Automotive Electronics Syllabus for 2018-2019
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Course

AUMT-2337-001 Automotive Electronics

Prerequisites

<p>Prerequisites: AUMT 1305 and AUMT 1307</p>

Course Description

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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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Automotive Technology, A Systems Approach, Jack Erjavec, Rob Thompson, 6th Edition
ISBN#-13: 978-133-61231-5

Supplies

Safety Glasses or Goggles

Non-slip work shoes or boots

1/2" drive socket set

Tools from AUMT 1305 syllabi are required

Student Performance

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.
 

1. Inspect, test, repair, and/or replace components, connectors, terminals, harnesses, and wiring in electrical/electronic systems (including solder

repairs); determine needed action.  

2. Maintain or restore electronic memory functions.

Identify safety precautions for high voltage systems on electric, hybrid-electric, and diesel vehicles

 

  3. Identify electrical/electronic modules, security systems, radios, and other accessories that require reinitialization or code entry after reconnecting vehicle battery.

4. Identify hybrid vehicle auxiliary (12v) battery service, repair, and test procedures.

5. Inspect and test starter relays and solenoids; determine needed action.

6. Remove and install starter in a vehicle.

7. Inspect and test switches, connectors, and wires of starter control circuits.

8. Differentiate between electrical and engine mechanical problems that cause a no-crank or slow-crank condition.

9. Perform charging system output test; determine needed action.

10. Remove, inspect, and/or replace generator (alternator).

11. Diagnose (troubleshoot) the causes of brighter-than-normal, intermittent, dim, or no light operation; determine needed action.

12. Inspect interior and exterior lamps and sockets including headlights and auxiliary lights (fog lights/driving lights); replace as needed.

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Student Rights and Responsibilities

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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

Students are required to comply with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct. The Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct will be posted on the bulletin board in the Transportation Career Center and the Academic Classroom Center and will be explained in detail by the Instructor on the first day of class.

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 the instructor

Students will be respectful of other classes being conducted in the building, respectful of their peers, and of the other instructors

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

Students are expected to demonstrate proper hygiene while enrolled 

 

 

 

 

Grading Criteria

25% Daily Attendance & Participation

25% Homework, Quizzes, Handouts, Worksheets

25% Lab Performance

25% Final

 

90 - 100 = A

80- 89.9= B

70 - 79.9 = C

60 - 69.9 = D

0 - 59.9 = F

 

 

Attendance

You are expected to attend all class meetings on time and stay for the whole class. 15 points will be deducted from your daily attendance and participation grade for each instance you are late or leave early.

A tardy will be considered 10 minutes after class begins

Three tardies ( more than ten minutes after the start of class or leaving before class is concluded) equal an absence.

Attendance will be taken by the instructor on an attendance form and recorded daily in Blackboard

Calendar

  Day 1 and 2;  Automotive Electrical Review  (Chp 15,16,17,18)*

  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.

Chapters 15-23, 35 and 36 will be reviewed. Chapter end questions are expected to be answered and turned in on time, on designated Chapters. We will review the end of chapter questions and ASE type questions together as a class the following morning. Chapter homework will be assigned DAILY.

Specific dates for chapters will be posted in class and determined by classroom performance. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additional Information

Syllabus Created on:

06/14/18 1:40 PM

Last Edited on:

08/19/18 11:49 PM