This course provides a variety of learning and assessment activities in which students can: diagnose open circuit problems; diagnose short circuit problems; diagnose grounded circuit problems; diagnose high resistance problems; identify computer circuit problems using various test equipment; identify current flow on lighting, gauges, warning devices, driver information systems, horns, wiper/washer and accessory circuits on wiring diagrams; diagnose computer circuit problems using test equipment; repair computer circuit problems using test equipment; diagnose CAN/BUS systems; repair CAN/BUS systems; identify low/high voltage circuits and disconnects on hybrid vehicles.
For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
The Industrial Technology Division is a committed leader in innovative workforce development by meeting the dynamic needs of business and industry through the development of student-centered education, technical excellence, and citizenship.
Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.
Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.
a. Perform starter current draw tests; determine necessary action.
b. Perform starter circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action.
c. Inspect and test starter relays and solenoids; determine necessary action.
d. Remove and install starter in a vehicle.
e. Differentiate between electrical and engine mechanical problems that cause a
slow-crank or no-crank condition.
f. Demonstrate knowledge of an automatic idle-stop/start-stop system.
a. Perform charging system output test; determine necessary action.
b. Diagnose charging system for the cause of undercharge, no-charge, and overcharge conditions.
c. Inspect, adjust, and/or replace alternator drive belts; check pulley and tensioners for wear; check pulley and belt alignment.
d. Remove, inspect, and install generator (alternator).
e. Perform charging circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action.
a. Check electrical/electronic circuit waveforms; interpret readings and determine needed repairs.
b. Inspect and test switches, connectors, relays, solenoid solid state devices, and wires of electrical/electronic circuits; perform necessary action.
c. Identify location of hybrid vehicle high voltage circuit disconnect (service plug) location and safety procedures.
d. Diagnose the cause of excessive key-off battery drain; determine necessary action.
e. Describe the process to repair data BUS wiring.
f. Check electrical/electronic circuit waveforms; interpret readings and determine needed repair.
a. Diagnose the causes of incorrect operation of warning devices and other driver information systems; determine needed action.
b. Aim headlights.
c. Identify system voltage and safety precautions associated with high intensity discharge headlights.
d. Inspect interior and exterior lamps and sockets including headlights and auxiliary lights; replace as needed.
e. Diagnose the causes of brighter-than-normal, intermittent, dim, or no light operation; determine necessary action.
a. Diagnose incorrect horn operation; perform necessary action
b. Diagnose incorrect wiper operation; diagnose wiper speed control and park problems; perform necessary action.
c. Diagnose incorrect washer operation; perform necessary action.
d. Verify windshield wiper and washer operation; replace wiper blades.
a. Diagnose incorrect operation of motor-driven accessory circuits; determine necessary action.
b. Diagnose incorrect heated glass, mirror, or seat operation; determine necessary action.
c. Diagnose incorrect electric lock operation (including remote keyless entry); determine necessary action.
d. Diagnose incorrect operation of cruise control systems; determine necessary action.
e. Diagnose supplemental restraint system (SRS) concerns; determine necessary action.
f. Disable and enable airbag system for vehicle service; verify indicator lamp operation.
g. Remove and reinstall door panel.
h. Diagnose body electronic system circuits using a scan tool; determine necessary action.
i. Check for module communication (including CAN/BUS systems) errors using a scan tool.
j. Diagnose the cause of false, intermittent, or no operation of anti-theft systems.
k. Describe the operation of keyless entry/remote-start systems.
l. Describe the process of software transfers, software updates, or flash reprogramming on electronic modules.
- Starting system diagnosis and repair
- Charging System Diagnosis and Repair
- General Electrical System Diagnosis
- Lighting Systems Diagnosis and Repair
- Horn and Wiper / Washer Diagnosis and Repair
- Accessories Diagnosis and Repair
- Introduction
- Starting Systems
- Charging Systems
- Lighting Systems
- Network communications and body systems
- Safety, entertainment, and antitheft systems
- Instructor presentation / demonstration
- Internet resource presentation
- Video presentation
- Computer lab training
- Textbook informational assignment
- Hands-on experience
- LMS
- Textbook
- Internet
- Videos
- PowerPoint presentation
- Computer training programs
- LMS
90-100 A
Excellent
80-89 B
Good
70-79 C
Satisfactory
60-69 D
Unsatisfactory
Anything below 60 is an F
Failing
- Outcomes 1 and 5 will be evaluated through classroom tests, written assignments and job performance in the shop.
- Outcome 6 will be evaluated by job performance in the shop.
- Outcome 9 will be evaluated through classroom tests and behavior and job performance in the shop.
- Students will score 70 % or higher on written tests and perform shop jobs to the satisfaction of the instructor
- The letter grades in this course are as follows:
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.