Automotive Engine Theory Syllabus for 2020-2021
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Course

AUMT-2305-001 Automotive Engine Theory

Prerequisites

Prerequisites: AUMT 1305, AUMT 1319, and MCHN 1320

Course Description

Fundamentals of engine operation and diagnosis including lubrication and cooling systems. Emphasis on identification of components, measurements, inspections, and repair methods.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

CDX Preferred ACCESS Online - 2 Years & FAT 2e Textbook
BUNDLE ISBN#-13: 978-12-841-7182-2

CDX Preferred ACCESS Online (NO TEXTBOOK) - 2 Years
ISBN#-13: 978-12-841-7091-7

Supplies

Tools from  AUMT 1316 are required.

AC Logo Shirt

Safety Glasses

Non-slip work shoes or boots

¼ Drive socket set          (1/4 to ½) (5 mm to 13 mm)

3/8 Drive socket set        (3/8 to ¾) (8 mm to 19 mm)

½ Drive socket set          (1/2 to 1 ¼) (10 mm to 24 mm)

1/2” drive torque wrench

Combination wrenches   Set of (3/8 to 15/16)

Combination wrenches   Set (6 mm to 19 mm)

5/8 spark plug socket

8-piece screwdriver set

Blow gun

3-square file

Round file

Mill file

5” combination / slip-joint pliers

5” needle nose pliers

5” diagonal cutter pliers

L-shaped Hex wrench      Set (1 1/6 to 3/8) (1.5 mm to 10 mm)

Ball peen hammer           (16 oz.)

Feeler gauge set             (spark plug)

Feeler gauge set             (blade, gap general use)

Hacksaw

Gasket scraper

Punch and chisel set

Automotive digital multimeter

Toolbox

Compression gauge

Vacuum gauge

Torx set                           (T-10 through T-60)

Code reader

Plastic hammer

Student Performance

WECM End-of-Course Outcomes: Explain engine diagnostic techniques; identify engine components; explain engine operation; and identify signs of engine component failure.

ASE TASK LIST

General: Engine Diagnosis; Removal and Reinstallation (R&R)

• Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. (P-1)
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• Research applicable vehicle and service information, including fluid type, internal engine operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. (P-1)
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• Verify operation of the instrument panel engine warning indicators. (P-1)
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• Inspect engine assembly for fuel, oil, coolant, and other leaks; determine needed action. (P-1)
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• Install engine covers using gaskets, seals, and sealers as required. (P-1)
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• Verify engine mechanical timing. (P-1)
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• Perform common fastener and thread repair, to include: remove broken bolt, restore internal and external threads, and repair internal threads with thread insert. (P-1)
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• Inspect, remove, and/or replace engine mounts. (P-2)
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• Identify service precautions related to service of the internal combustion engine of a hybrid vehicle.    (P-2)
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• Remove and reinstall engine on a newer vehicle equipped with OBD; reconnect all attaching components and restore the vehicle to running condition. (P-3)

Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis and Repair

• Remove cylinder head; inspect gasket condition; install cylinder head and gasket; tighten according to manufacturers' specification and procedure. (P-1)
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• Clean and visually inspect a cylinder head for cracks; check gasket surface areas for warpage and surface finish; check passage condition. (P-1)
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• Adjust valves (mechanical or hydraulic lifters). (P-1)
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• Inspect and replace camshaft and drive belt/chain; includes checking drive gear wear and backlash, end play, sprocket and chain wear, overhead cam drive sprocket(s), drive belt(s), belt tension, tensioners, camshaft reluctor ring/tone-wheel, and valve timing components; verify correct camshaft timing. (P-1)
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• Establish camshaft position sensor indexing. (P-1)
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• Inspect pushrods, rocker arms, rocker arm pivots and shafts for wear, bending, cracks, looseness, and blocked oil passages (orifices); determine needed action. (P-2)

Engine Block Assembly Diagnosis and Repair

• Remove, inspect, and/or replace crankshaft vibration damper (harmonic balancer). (P-2)

Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair

• Perform cooling system pressure and dye tests tol identify leaks; check coolant condition and level; inspect and test radiator, pressure cap, coolant recovery tank, heater core, and galley plugs; determine needed action. (P-1)
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• Identify causes of engine overheating. (P-1)
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• Inspect, replace, and/or adjust drive belts, tensioners, and pulleys; check pulley and belt alignment.    (P-1)
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• Inspect and test coolant; drain and recover coolant; flush and refill cooling system; use proper fluid type per manufacturer specification; bleed air as required. (P-1)
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• Remove, inspect, and replace thermostat and gasket/seal. (P-1)
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• Inspect and test fan(s), fan clutch (electrical or mechanical), fan shroud, and air dams; determine needed action. (P-1)
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• Perform oil pressure tests; determine needed action. (P-1)
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• Perform engine oil and filter change; use proper fluid type per manufacturer specification. (P-1)
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• Inspect, remove, and replace water pump. (P-2)
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• Remove and replace radiator. (P-2)
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• Inspect, test, and replace oil temperature and pressure switches and sensors. (P-2)
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• Inspect auxiliary coolers; determine needed action. (P-3)

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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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.

Grading Criteria

30% Daily Attendance & Participation

15% CH Homework

15% CH Tests

20% Labs and Quizzes

10% Tasksheets 

10% Final Exam

 

 

90 - 100 = A

80- 89.9= B

70 - 79.9 = C

60 - 69.9 = D

0 - 59.9 = F

 

Late work for Ch Questions and Ch Tests will NOT be accepted. All due dates for course work have been set before class started and are listed in CDX. Your instructor will go over all due dates for homework and tests on the first day. Most all assignments are due at midnight on Sunday night. Do not be the one that emails me or texts me at 11:58 trying to get an assignment in and your internet is down or you can't figure out how to get into your homework. You will get no sympathy from me. 

Bonus work: I will give you an extra 10 points on either your CH homework or test if you complete all of the objective quizzes for that CH and get at least a 70.

Attendance

Attendance and Participation grading for class

The following outline will be used for daily grading for all classes from 8:00-12:00

Points will start to be deducted for arriving after 8:00 for showing up at

8:10-8:20-----10

8:20-8:30-----20

8:30-8:45-----30

8:45-9:00-----40

9:00-and after 50+

Showing up after 9:00 without a valid excuse, and you may be sent home for the day. Repeatedly showing up late will result in more points being deducted for each occurrence.

Leaving early, without getting your instructors permission first, will be counted the same as a tardy.

As is stated in the syllabus, 3 tardy’s equal an absence. Up to 10 points may be deducted from your final grade for each absence.

You must sign in and sign out every day. If you do not sign out, you will be given a 50 for the day, even if you were in class all day. Put the actual time you showed up on the sign in sheet and be honest. If I catch you putting a fake time in or signing out before the day is over, I will take off more points than what I have listed in the rubric above.

If you can’t make it to class, if you at least send me an e-mail letting me know that, along with the reason why before the start of the class, I will give you 25 pts for the day. It is not much but at least it’s not a Zero.

This grade is attendance AND PARTICIPATION. You can be in class all day, but that doesn’t mean you may get a 100. Points can also be deducted for things like but not limited to, being on your cell phone during class time, sleeping, rude or obnoxious behavior, not participating in class discussions or labs, not following directions from your instructor, or any other behavior not fit for a classroom environment.

If you have any questions about this criteria, feel free to discuss them with me personally.

You are expected to attend all class meetings on time and stay for the entire class. Points will be deducted from your attendance and participation grade on a scale based on how late you show up, or for leaving early before class is dismissed.

Ten points may be deducted from your final grade for each absence.

Calendar

Additional Information

Important course dates:

September 7 – Labor Day Holiday (College Closed)

September 11 – General Assembly (No Class)

October 19-23 – Fall Break (Faculty and Students)

November 26-29 – Thanksgiving Holiday (College Closed)

December 18 – End of the Semester

Calender is tentative and subject to change based on lab work and Instructor discretion.

Check with your Instructor for due dates of all assignments if unsure.

Some information presented may be manufacturer specific. 

You MUST get your Instructor's permission to bring a vehicle into the shop. If you do not, you WILL be asked to leave the shop.

Vehicles are not to remain "overnight". Any work performed MUST be completed by the end of class. Verify you have ALL parts and supplies needed to complete any maintenance or repair. If unsure, ask your instructor prior to work being started.  

All vehicles brought into the shop MUST have a repair order filled out and placed on the windshield. 

Honk your horn prior to entering and leaving the shop. 

Have a window down and keys outside of the vehicle to prevent being locked out.