Introduction to Automotive Technology Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Instructor Information

Instructor

Paul Bratcher (Curriculum Vitae)

E-Mail

sbratcher24@actx.edu

Phone

8063354383

Office Location

Transportation Career Center 107C

Office Hours

Course Information

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Course

AUMT-1305-002 Introduction to Automotive Technology

Prerequisites

Course Description

An introduction to the automotive industry including automotive history, safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, professional responsibilities and basic automotive maintenance. May be taught manufacturer specific.

Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website

Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Modern Automotive Technology, Duffy, 8th edition 
ISBN#-978-1-6190-370-7

Modern Automotive Technology Shop Manual, Johanson,
ISBN#-978-1-61960-377-6

Supplies

Tools from ELPT 1311, MCHN 1343, and INMT 1305 are required

Safety Glasses or Goggles

Non-slip work boots or shoes

1/4", 3/8", 1/2” socket set with drive

Student Performance

End-of-Course Outcomes: Utilize appropriate safety procedures; describe historical development and career information of the automotive industry; demonstrate safe, professional, and responsible work practices; demonstrate the proper use of shop equipment and tools; describe the eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) vehicle subsystems; use service information; and perform basic automotive maintenance.

1. Identify general shop safety rules and procedures.

  • 5 mph speed limit
  • No more than 10 cars in the shop at one time
  • Put creepers away so that others do not trip over them
  • The overhead doors turn the heat off when open

2. Utilize safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.

  • Block the wheels on rolling benches
  • Safely operate chain hoists and cherry pickers
  • Brake drum lathes
  • Tire balancer
  • Tire changer
  • Properly handle used oil and be aware of storage containers
  • Properly use hot water parts washer
  • Maintain mops and mop buckets
  • Properly use bench grinders and wear PPE

3. Identify and use proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.

  • Choose the right jack for the right job, 10 ton jack for trucks, 2 ton jack for cars
  • Store jack stands in proper location
  • Safely use transmission jacks

4. Identify and use proper procedures for safe lift operation.

  • Safety precautions for the 30,000 lb. lift, this one has air operated safety locks
  • Safety precautions for the alignment lift
  • Safety precautions for all lifts

5. Utilize proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.

  • There are two ventilation systems in the shop, learn how to use each one and remember to turn them off

There are several ventilation systems in the Collision bay, learn how to use them properly

6. Identify marked safety areas.

7. Identify the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment; demonstrate knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.

8. Identify the location and use of eye wash stations.

9. Identify the location of the posted evacuation routes.

10.Comply with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.

11.Identify and wear appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

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.

Grading Criteria

The final grade will be computed as follows:

 

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.

15% – Class (homework, quizzes, etc.)

35% – Attendance (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.)

35% – Lab (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.)

15% – Final

Attendance

  • 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.

 

Students missing three days of instruction will result in a grade 0.

 

Being tardy to class twice will count as one absence.

Calendar

MODULE activities listed in this section are subject to change due to weather conditions and instructor discretion.

MODULE one and two– Orientation - introductions

MODULE 3,4 - Chapter 1- Introduction to automotive technology:

The Automobile.

Objectives : 

  1. Describe the major the purpose of fundamental automotive systems.
  2. Explain the interaction of automotive systems.
  3. Describe the automobile design variations.  –
  4. HOME WORK CHAPTER 1.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

 

MODULE 5,6,7 – Chapter 2 – automotive careers and certifications:

Objectives:

  1. List the most common types of automotive careers.
  2. Describe the skill needed to be an automotive technician.
  3. HOME WORK CHAPTER 2.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

Test Chapter 1

 

MODULE 8,9,10 – Chapter 3 – Basic hand tools.

Objectives:

  1. Identify common automotive hand tools.
  2. List safety rules for hand tools.
  3. Select the right tool for a given job.
  4. Maintain and store tools properly. 
  5. HOME WORK CHAPTER 3.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

Test Chapter 2

 

MODULE 11,12,13 - Chapter 4 – Power tools and Equipment.

Objectives:

  1. Describe the use of power tools and equipment
  2. Explain safety rules as they pertain to power tools.
  3. Explain advantages of one tool over another.
  4. HOME WORK CHAPTER 4.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

Chapter 5 - The auto shop and safety.

  1. Describe the typical layout of a shop.
  2. Identify types of accidents and ways to avoid them.
  3. Describe general safety rules.
  4. HOME WORK CHAPTER 5.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

 Test Chapter 3- 4

 

MODULE 14,15,16 - Chapter 6 – Automotive measuring and math.

  1. Identify basic measuring tools.
  2. Describe basic use of measuring tools.
  3. Use conversion charts.
  4. Understand standard and metric system.
  5. HOME WORK CHAPTER 6.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

Test Chapter 5

 

MODULE  17,18,19 - – Chapter 7 - Service information and work orders. 

  1. Describe the different types of service manuals.
  2. Find and correctly use service manuals.
  3. Explain different types of troubleshooting charts.
  4. HOME WORK CHAPTER 7.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

Test chapter 6

 

MODULE 20,21,22 - Chapter 8 – Basic electricity and electronics.

  1. Explain principals of electricity.
  2. Compare voltage current resistance.
  3. Describe basic electrical terms.
  4. Understand basic electronic systems in vehicles.
  5. HOME WORK CHAPTER 8.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

Test chapter 7

 

 

MODULE 23,24,25 – Chapter 9 – Fasteners, gaskets, seals, and sealant.

  1. Identify commonly used automotive fasteners.
  2. Select and use fasteners properly.
  3. Know safety rules associated with gaskets
  4. HOME WORK CHAPTER 9.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

Chapter 10 – Vehicle maintenance fluid service and recycling.

  1. Understand vehicle maintenance.
  2. Locate fluid leaks.
  3. Perform a grease job.
  4. Inspect general hoses, belts, and other components.
  5. HOME WORK CHAPTER 10.  – ASE QUESTIONS.

 

Test – Chapter 8 -9 -10

 

 

Last DAY  – finals

Additional Information

Syllabus Created on:

03/29/17 12:01 PM

Last Edited on:

03/29/17 12:01 PM