Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
JIFF-0007
Organization's ID:
4
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
180 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Engine Repair
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Automatic Transmissions
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Brakes
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Electrical Systems
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Heating and Air
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Manual Transmissions
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Steering and Suspension
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Engine Performance
This course is recommended for a total of 13 semester hours in the lower-division.
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide basic knowledge about logical troubleshooting of vehicle problems. The course also provides knowledge, skills and practice so the student can correctly perform the duties and tasks for services on vehicle engines, automatic transmissions, steering and suspension, electric and electronic systems, heating and air conditioning and tires.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Inspect and diagnose services needed for a variety of vehicles
  • Describe and perform technical services on engines, automatic transmissions, steering and suspension, electric and electronic systems, heating and air conditioning and tire safely and effectively

General Topics:

  • Engine repair (A1)
  • Automatic transmission/transaxle (A2)
  • Manual drivetrains/axles (A3)
  • Steering and suspension (A4)
  • Electrical and electronic system (A6)
  • Heating and air conditioning (A7)
  • Engine performance (A8)
  • Tire basics
  • Tire procedures
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Learner Presentations
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials