AUTO 241 Engine Performance

15 credits

This course focuses on the understanding, analysis, and repair of automotive ignition systems, fuel delivery systems, emission systems, the onboard diagnostic system, and automotive computer control devices utilizing industry standards and techniques.

Prerequisites: AUTO 110 and AUTO 230

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Perform non-invasive engine mechanical tests related to diagnosing drivability problems
Use manufacturer flow chart testing sequences and apply knowledge to diagnosing problems and repairing customer vehicles
Identify fuel chemistry, types, additives, and refining process
Identify the combustion process and the effect of air/fuel ratios on emission control
Identify construction and operation of fuel delivery components and make proper test of electrical fuel pumps on fuel injection systems
Remove and replace components on typical fuel systems
Identify computerized fuel management systems by manufacturer and apply knowledge to the diagnosis and repair of fuel management systems
Diagnose fuel injection related drivability problems and making repairs and adjustments as necessary
Apply the knowledge of standard & tuned port induction systems to diagnose intake volumetric efficiency problems
Identify exhaust system and volumetric efficiency problems
Identify forced induction systems both turbocharger and supercharger systems including intercoolers and waste gates
Use logical testing sequences and apply knowledge to diagnosing problems and repairing customer vehicles
Identify vehicle emissions and their relationship to each other
Identify manufactures typical computer control network systems
Diagnose automotive computer systems

Total Hours: 250 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 50 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 200