Course Title: Automotive Technology III School to Offer Course: Carlin, Elko, Jackpot, Owyhee, Spring Creek and West Wendover Grade Level: 12 District Textbook Adoption: Computerized Engine Controls 7th ed. Student ISBN: 1-4180-1139-8 Instructors Manual: 1-4180-1140-1 TechOne Automotive Electricity and Electronics Student ISBN: 1-4018-1394-1 Instructors CD-Rom: 1-4018-1395-X TechOne Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Student ISBN: 1-4180-3989.4 Instructors CD-Rom: 1-4018-3990-8 TechOne Automotive Engine Performance Student ISBN: 1-40188-3401-9 Instructors CD-Rom: 1-4018-3496-5

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY III

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Students enrolled in Auto Shop III will receive a comprehensive overview of today’s automobile system, electrical/electronic systems, engine performance, heating and air conditioning, brake systems, suspension and steering, engine repair, automatic transmission and transaxle, manual drive train and axles, service/automotive management, diesel injection, security, navigation, and alternate fuel vehicles, and audio systems. This class is open to 12th grade students who have received a passing grade in Auto I and Auto II shop.

COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of Auto Shop III the student should be prepared to go on to further their education in the automotive career field. Or become a successful automotive technician in a local automotive shop. The student will have a general understanding of today’s computer repair procedures, show success in diagnosing and fixing technical components within the automobile. Students will have an understanding of what is required of an automobile technician in today’s modern dealership environment.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

1. Orientation/Shop Procedures: Students should become familiar with the automotive field and general shop procedures.

2. Safety: Students should learn the general safety rules and shop related rules. 3. Electrical/Electronic System: Students shall understand the automotive service

requirements for electrical/electronic systems; to include general electrical system diagnosis.

4. Engine Performance: Students shall demonstrate understanding of general engine

diagnosis and computerized engine controls, ignition systems, fuel, air and exhaust system.

5. Heating and Air Conditioning: Students shall understand automotive service

requirements for heating and air conditioning, to include A/C system, refrigeration system components, related controls diagnostic and repair, and refrigerant recovery, recycling and handling.

6. Brake systems: Students shall understand automotive service requirements for brakes;

to include hydraulic systems, drum brakes, disc brakes, power assist units, anti- lock brake systems, and miscellaneous (wheel bearings, parking brakes, electrical, etc.) diagnosis and repair.

7. Suspension and Steering Systems: Students shall understand automotive service

requirements for suspension and steering, suspension systems, wheel and tire diagnosis and repair, and wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair.

8. Engine Repair: Students shall understand automotive service requirements for engine

repair to include general diagnosis; engine removal and reinstallation; cylinder head and valve trains, engine blocks, lubrication and cooling system.

9. Automatic Transmission and Transaxle: Students shall understand automotive

service requirements for automatic transmission and transaxle, to include general transmission and transaxle diagnosis, maintenance and adjustment, and in-vehicle and off-vehicle transmission and transaxle repair.

10. Manual Drive Train and Axles: Students shall understand automotive service

requirements for manual drive train and axles to include clutch, transmission and transaxle, drive shaft and half shaft, universal and constant-velocity (CV) joint, drive axle, and four-wheel and all-wheel drive component diagnosis and repair.

11. Service/Automotive Management: The student should be able to state the different

areas involved in managing an automotive service business, and become familiar with such terms as: job resumes and apprenticeships.

12. Diesel Injection Systems: The student should be able to understand basic principles of

diesel engine systems, summarize the difference between a gasoline engine and a diesel engine, and describe major parts of a diesel engine.

13. Security, Navigation, and Alternate Fuel Vehicles: The student should be able to

explain the operation of a vehicle security system, vehicle navigation system, compare security system design variations, and summarize operation of alternate power vehicles.

