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Dec 12, 2024
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Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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AUTO 136 Engine Performance - Emissions4 credits This course focuses on the understanding, repair and service of automotive emission systems and devices utilizing industry standards and techniques.
Prerequisites: AUTO 120 and AUTO 124
Corequisites: AUTO 134 , AUTO 135 , and AUTO 138
Course Outcomes 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
Program Outcomes This course teaches to the following program outcomes:
- be prepared for employment in automotive dealership service centers, independent repair shops, and specialty or customized shops
- be prepared to succeed on the ASE Certification exam
- operate precision automotive diagnostic and repair equipment
- interpret repair manuals and computer-based programs dealing with specifications and repair procedures
- demonstrate good public relations with customers and colleagues
- skillfully use tools and equipment
Total Hours: 60 Lecture Hours: 20 Lab or Clinical Hours: 40
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