AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
105 Fall of 2003ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES IN CLASS
COURSE SYLLABUS
Division-Business, Engineering, and Technology
Text: AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
Objectives:
1.) To understand the basic theory and operation of ELECTRICITY and ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS
2.) To understand other systems that effect ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
3.) To perform major and minor repairs and tests to ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS AND SYSTEMS as directed by the instructor.
4.) To understand , test , replace , and repair
STARTERS, ALTERNATORS , BATTERIES , AND ETC.5.) TO UNDERSTAND AND READ WIRING DIAGRAMS AND SCHEMATICS
Required Homework will be given occasionally from classroom
Readings: and shop manuals on reading. Classroom Handouts and General Automotive Books
Course Grading Requirements:
A= 91-100% B=81-90% C= 71-80% D= 61-70% F= 60 and Lower W= Withdraw I= Incomplete Y= Work in progress
S= Audit (no credit).
Evaluations:
Test and Unannounced quizzes, mid term exam, classroom hands
on-participation may count as an exam, final exam.
Attendance: Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes and are responsible for all class related work and assignments. Attendance in and of itself however, shall not be used as a criterion for grading. Class work may be made up at the discretion of the professor.
Other Notes:
NO SMOKING IN CLASS
COURSE INFORMATION SHEET
105Business, Engineering, and Technology Division
Instructor: Gary Grumbine
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AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 105
Schedule may vary depending on what we accomplish each week
Course: Automotive Technology 105 3 Credits
Section(s): 04026 LAB FEE REQUIRED
Class Time: Tuesdays, 6 p.m. to 10:10 p.m.
Text:
Exam: Mid term, Hands-on participation may count as an exam, final exam.
Quizzes: Unannounced quizzes, with varying point values, may be given during the semester.
Attendance Regular attendance is expected and essential
Comments: To succeed in this course, it is essential that you attend class regularly, complete assignments and participate in class discussions. Please inform me if you need to withdraw from this course for any reason.
Course Outline
105 ELECTRICAL - WEEKLY SCHEDULE for 2002
SAFETY IS ALWAYS FIRST YOU ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR SAFETY GLASSES IN THIS CLASS
THIS SCHEDULE MAY CHANGE DEPENDING ON THE PROGRESS OF THE CLASS
Week 1
Chapter 1 Basic Electricity and Basic Circuits
Chapter 2 Magnetism , EMI , and ETC
Week 2
Chapter 2 Magnetism , EMI , and ETC
Chapter 3 Semi- Conductors and Solid State Electronics
Week 3
Chapter 5 Automotive Wiring and Basic Wiring Circuit Components
Week 4
Chapter 6 Intro to Electrical Circuit Diagrams
Week 5
Chapter 7 Batteries and Drains -------- Using Test Equipment
Week 6
Chapter 7 Batteries and Drains -------- Using Test Equipment
Week 7
Mid term testChapter 8 Charging Systems -- Testing and Rebuilding Alternators
Week 8
Chapter 8 Charging Systems --- Testing and Rebuilding Alternators Chapter 9 Regulators and Indicators
Week 9
Chapter 10 Starter System Overview
Chapter 11 Starter Motors --Testing and Rebuilding Starter Motors
Week 10
Chapter 11 Starter Motors --Testing and Rebuilding Starter Motors
Week 11
Chapter 18 Lighting Systems ---Testing of T/S Switches and Lights
Week 12
Chapter 18 Lighting Systems -- Testing of Headlight / Other Circuits
Week 13
Chapter 19 Horn , Wiper , Gauges , Etc. Testing of these Circuits
Week 14
Chapter 20 Body Electrical Systems --- Testing of Power Windows and Switches
Week 15
Chapter 20 Body Electrical Systems --- Testing of Power Windows , Door Locks
REVIEW FOR FINAL EXAM
Week 16
FINAL EXAM Section 04026
Gary@Grumbine.Org