AUTB 2550 - Electrical and Mechanical Systems

3.0 Credits

This course introduces mechanical and electrical systems of the automobile. It covers steering, brakes, drive line, air bags, and electrical components.

Lecture Hours: 2.0
Lab Hours: 3.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives
1. Apply knowledge of electrical theory.

2. Check voltage values in wiring circuits with a DVOM.

3. Check continuity and resistance in circuits and parts with a DVOM.

4. Inspect and service batteries and battery cables.

5. Inspect, adjust, and replace alternators, drive belts, pulleys, and cooling fans.

6. Inspect test, and replace fusible links, circuit breakers and fuses.

7. Understand wiring diagrams and diagnostic flowcharts.

8. Inspect, adjust and replace switches, relays, bulbs, and sockets of all lighting equipment.

9. Remove, replace, and repair electrically heated mirrors and glass.

10. Protect electrical parts when welding.

11. Apply knowledge of air conditioning theory.

12. Identify, label, and store air conditioning refrigerants and oils.

13. Recover, evacuate, recharge, and recycle refrigerant.

14. Remove, replace, and repair air conditioning system parts.

15. Diagnose air conditioning system problems.

16. Recover, refill, bleed, and leak test cooling system and test level of protection.

11. Inspect and replace cooling and heating system, hoses and belts.

12. Select and understand the use of mechanical fasteners.

13. Measure drive train mounting points and remove and replace engine mounts.

14. Remove, inspect and replace front and rear drive axles.

15. Inspect, remove, and replace seat belt parts and assemblies.

16. Diagnose and repair air bag systems.

17. Diagnose and service motorized seat belt systems.

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