems Diagnosis and Repair
Shop Project - Electrical Part ID
Week 4
Ch. 28 - 12-Volt and HV Battery Technology
Ch. 29 - 12-Volt and HV Battery Service
Shop Project - R&R Headlight, Brake Light, and Turn Signal Light
Week 1
Ch. 30 - Engine Starting Systems
Ch. 31 - Starting System Diagnosis, Testing, and Repair
Shop Project - Battery Test, Charging System Test, Starting System Test
Week 2
Ch. 32 - Charging System Technology
Ch. 33 - Charging System Diagnosis, Testing, and Repair
Shop Project - Battery R&R, Clean Cable Ends
Week 3
Ch. 36 - Lights, Instrumentation, Wipers, and Horns— Operation and Service
Ch. 37 - Sound Systems and Power Accessories
Shop Project - Battery Cable End Replacement
Week 4
Ch. 38 - Security and Navigation Systems
Shop Project - Jumper Cable Installation, Battery Charger Installation
ILO # 7: SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEMS
Ch. 73 - Tire, Wheel, and Wheel Bearing Fundamentals
Ch. 74 - Tire, Wheel, and Wheel Bearing Diagnosis and Repair
Shop Project - Wiring Repairs, Soldering, Connectors, Heat Shrink Tubing
Week 1
Ch. 75 - Suspension System Technology
Ch. 76 - Suspension System Diagnosis and Repair
Shop Project - Drivetrain Parts ID
Week 2
Ch. 77 - Steering System Technology
Ch. 78 - Steering System Diagnosis and Repair
Ch. 79 - Wheel Alignment
Shop Project - Check Fluid Level of Differential, Manual Transmission, Transfer Case, Determine Fluid Type and Capacities
Week 3
ILO # 8: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS
Ch. 65 - Automatic Transmission Technology
Ch. 66 - Automatic Transmission Diagnosis, Service, and Repair
Shop Project - HVAC ID
Week 4
Ch. 71 - Transaxle and Front Drive Axle Technology
Ch. 72 - Transaxle and Front Drive Axle Diagnosis and Repair
Shop Project - Wiper Blade R&R
Week 1
ILO# 9: BRAKES
Ch. 80 - Brake System Technology
Ch. 81 - Brake System Diagnosis, Service, and Repair
Ch. 82 - Anti-Lock Brakes, Traction, and Stability Control
Shop Project - Cabin Air Filter R&R, Inspect Condition, Determine Replacement Interval
Week 2
Ch. 85 - Restraint System Technology
Ch. 86 - Restraint System Service
ILO # 10: HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
Ch. 83 - Heating and Air Conditioning Fundamentals
Ch. 84 - Heating and Air Conditioning Diagnosis, Service, and Repair