Course Description

Goals for this Course:

 ADVANCED DIAGNOSTICS AND REPAIR OF AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS, EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS AND ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (3 credits)
In Grade 12, students continue to build upon knowledge of the learned systems with in-depth training in engine management systems affecting vehicle emissions and performance. Students are introduced to and learn service, diagnostic and repair procedures for manual and automatic transmissions, transaxles and rear axle assemblies. Shop operation and customer satisfaction are introduced and discussed. Principles of the heating system are introduced. Air conditioning service, diagnosis and repair is introduced and practiced. Students continue to receive instruction in safety requirements and demonstrate sound safety practices. Students will perform in-school automotive projects for customers.  Students will demonstrate the ability to complete a job application and interview and to perform entry-level job readiness and trade skills.  Each student will take the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) exam, which is a performance-based test. Students reaching an acceptable level of proficiency may be eligible for Work Based Learning (WBL). Technology-related mathematics, reading, writing, vocabulary, and science are integrated throughout the curriculum.

LEARNING GOALS:  Students will demonstrate an understanding of:

I. Emissions systems diagnosis and repair including:
Emission control systems
Positive crankcase ventilation
Exhaust gas recirculation
Exhaust gas treatment and Evaporative emissions
 

II. Automatic Transmission /Transaxle diagnosis and service including;
General transmission and transaxle maintenance and adjustment
In vehicle transmission/transaxle service 

III. Heating and Air Conditioning diagnosis and repair including:
Compressor,clutch,evaporator,condenser and related components
Heating , ventilation and engine cooling systems
Operating systems and related controls
Refrigerant recovery, recycling and handling