14. Audio/Sound System: The student should be able to describe the operating principles of

a radio, basic differences between AM and FM, and diagnose basic sound system problems.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY THREE:

Upon completion of the Automotive Technology Three course, this student has performed the following major competencies at the following levels (Certificate Competencies):

COURSE COMPETENCIES: 1) Orientation and Shop Procedures: a). Discuss the Skills U.S.A club and the Ford/AAA

Student Auto Skills competition. 2) Safety: a) Understand all general shop safety rules and

procedures. 3) Electrical/Electronic Systems a) Measure and diagnose the cause of abnormal key-off

battery drain. b) Disassemble alternator, clean, inspect, and test

components. c) Inspect, replace, and aim headlights and bulbs. d) Diagnose the cause of open shorts and grounds in the

automobile system. e) Diagnose lighting system problems in today’s

automobiles. f) Diagnose gauge circuit problems. g) Diagnose incorrect electric lock operation. 4) Engine Performance Systems: a) Diagnose unusual engine noise or vibration concerns. b) Diagnose engine mechanical, electrical concerns using

an oscilloscope and engine diagnostic equipment. c) Prepare 4 or 5 gas engine analyzer, inspect and

prepare vehicle for test, obtain exhaust readings. d) Diagnose driveability problems related to computerized

engine controls, with stored diagnostic trouble codes. e) Inspect and test computerized engine control, sensors,

switches, and actuators. f) Diagnose no-starting conditions on vehicle with DIS

and conventional ignition systems. g) Inspect and test ignition system pick-up sensor and

triggering device. h) Test fuel system pressure. I) Perform exhaust system back pressure test. j) Inspect and test components of intake air temperature

control system.

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g) Inspect and test thermostat, pressure test cooling

system. k) Perform cooling system pressure test. 5) Heating and Air Conditioning Systems. a) Diagnose A/C system concerns and failures,

troubleshoot and repair system concerns. b) Inspect and test electrical components of the A/C

system, repair or replace. c) Recycle refrigerant. d) Performance test A/C systems and charge as

necessary. 6) Brake Systems: a) Diagnose braking system failures, concerns, make

necessary repairs or replace components, verify repairs.

b) Inspect, test, and replace components of the brake lighting systems.

c) Remove, inspect, and replace wheel cylinders. d) Perform brake shoe, brake disc pad replacement,

adjust brake shoes, and bleed brake system. e) Replace parking brake cables. f) Diagnose anti-lock brake system, concerns, failures,

and complete repairs as needed. h) Diagnose electrical concerns, failures, and complete

repairs as needed. 7) Suspension and Steering Systems: a) Flush, fill, and bleed power steering systems. b) Remove and replace power steering pumps and

pulleys. c) Inspect and replace power steering hoses and fittings. d) Inspect and replace tie-rod ends, ball joints, idler arms,

pitman arms, and other related steering components. e) Check and adjust front wheel toe. f) Center steering wheel. g) Replace power steering pump belt. h) Replace MacPherson struts. I) Diagnose short arm-long arm suspension system

concern or failures, replace components as needed. j. Diagnose vehicle steering driveability concerns,

wanders, pulls, or vibrations. k) Check and adjust front and rear wheel camber. l) Check and adjust rear wheel caster. m) Check and adjust rear wheel toe.

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n) Balance wheel and tire assembly. o) Reinstall wheel, torque wheel lug nuts. p) Check and adjust caster, camber, and toe-in or out. 8) Engine Repair System: a) Diagnose engine noises, vibrations, excessive oil

consumption, unusual colored exhaust, odor, or sound. b) Resurface valves. 9) Automatic Transmission and Transaxle: a) Perform lock-up converter system test. b) Inspect, leak test, flush, and replace cooler lines, and

fittings. c) Inspect and test, adjust, repair or replace transmission

related electrical and electronic components. d) Inspect, repair, and replace governor assembly and

vacuum modulator. 10 Manual Drive Train and axles: a) Diagnose clutch system failures, noises, and concerns. b) Diagnose manual transmission failure, jumping out of

gear, concerns, and noises. c) Inspect and replace gaskets, sealants, and seals,

inspect sealing surfaces. d) Diagnose differential noises, vibrations, and chatter

concerns. e) Check ring and pinion contact patterns, measure and

adjust preload and backlash. f) Inspect, adjust, and repair shifting control problems. 11 Service/Automotive Management: a) Complete a job resume, job interview, and identify job

placement services. b) Complete two-four page automotive technology

papers. c) Understand the ASE certification process. d) Understand the term entrepreneurship. e) Understand Computerized Service Data programs,

(Mitchell On-Demand). 12 Diesel Injection Systems: a) Describe the major parts of a diesel engine and its

injection system. b) List safety precautions pertaining to diesel injection

systems. c) Perform basic maintenance operations on a diesel

engine vehicle.

