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CLUSTER Engineering and Technical

COURSE Fundamentals of Automotive Technology

WVEIS CODE 1631

Course Description: This course will introduce students to the basic fundamental skills needed for Automotive Technology such as automotive service consultant, tire repair and replacement and maintenance services, electrical basics and transmission and transaxle. Students will comply with personal and environmental safety practices associated with proper ventilation, handling, storage, and disposal of brake components. Areas of study include diagnosis and repair of hydraulic systems, diagnosis and repair of drum brakes, diagnosis and repair of disc brakes, power assist systems, and antilock brake systems. Group and individual activities engage students in problem-solving techniques and manipulative skills while completing industry related activities. Safety instruction is integrated into all activities.

SKILL SETS Automotive Service Consultant Tire Repair and Replacement Maintenance Services Electrical Basics Transmission & Transaxle Fundamentals of Automotive Technology WVEIS 1631

Skill Set Automotive Service Consultant Knowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

1631.1  customer relations.  product knowledge of the mechanical, cooling, fuel, ignition, exhaust and starting systems.  a courtesy vehicle inspection.  a WV state vehicle inspection Performance Objectives Students will

1631.2  demonstrate appropriate greeting skills. 1631.3  obtain, confirm, and document pertinent vehicle/customer contact information. 1631.4  locate and utilize vehicle ID number (VIN). 1631.5  identify automotive body styles. 1631.6  review vehicle service history. 1631.7  follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas. 1631.8  examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customers' approval to perform repairs. 1631.9  verify availability of parts. 1631.10  plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience. 1631.11  perform a WV state vehicle inspection. 1631.12  maintain cleanliness of work area. Skill Set Tire Repair and Replacement Knowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

1631.13  repairing and replacing tires.  rotating tires Performance Objectives Students will

1631.14  identify and inflate tires correctly for the size and ply. 1631.15  install, replace and repair tires. 1631.16  place wheels on balancing machines to determine counterweights required to balance wheels. 1631.17  install required counterweights onto rims of wheels. 1631.18  rotate tires to different positions on vehicles, using hand tools. 1631.19  remount wheels onto vehicles. Skill Set Maintenance Services Knowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

1631.20  routine and scheduled maintenance services.  technological information and specification manuals. Performance Objectives Students will

1631.21  locate and interpret maintenance schedule information. 1631.22  locate and use reference information for warranties, service contracts, service bulletins, and recalls. 1631.23  perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups according to specification manuals. 1631.24  use electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot problems. 1631.25  repair or replace shock absorbers. 1631.26  install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters and mirrors. 1631.27  inspect A/C compressor, condenser, heater ducts and determine any necessary action. 1631.28  replace and adjust headlights. 1631.29  install and repair windshield wipers. 1631.30  document information about services performed and recommended. Skill Set Electrical Basics Knowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

1631.31  basic automotive electrical systems.  usage of electrical system tools Performance Objectives Students will

1631.32  locate and use reference information for warranties, service contracts, service bulletins, recalls and the vehicle service history. 1631.33  explain the difference between series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. 1631.34  demonstrate proper use of a digital multimeter (DMM). 1631.35  use electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot problems. 1631.36  demonstrate knowledge of the causes and effects from shorts, grounds, opens, and resistance problems in electrical/electronic circuits. 1631.37  check electrical circuits with a test light. 1631.38  measure key-off battery drain. 1631.39  maintain or restore electronic memory functions. 1631.40  identify high-voltage circuits of electric or hybrid electric vehicle and related safety precautions. 1631.41  identify hybrid vehicle auxiliary battery service(12v) and test procedures. 1631.42  inspect, clean, charge a battery according to manufacture’s recommendations. 1631.43  inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses. 1631.44  replace electrical connectors and terminal ends.

Skill Set Transmission & Transaxle Knowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of

1631.45  basic manual and automatic transmission systems Performance Objectives Students will

1631.46  check fluid level in a transmission or a transaxle equipped with a dip-stick. 1631.47  check fluid level in a transmission or a transaxle not equipped with a dip-stick. 1631.48  check transmission fluid condition. 1631.49  drain and replace fluid and filter(s). 1631.50  describe the operational characteristics of a hybrid vehicle drive train. 1631.51  drain and refill manual transmission/transaxle and final drive unit. 1631.52  check and adjust clutch master cylinder fluid level. 1631.53  clean, inspect and adjust differential housing fluid level. 1631.54  inspect front wheel drive bearings, hubs and seals.