Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II Syllabus for 2021-2022
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Course

AUMT-2334-003 Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: AUMT 1305

Course Description

Diagnosis and repair of emission systems, computerized engine performance systems and advanced ignition and fuel systems. Includes use of advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment. May be taught manufacturer specific.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

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

Supplies

When on campus - A mask and AC Logo Shirt

Safety glasses or goggles

Closed toe, non-slip work shoes or boots

Probe type thermometer 0 to 150 degrees F- can be purchased at Harbor Freight, parts supply stores, or tool trucks.

A smart device or computer that can access the internet and your coursework on Blackboard, including Cengage and ProDemand

Every student will be required to wear an approved AC logo shirt or a shirt with the company logo that the student works for, to both class and lab. Pants will be respectable and wore properly, waist up around the waist.  Safety glasses are the responsibility of the student and will be worn at all times while in the shop/lab environment. Clean up materials will be supplied as needed. Special tools will be supplied as needed. Safety shoes/boots, with slip resistance soles. Steel toes not required. No regular tennis shoes allowed.

Tools are required to be brought to class by the student. Necessary tools and equipment are provided for in class use for assigned class and lab projects.

Tools are required for student employment during program and before graduation. Tool Purchase Opportunities with discounts at Mac, Snap-on and Western Equipment will be given and encouraged.

Cost for these tools and boxes average $1500.00 - $2000.00. You are responsible for purchasing these tools before graduation.

Required professional and safety attire is mandatory for class and laboratory participation.

 

This list will be required for all AUMT and DEMR classes

Required 

Optional 

Adjustable Wrenches - 6" and 12"

Chisel Set

Allen Wrench Set - Standard (.050" - 3/8")

Crowfoot Wrench Set - Metric

Allen Wrench Set - Metric (2mm - 7mm)

Crowfoot Wrench Set - Standard 

Combination Wrenches: Standard (1/4" - 1")

Hack Saw and blades

Combination Wrenches: Metric (7mm - 19mm)

Drill- 3/8" and 1/2" variable speed, reversible

16 oz. Ball Peen

Brass Soft Faced

Dead Blow

Rubber Mallet

Mallet Plastic Tip Sledge 2lb

Impact Wrenches - 3/8" and 1/2"

Flare Nut (tubing) Wrenches:                Standard 3/8" - 3/4" 

Hose Clamp Pliers

Flare Nut (tubing) Wrenches:                         Metric 10mm - 17mm

Locking Jaw Needle Nose

Penlight 

Punch Set

Inspection Mirror

External Set:                                                                     E-4, E-5, E-6, E-8, E-10, E-12, E-14, E16 Torx®

Pickup Tool - magnetic and claw type

Tamper Proof Set:

 T8, T10, T15, T20, T27, T30, T40, T45, T50, T55 

Plier Combinations 8”

Screw Extractor Set 

Side Cutters 6”

⅜ Drive Universal Joint

Slip Joint (Water Pump) 8”

1/4 Drive Universal Joint

Needle Nose Pliers 8”

1/2Drive Universal Joint

Wire Strippers and Crimpers 16-22AWG

Impact Sockets ⅜ drive: 

3/8" - 3/4" shallow

3/8" - 3/4" deep

Snap Ring Plier Set - internal and external

Impact Sockets ⅜ drive: 

10mm-19mm shallow

10mm-19mm deep

Screwdriver - Blade Type: Stubby 6", 9", 12"

1/2" Drive:  

 Impact Sockets Standard 7/16" - 1 1/8" Shallow

 Impact Sockets Standard 7/16" - 1 1/8" Deep

Screwdrivers - Phillips:                              Stubby #1, #2 6" #1, #2 12" #3

1/2" Drive:  

Impact Sockets 12mm - 32mm Shallow

Impact Sockets 12mm - 32mm Deep

Torx® Set: T-8, T-10, T-15, T-20, T-25, T-27, T-30, T-40, T-50, T-55 Torx® 

Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type: 

3/8" Drive in. lb. (30 - 250)

Standard Socket Set - 1/4" Drive:

 1/4" - 1/2" shallow 

1/4" - 1/2" Deep

Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type:

 3/8" Drive ft. lb. (5 - 75) 

Metric Socket Set - 1/4" Drive:

6mm - 12mm shallow

 6mm - 12mm Deep

Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type:

1/2" Drive ft. lb. (50 - 250) 

¼ drive: 3", 6" Extensions

Files - for steel and aluminum 

¼ drive: Ratchet

 

Socket Set - 3/8" Drive:

 5/16" - 3/4" Shallow

 3/8" - 3/4" Deep

Automotive Air Conditioning Gauge set

Socket Set - 3/8" Drive:

9mm - 19mm Shallow

 9mm - 19mm Deep

A/C probe type thermometer 

3/8" Drive:                                                                            3", 6", 12", 18" Extensions

 

3/8" Drive: Ratchet

 

 

 Socket Set - 1/2" Drive: 

7/16" - 1 1/8"Shallow 

7/16" - 1 1/8" Deep 

 

 

Socket Set - 1/2" Drive:  

10mm - 25mm Shallow

 10mm - 25mm Deep

 

1/2" Drive:   5", 10" Extensions 

 

 

1/2" Drive:  Ratchet

 

Vernier Caliper (Dial or Digital)

 

Tape Measure

 

Pry Bar Set 

 

Safety Glasses

 

Blowgun

 

Gasket scraper

 

Thickness Gauge Set

 

Automotive Digital Multimeter

 

Lockable Roll around Toolbox or Tool cart 

 

Closed Toe, Non-slip work shoes or boots

 

AC Automotive or Diesel  Logo Shirt

 

Student Performance

WECM End-of-Course Outcomes: Diagnose and repair emission control systems, computerized engine performance systems, and advanced ignition and fuel systems; and use advanced engine performance diagnostic equipment.

ASE TASK LIST:

General: Engine Diagnosis

  • Identify and interpret engine performance concerns; determine needed action. (P-1)
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  • Research vehicle service information, including vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. (P-1)
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  • Perform engine absolute manifold pressure tests (vacuum/boost); determine needed action. (P-1)
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  • Verify engine operating temperature; determine needed action. (P-1)
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  • Verify correct camshaft timing including variable valve timing (VVT) systems. (P-1)
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  • Diagnose the cause of excessive oil consumption coolant consumption, unusual exhaust color, odor, and sound; determine needed action. (P-2)
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  • Perform cylinder power balance test; determine needed action. (P-2)
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  • Diagnose engine mechanical, electrical, electronic, fuel, and ignition concerns; determine needed action. (P-2)

Computerized Controls Diagnosis and Repair

  • Retrieve and record diagnostic trouble codes, OBD monitor status, and freeze frame data; clear codes when applicable. (P-1)
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  • Access and use service information to perform step-by-step (troubleshooting) diagnosis. (P-1)
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  • Describe the use of OBD monitors for repair verification. (P-1)
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  • Perform active tests of actuators using a scan tool; determine needed action. (P-2)

Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair

  • Inspect and test crankshaft and camshaft position sensor(s); determine needed action. (P-1)
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  • Diagnose (troubleshoot) ignition system related problems such as no-starting, hard starting, engine misfire, poor driveability, spark knock, power loss, poor mileage, and emissions concerns; determine needed action. (P-2)
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  • Inspect, test, and/or repolace ignition control module, powertrain/engine control module; reprogram/initialize as needed. (P-3)

Fuel, Air Induction, and Exhaust Systems Diagnosis and Repair

  • Inspect and test fuel pump(s) and pump control system for pressure, regulation, and volume; determine needed action. (P-1)
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  • Verify idle control operation. (P-1)
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  • Inspect throttle body, air induction system, intake manifold and gaskets for vacuum leaks and/or unmetered air. (P-2)
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  • Inspect, test and/or replace fuel injectors. (P-2)
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  • Perform exhaust system back-pressure test; determine needed action. (P-2)
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  • Check and refill diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) (P-2)

Emissions Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair

  • Inspect and test components and hoses of the evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system; determine needed action. (P-1)
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  • Inspect, test, service and/or replace positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter/breather, valve, tubes, orifices, and hoses; determine needed action. (P-2)
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  • Interpret diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and scan tool dat related to the emissions control systems; determine needed action. (P-2)
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  • Diagnose oil leaks, emissions, and drivability concerns caused by the positive crankcase ventilation (PVC) system; determine needed action. (P-3)
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  • Diagnose emissions and drivability concerns caused byt he exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system; inspect, test, service and/or replace electrical/electronic sensors, controls, wiring, tubing, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system; determine needed action. (P-3)
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  • Inspect and tst electrical/electronically-operated components and circuits of secondary air injection systems; determine needed action. (P-3)
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  • Diagnose emissions and drivability concerns caused by the catalytic converter system; determine needed action. (P-3)

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

Maturity, honesty and respect is required and given.

As a participating student in Amarillo College Technical Programs, you will be expected to act, perform and train in a professional manner.

Compliance with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct is mandatory for class participation.

Students must come to class wearing the appropriate AC uniform shirt or a shirt with the company logo that the student works for.

Student 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 instructor.

Students are expected to dress appropriately (shirts tucked in, no profanity on clothing, pants must be worn around the waist).

No head gear to be worn in building, except in shop, then must be worn appropriately.

No tobacco or e-vape use on campus.

Student will have the text book out following along with lecture and participating in the lecture and class.

Horseplay or unsafe behaviors will not be tolerated. You will be asked to leave and you will be given a zero for the day. 

Grading Criteria

Grading Criteria
20% daily attendance and particapation
25% homework
15% tests
30% labs and tasksheets
10% final exam all students must take the final
Students must have 100% attendance and 90% or higher over all grade to not take the final. Finals are the last week of the 8 weeks. Review and cleanup will be Monday and Tuesday of that week. Finals will be Wednesday and Thursday with a BLC cookout Thursday at noon with all instructors and students in attendance.

All assignments will be turned in a timely manner for a grade or the student will receive a failing grade (F). 

            Shop/lab projects grade is at the instructor’s discretion.

Homework is due the class day after the test for the chapter(s), or 10 points will be taken off grade of the homework for each class day that it is late. Homework for the last chapter(s) of the course is due day of the last test.

All job work sheets are due by the next shop class after the job work sheet was to be done or five points will be taken from the grade for each class day late.

Shop write ups are due by the next shop day or five points will be taken off the shop write up for each class day that it is late.

Instructor holds the rights to add to the points or take points away, depending on student’s performance.

Student following of the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct will be considered in the final grade.

  Grades Scored Between                  Equals  

 

             

   90% and up

          A                  
   80% and  Less Than  90%    

     B

                 
   70% and  Less Than  80%    

     C

                 
   60% and  Less Than  70%    

     D

                 
    0% and  Less Than  60%     

     F

 

Attendance

Class attendance is mandatory and will effect final grade. Learning tricks of the trade will only come from attending lectures and hands on instruction.

 

Attendance    
If a student misses 10% of total class time they get deducted a letter grade
Students must attend class 75% of scheduled class time or they will be asked dropped from the class or fail
Students arriving 15 or more minutes late or leave 15 or more minutes early receive a 50% for the day
All assignments have a Due date and will not be accepted after that date

Students must wear AC logo work shirt for class

Leaving without signing out is same as Early Departure Unexcused.

Signing out early without instructor’s permission is same as Early Departure Unexcused.

 Students must sign themselves in and out. Students are not allowed to sign another student in or out.

Calendar

Additional Information

Additional Information

 

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. 

Syllabus Created on:

10/25/21 1:24 PM

Last Edited on:

10/25/21 1:30 PM