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13 Security, Navigation, and Alternate Fuel Vehicles. a) Summarize the operation of alternate power sources

for vehicles. b) Discuss the term hybrid vehicle and the different types. c) Discuss the operation of security systems and

navigation systems. 14 Audio Systems and Sound Systems: a) Explain how to test speaker polarity, and match

speaker impedance. b) Explain the terms crossovers and powerline capacitors. c) List causes and corrections of radio noise and

interference.

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GENERAL LEARNER OUTCOMES AND SCOPE/SEQUENCE Automotive Technology III

Upon completion of the Automotive Technology III course, a student will be able to perform the following competencies: STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE

1.1.1-1.1.15 1.2.1-1.2.9 1.1 exc 1.2 exc 7.0 met 7.0 met 7.1 exc 7.1 exc 7.4 exc

General Course Goals: ORIENTATION AND SHOP PROCEDURES: 1. Review course competencies from Automotive Shop I and II. 2. Discuss the Skills U.S.A. club and the Ford/AAA Student

Automotive Skills competition. 3. Discuss automotive employment opportunities available

during the class year (ECSD apprenticeship). 4. Discuss automotive scholarships through the different post-

secondary colleges here in Elko and the State of Nevada, and across the United States.

5. Discuss teacher written letter of recommendation and when they are due.

SAFETY: 1. Review (Safety) performance indicators 1.1.1-1.1.15, which

were covered during Auto I and II. 2. Review (Safety) performance indicators 1.2.1-1.2.9, which

were covered during the Automotive I and II classes. 3. Pass safety test with 100% accuracy. 4. Design a lab safety-improvement plan. 5. Design a fire safety improvement plan. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: 1. Review basic electrical/electronic course competencies from

Automotive I (1-13). 2. Review basic electrical/electronic course competencies from

Automotive II (1-45). 3. Measure and diagnose the cause(s) of abnormal key-off

battery drain; determine necessary action. 4. Inspect and test switches, connectors, relays, and wires of

electrical/electronic circuits; perform necessary action. 5. Review starting/charging Automotive I course competencies

(1-15). 6. Disassemble generator (alternator), clean, inspect, and test

components; determine necessary action.

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 7.5.1 7.5 exc 7.5 exc 7.6 exc 7.6 exc 7.6 exc 7.7 exc 7.7.1 7.7.2 7.8 exc 7.8 exc 9.0 met 9.0 met 9.1 exc 9.1 exc 9.1 exc

ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: 7. Inspect, replace, and aim headlights and bulbs. 8. Diagnose the cause of brighter than normal, intermittent, dim,

or no light operation; determine necessary action. 9. Inspect and diagnose incorrect turn signal or hazard light

operation; perform necessary action. 10. Inspect and test gauges and gauge sending units for cause of

intermittent, high, low, or no gauge readings; determine necessary action.

11. Inspect and test connectors, wires, and printed circuit boards of gauge circuits; determine necessary action.

12. Diagnose the cause of incorrect operation of warning devices and other driver information systems; determine necessary action.

13. Diagnose incorrect wiper operation; diagnose wiper speed control and park problems; perform necessary action.

14. Diagnose incorrect horn operation; perform necessary action. 15. Diagnose incorrect windshield washer operation; perform

necessary action. 16. Diagnose incorrect operation of cruise control systems; repair

as needed. 17. Diagnose radio static and weak, intermittent, or no radio

reception; determine necessary action. 18. Diagnose incorrect electric lock operation; determine

necessary action. ENGINE PERFORMANCE SYSTEMS: 1. Review Automotive I course competencies (1-6) taught in the

Automotive I course. 2. Review Automotive II course competencies (1-21) taught in

the Automotive II course. 3. Diagnose unusual exhaust color, odor, and sound; determine

necessary action. 4. Diagnose unusual engine noise or vibration concerns;

determine necessary action. 5. Diagnose engine mechanical, electrical, electronic, fuel, and

ignition concerns with an oscilloscope and engine diagnostic equipment; determine necessary action.

