AUTO 136 Engine Performance - Emissions

4 credits

This course focuses on the understanding, repair and service of automotive emission systems and devices utilizing industry standards and techniques.

Prerequisites: AUTO 120, AUTO 124, or instructor permission

Corequisites: AUTO 134, AUTO 135, and AUTO 138

Quarters Offered: Winter, Summer

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

List emission laws, standards, certification and the waiver process
List vehicle emissions and their relationship to each other
Use 4 or 5 gas analyzer to measure emission levels and verify proper engine performance
List the construction and operation of common types of mechanical and computerized emission devices and apply this knowledge to diagnosis and repair of computerized emission systems
Diagnose and repair automotive computer systems
Use lab scopes, scanners, and other analyzers to retrieve data stream information
Pass the State Automotive Emission Specialist Test.
Work with customers, isolate problems, test drive as applicable, write professional work orders, and use flat rate schedules to write estimates
Use electronic service information and reference manuals to obtain pertinent information in diagnosing and repairing automobiles
Practice the principles of Technician Repair Law and other consumer protection laws
Use testing sequences and apply this knowledge to diagnosing problems and repairing customer vehicles
Practice flat rate on vehicles
Demonstrate communication and customer relation skills needed to interact professionally with employers, customers, and fellow workers