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AUMT-2337-001 Automotive Electronics
<p>Prerequisites: AUMT 1305 and ELPT 1311</p>
Study of electronic principles applied to microcomputers and communication systems. Includes digital fundamentals and use of electronic test equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific.
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(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)
On Campus Course
Modern Automotive Technology, Duffy, 8th edition, Hardcover, 2014 ISBN#-978-1-6190-370-7
Modern Automotive Technology Shop Manual, Johanson, ISBN#- 978-1-61960-377-6
Safety Glasses or Goggles
Non-slip work boots or shoes
Tools from ELPT 1311 syllabus are required (includes Digital Volt meter)
Battery Terminal cleaning tool.
Brash bristle brush.
Aligator jumper wire set.
End-of-Course Outcomes: Employ proper safety procedures; use scan tools, digital storage oscilloscopes, and other electronic test equipment; and apply electronic principles to the diagnosis of microcomputers, analysis of communication circuits, and interpretation of sensor data.
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Students must come to class wearing the appropriate AC uniform shirts.
Students MUST wear safety glasses in the shop/lab.
No cell phones are to be in use during class unless requested by Instructor.
Students will be respectful of other classes being conducted in the building, respectful of their peers, and of the instructor.
Students are expected to dress appropriately (shirts tucked in, no profanity on clothing, no holes in clothing) and clothing must appear to be laundered regularly.
The final grade will be computed as follows:
Total points for attendance and daily grades for homework and quizes. Must take the Final exam and correctly answer 70% or higher.
A = 90 to 100 B = 80 to 89 C = 70 to 79 D = 60 to 69 F = Below 60
There are (TBD) days of class in this course. Each class day there will be a sign in sheet. Your final grade will be calculated on an average of your attendance, your participation in lab work, and an average of homework and quiz scores.
Class 15%-homework, quizes, etc
Attendance 35%- Being tardy will automatically count off 25 points on your attendance grade for the day, leaving early will result in a zero for the day.
Lab- 35%- Active participation in lab activities is a major part of your grade, you must be dressed appropriately to work safely on vehicles. Your willingness to work with others and maintaining a positive attitude is part of your Lab grade.
Final – %15
The class meets on Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. *** See foot note
There are six A TECH Electronic workstations that the students will rotate through working on in teams of 2 persons each. You must document that you have completed at least 95% of the A-Tech workstations answer sheets. During the same time the following information will be covered in class as it corresponds with the A TECH training stations.
Day 1 and 2; Automotive Electrical Review
Review of circuit faults and operation of electrical components.
Review safety components of electricity, review of the major circuit faults, wire repair and circuit components and operation.
Operation of automotive electronic components; diodes, transistors, relays, thermistors, and capacitors.
Day 3; Diagnostic Resources and Procedures
The Diagnostic Thought Process and critical thinking skills !
Use of diagnostic tools related to automotive electronics; with Tech 2, Snap On Verdict, and Mac Mentor version 2012
Service information and service bulletins. Review of navigation in "Mitchell On Demand" service information, to include some internet research.
Day 3 and 4; Computers and sensor inputs.
DC circuits and AC circuits and components
Defining a sensor and sensor types.
Outputs and multiplexed data communication.
Computer functions; A/D conversion and D/A conversion, processing and parts of a computer.
Day 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10; A-Tech Training
Lab Day for Electronic A-Tech Trainers
Lab Day for Electronic A-Tech Trainers
Lab Day for Electronic A-Tech Trainers
Lab Day for Electronic A-Tech Trainers
Day 11; A-Tech Training and Hybrid Vehicles
Introduction to Hybrid Vehicle Technology; safety procedures, high voltage battery and charging system, 12 volt system components, diagnostics
Day 12; Review course and extra lab work with final exam
Serial data, CAN and BUS, and diagnostics.
***Course calendar may be altered due to unscheduled field trips, industry visitations, Amarillo College scheduled student events, and job fairs at the discretion of the instructor, or for increment weather, campus closings.
Prerequisite course ELPT 1311 Basic Electrical
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