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 9.1.5 9.2 exc 9.2 exc 9.2 exc 9.2 exc 9.3 exc 9.3 exc 9.3.5 9.3.6 9.4.3 9.4.4

ENGINE PERFORMANCE SYSTEMS: 6. Prepare 4 or 5 gas analyzer; inspect and prepare vehicle for

test, and obtain exhaust readings; interpret readings, and determine necessary action.

7. Diagnose the causes of emissions or driveability concerns resulting from failure of computerized engine controls with stored diagnostic trouble codes.

8. Diagnose emissions or driveability concerns resulting from failure of computerized engine controls with no stored diagnostic trouble codes; determine necessary action.

9. Inspect and test computerized engine control system sensors, powertrain control module (PCM), actuators, and circuits; perform necessary action.

10. Diagnose driveability and emission problems resulting from failures of interrelated systems (cruise control, security alarms, suspension controls, traction controls, A/C, automatic transmissions, non-OEM-installed accessories, and similar systems); determine necessary action.

11. Diagnose no-starting, driveability, and emission concerns on vehicles with electronic ignition (EI/DIS) (distributorless) systems; determine necessary action.

12. Diagnose no-starting, driveability, and emission concerns on vehicles with distributor ignition (DI) systems; determine necessary action.

13. Inspect and test ignition system pick-up sensor or triggering devices; perform necessary action.

14. Inspect and test ignition control module; perform necessary action.

15. Inspect and test fuel pressure regulation system and components of injection-type fuel systems; perform necessary action.

16. Remove, service, and install throttle body; adjust related linkages.

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 9.4.5 9.4.8 9.4.9 9.4 exc 9.4 exc 9.4 exc 9.4 exc 9.5 exc 9.5.1 9.5.2

ENGINE PERFORMANCE SYSTEMS: 17. Inspect throttle body mounting plates, air induction and

filtration system, intake manifold, and gaskets; perform necessary action.

18. Inspect exhaust manifolds, exhaust pipes, muffler(s), catalytic converter(s), resonators(s), tail pipes(s), and heat shields(s); perform necessary action.

19. Perform exhaust system back-pressure test; determine necessary action.

20. Diagnose hot or cold no-starting, hard starting, poor drive ability, incorrect idle speed, poor idle, flooding, hesitation, surging, engine misfire, power loss, stalling, poor mileage, dieseling, and emissions problems on vehicle with carburetor-type fuel systems; determine necessary action.

21. Diagnose hot or cold no-starting, hard starting, poor drivability, incorrect idle speed, poor idle, flooding, hesitation, surging, engine misfire, power loss, stalling, poor mileage, dieseling, and emission problems on vehicles with injection-type fuel systems; determine necessary action.

22. Remove, inspect, and test vacuum and electrical circuits, components and connections of fuel system; perform necessary action.

23. Test the operation of the turbocharger/supercharger systems, determine necessary actions.

24. Diagnose emission and drivability problems caused by failure of the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system; determine necessary action.

25. Inspect and test positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter breather cap, valve, tubes, orifices, and hoses; perform necessary action.

26. Inspect and test valve, valve manifold, and exhaust passages of the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems; perform necessary actions.

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 9.5.3 9.5.4 9.5 exc 9.6 exc 9.6.1 9.6.2 8.1 exc 8.2 exc 8.4 exc 8.4 exc 8.4 exc 8.4.1 8.4.2

ENGINE PERFORMANCE SYSTEMS: 27. Inspect and test vacuum/pressure controls, filters, and hoses

of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems; perform necessary action.

28. Inspect and test components of catalytic converter systems; perform necessary action.

29. Inspect and test components of intake air temperature control system; perform necessary action.

30. Inspect and test mechanical/electrical fans, fan clutch, fan shroud/ducting, air dams, and fan control devices; perform necessary action.

31. Inspect and test thermostat, by-pass, and housing; perform necessary action.

32. Perform cooling system pressure tests; check coolant condition; inspect and test radiator, pressure cap, coolant recovery tank; perform necessary action.

