Students will explore the theory and operation of internal combustion engine; demonstrate the ability to remove an automotive engine; demonstrate the ability to install an automotive engine; demonstrate the basic ability to inspect and repair cylinder head, valve trains and timing defects; demonstrate the ability to disassemble short block; demonstrate the ability to inspect short block; demonstrate the ability to repair short block; demonstrate the ability to reassemble short block; demonstrate the basic ability to inspect and repair engine lubrication; demonstrate the basic ability to inspect and repair engine cooling system; inspect a cylinder head and valve train; repair a cylinder head and valve train; perform advanced level engine diagnosis.
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.
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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. Describe the principles of physics that allow internal combustion engines to operate.
b. Describe the operation of the four-stroke engine.
c. Explain bore, stroke, displacement, and compression ratio.
d. Describe the valve train, its components, and their function.
e. Remove and replace timing belts.
f. Verify correct camshaft timing
a. Remove cylinder head; inspect gasket condition; install cylinder head and gasket; tighten according to
manufacturer'�s specification and procedures
b. Clean and visually inspect a cylinder for cracks; check gasket surface areas for warpage and surface finishing; check passage condition
c. Inspect pushrods, rocker arms, and rocker arm pivots and shafts for wear, bending, cracks, looseness, and blocked oil passages; determine necessary action.
a. Remove, inspect, or replace crankshaft vibration damper.
b. Disassemble engine block; clean and prepare components for inspection and reassembly.
c. Deglaze and clean cylinder walls.
d. Inspect main and connecting rod bearings for damage and wear; determine needed action.
e. Inspect and measure cylinder walls/sleeves for damage, wear and ridges; determine needed action.
a. Install engine covers using gaskets, seals, and sealers as required.
b. Adjust valves
c. Inspect and replace camshaft and drive belt/chain.
d. Establish camshaft position sensor indexing
a. Perform oil and filter change.
b. Perform oil pressure tests.
c. Inspect, test, and replace oil temperature and pressure switches and sensor.
a. Inspect auxiliary coolers
b. Inspect, remove, and replace water pump
c. Identify causes of engine overheating
d. Perform cooling system pressure and dye tests to identify leaks; check coolant condition; inspect and test radiator, pressure cap; coolant recovery tank, and heater core
e. Inspect and test coolant; drain and recover coolant; flush and refill cooling system with recommended coolant.
f. Remove, inspect, and replace thermostat and gasket/seal.
g. Inspect, replace, and adjust drive belts, tensioners, and pulley; check pulley and belt alignment.
h. Inspect and test fan, fan clutch, fan shroud and air dams.
i. Remove and replace radiator.
j. Inspect and test heater control valve
k. Inspect engine cooling and heater system hoses.
a. Remove and reinstall engine on a newer vehicle equipped with OBD; reconnect all attaching components and restore the vehicle to running condition.
- Spark-Ignition Engines
- Cylinder head Components
- Engine blocks Components.
- Engine Assembly
- Engine Lubrication
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Removal and Replacement
- Introduction
- Motive power types-spark ignition engines
- Cylinder head components
- Engine block components
- Engine assembly
- Engine lubrication theory
- Lubrication system service
- Cooling system theory
- Cooling system service
- Engine removal and replacement
- 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
- Outcome 5 will be evaluated through classrooms tests and job performance in the shop.
- Outcome 6 will be evaluated by a job performance in the shop.
- Outcome 9 will be evaluated through classroom test 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.