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS: 1. Review course competencies (1-11) taught during the

Automotive I course. 2. Review course competencies (2-18) taught during the

Automotive II course. 3. Diagnose unusual operating noises in the A/C system;

determine necessary action. 4. Diagnose A/C system conditions that cause the protection

devices (pressure, thermal, and PCM) to interrupt system operation; determine necessary action.

5. Diagnose failures in the electrical controls of heating, ventilation, and A/C (HVAC) systems; determine necessary action.

6. Inspect and test A/C-heater blower, motors, resistors, switches, relays, wiring, and protection devices; perform necessary action.

7. Test A/C compressor load cut-off systems; determine necessary action.

8. Inspect and test A/C-heater control cables and linkages; perform necessary action.

9. Inspect and test A/C-heater ducts, doors, hoses, and outlets; perform necessary action.

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 8.3 exc 8.5.2 8.5.3 8.5.4 6.1.1 6.1 exc 6.1 exc 6.1 exc 6.2 exc 6.2.3 6.2.4 6.2.5 6.3.1 6.3.2 6.3.3

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS: 10. Inspect and test fan, fan clutch (electrical and mechanical),

fan shroud, and air dams; perform necessary action. 11. Identify (by label application, or use of a refrigerant identifier)

and recover A/C system refrigerant. 12. Recycle refrigerant. 13. Test recycled refrigerant for non-condensable gases. BRAKE SYSTEMS: 1. Review course competencies (1-12) taught during the

Automotive One course. 2. Review course competencies (2-22 taught during the

Automotive Two course. 3. Measure and adjust pedal height. 4. Diagnose poor stopping, pulling or dragging concerns caused

by problems in the hydraulic system; determine necessary action.

5. Inspect, test, and replace metering (hold-off), proportioning (balance), pressure differential, and combination valves.

6. Inspect, test, and replace components of brake warning light system.

7. Diagnose poor stopping, noise, pulling, grabbing, dragging, or pedal pulsation concerns; determine necessary action.

8. Remove, clean, and inspect brake shoes, springs, pin, clips, levers, adjusters/self-adjusters, other related brake hardware, and backing support plates; lubricate and reassemble.

9. Remove, inspect, and install wheel cylinders. 10. Pre-adjust brake shoes and parking brake before installing

brake drum or drum/hub assemblies and wheel bearings. 11. Remove caliper assembly from mounting; clean and inspect

for leaks and damage to caliper housing; determine necessary action.

12. Clean and inspect caliper mounting and slides for wear and damage; determine necessary action.

13. Remove, clean and inspect pads and retaining hardware; determine necessary action.

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 6.3.4 6.3.5 6.4.1 6.5.3 6.6 exc 6.6 exc 6.6 exc 6.6 exc 6.6 exc 6.6.1 5.1.1 5.1.4 5.1.6 5.1.7 5.1.8 5.1.9

14. Disassemble and clean caliper assembly; inspect parts for

wear, rust, scoring, and damage; replace seal, boot, and damaged or worn parts.

15. Reassemble, lubricate, and reinstall caliper, pads, and related hardware; seat pads, and inspect for leaks.

16. Test pedal free travel with and without engine running; check power assist operation.

17. Check parking brake cables and components for wear, rusting, binding, and corrosion; clean, lubricate, and replace as needed.

18. Inspect and test anti-lock brake system (ABS) components; determine necessary action.

19. Diagnose poor stopping, wheel lock-up, abnormal pedal feel or pulsation, and noise concerns caused by the anti-lock brake system (ABS); determine necessary action.

20. Diagnose anti-lock brake system (ABS) electronic controls and components using self-diagnosis and/or recommended test equipment; determine necessary action.

21. Remove and install anti-lock brake system (ABS) electrical/electronic and hydraulic components.

22. Service, test, and adjust anti-lock brake system (ABS) speed sensors.

23. Depressurize high-pressure components of the anti-lock brake (ABS).

SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEMS: 1. Review course competencies from the Automotive I course

(1-9). 2. Review course competencies from the Automotive II course

(2-11). 3. Disable and enable supplemental restraint system (SRS) in

accordance with manufacturer’s procedures. 4. Adjust manual or power non-rack and pinion worm bearings. 5. Flush, fill, and bleed power steering system. 6. Remove, inspect, and replace power steering pump, mounts,

seals, and gaskets. 7. Remove, inspect, and replace power steering pump pulley;

check alignment. 8. Inspect and replace power steering hoses and fittings.

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 5.1.10 5.1.11 5.1.12 5.1.13 5.1.14 5.2.1 5.2.3 5.2.5 5.2.6 5.2.7 5.2.8 5.2.9 5.2.11 5.2 exc 5.2 exc 5.3.1 5.3.2

SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEMS: 9. Inspect and replace pitman arm, relay (center/intermediate)

rod, idler arm and mountings, and steering linkage damper. 10. Inspect, replace, and adjust tie rod ends (sockets), tie rod

sleeves, and clamps. 11. Inspect power steering fluid levels and condition. 12. Diagnose power steering fluid leakage; determine necessary

action. 13. Remove, inspect, replace, and adjust power steering pump

belt. 14. Remove, inspect, and install upper and lower control arms,

bushings, shafts, and rebound bumpers. 15. Remove, inspect, and install upper and lower ball joints on

short and long arm suspension systems. 16. Remove, inspect, and install short and long arm suspension

system coil springs and spring insulators. 17. Remove, inspect, and install, and adjust suspension system

torsion bars; inspect mounts. 18. Remove, inspect, and install stabilizer bar bushings, brackets,

and links. 19. Remove, inspect, and install MacPherson strut cartridge or

assembly, strut coil spring, insulators, (silencers), and upper strut bearing mount.

20. Remove, inspect, and install coil springs and spring insulators.

21. Remove, inspect, and install leaf springs, leaf spring insulators (silencers), shackles, bracelets, bushings, and mounts.

22. Diagnose short and long arm suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven riding height concerns; determine necessary action.

23. Diagnose MacPherson strut suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven riding height concerns; determine necessary action.

24. Check adjust front wheel toe; adjust as needed. 25. Center steering wheel

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 5.3.4 5.3 exc 5.3 exc 5.3 exc 5.3 exc 5.3 exc 5.4.1 5.4.2 5.4.3 5.4.7 5.4.8 5.4.9 2.1 exc 2.1 exc 2.2 exc 2.3 exc

SUSPENSION AND STEERING SYSTEMS: 26. Measure vehicle-riding height; determine necessary action. 27. Diagnose vehicle wander, drift, pull, hard steering, bump

steer, memory steer, torque steer, and steering return concerns; determine necessary action.

28. Check and adjust front and rear wheel camber; perform necessary action.

29. Check and adjust caster; perform necessary action. 30. Check and adjust rear wheel toe. 31. Check front cradle (subframe) alignment; determine

necessary action. 32. Diagnose wheel/tire vibration, shimmy, and noise; determine

necessary action. 33. Measure wheel, tire, axle, and hub run out; determine

necessary action. 34. Diagnose tire pull (lead) problem; determine necessary action. 35. Balance wheel and tire assembly (static and dynamic). 36. Dismount, inspect, repair, and remount tire on wheel. 37. Reinstall wheel; torque lug nuts. ENGINE REPAIR SYSTEMS: 1. Review course competencies taught in the Automotive One

course (1-5). 2. Review course competencies taught in Automotive Two

course. (1-4), (1-10), (1-3), (1-7), (1-14), (1-11), (1-22), (1-7), (1-17).

3. Diagnose engine noises and vibrations; determine necessary action.

4. Diagnose the cause of excessive oil consumption, unusual engine exhaust color, odor, and sound; determine necessary action.

5. Resurface valves; perform necessary action. 6. Inspect engine block for visible cracks, passage condition,

core and gallery plug condition, and surface warppage; determine necessary action.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE: 1. Review course competencies taught in the Automotive One

course (1-6). 2. Review course competencies taught in the Automotive Two

course (1-19).

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 3.1 exc 3.1 exc 3.3 exc 3.3 exc 3.3 exc 3.3 exc 3.4 exc 4.1 exc 4.2 exc 4.2 exc 4.2 exc 4.3 4.4 exc 4.4 exc 4.4 exc 4.4 exc 4.4 exc 4.4 exc

3. Perform lock-up converter system test; determine necessary

action. 4. Diagnose electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, vacuum control

system concerns; determine necessary action. 5. Inspect, leak test, flush, and replace cooler lines, and fittings. 6. Inspect and test, adjust, repair or replace transmission related

electrical and electronic components (includes computer solenoids, sensors, relays, switches, and harnesses).

7. Inspect, repair, and replace governor assembly. 8. Inspect, adjust or replace (as applicable) vacuum modulator;

inspect and repair or replace lines and hoses. 9. Inspect bushings, replace as needed. MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: 1. Review course competencies (1-11) which were taught during

the Automotive I course. 2. Review course competencies (clutch 1-15), (Manual trans. 1-

12), drive lines (1-17), and (transfer case 4-wd 1-7). 3. Diagnose clutch noise, binding, slippage, pulsation, and

chatter; determine necessary action. 4. Diagnose noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid

leakage concerns; determine necessary action. 5. Inspect and replace gaskets, seals, and sealants; inspect

sealing surface. 6. Diagnose transaxle final drive assembly noise and vibration

concerns; determine necessary action. 7. Check shaft balance; measure shaft runout; measure and

adjust driveline angles. 8. Diagnose differential noise, vibration, slippage, and chatter

concerns; determine necessary action. 9. Inspect and replace companion flange and pinion seal;

measure companion flange runout. 10. Inspect ring gear and measure runout; determine necessary

action. 11. Measure and adjust drive pinion depth. 12. Measure and adjust drive pinion bearing preload. 13. Measure rotating torque; determine necessary action.

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STANDARD COURSE COMPETENCIES SCOPE/SEQUENCE 4.4 exc 4.4 exc 4.4 exc 4.4 exc 4.5 exc

MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES SYSTEMS: 14. Measure and adjust side bearing preload and ring and pinion

gear total backlash and backlash variation on a differential carrier assembly (threaded cup or shim types).

15. Check ring and pinion tooth contact patterns; perform necessary action.

16. Reassemble and reinstall differential case assembly; measure runout; determine necessary action.

17. Diagnose drive axle shafts, bearings, and seals for noise, vibration, and fluid leakage concerns; determine necessary action.

18. Inspect, adjust, and repair shifting controls (mechanical, electrical, and vacuum), bushings, mounts, levers, and brackets.

SERVICE/AUTOMOTIVE MANAGEMENT: 1. Complete a job resume, a job interview, and identify job

placement services. 2. Discuss the term school to careers and understand how it is

involved at our local level. 3. Research automotive career opportunities outside the

secondary level and what automotive colleges are available for post-secondary studies, and what scholarships are available.

4. Listen to guest presenter’s about employment topics, post-secondary education topics, and post-secondary scholarship topics.

5. Complete two-four page automotive technology papers. 6. Understand the ASE certification and how an automotive

technician becomes certified in the National Institute for Automotive Service.

7. Understand the term entrepreneurship and what it takes to be a good entrepreneur in the automotive career field.

8. Understand the Computerized Service Data, and how these programs work in the Automotive Shop.

DIESEL INJECTION SYSTEMS: 1. Explain the operating principles of a diesel injection system. 2. Summarize the difference between gasoline and diesel

engines.

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3. Describe the major parts of a diesel engine and its injection

system. 4. Compare variations in the design of diesel engine systems. 5. List safety precautions pertaining to diesel injection service. 6. Perform basic maintenance operations on a diesel engine

vehicle. SECURITY, NAVIGATION, AND ALTERNATE FUEL VEHICLES: 1. Explain the operation of vehicle security systems and the

operation of vehicle navigation systems. 2. Discuss how automotive engineers might change vehicle

designs in the future to increase safety, comfort, dependability, and environmental control of our planet.

3. Summarize the operation of alternate power sources for vehicles.

4. Discuss the term hybrid vehicles and the different type systems that are used today and in the future.

AUDIO SYSTEMS: 1. Explain how to test speaker polarity. 2. Explain how to match speaker impedance. 3. Explain the terms crossovers and powerline capacitors. 4. List causes and corrections of radio noise and interference.

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