GTC 240 - Engine Repairs

3 Credits, 4 Contact Hours
2 lecture periods 2 lab periods

Techniques for light line engine service. Includes personal and environmental safety, general engine diagnosis, lubrication system diagnosis and repair, cooling system diagnosis and repair, cylinder head diagnosis and repair, and engine block diagnosis and repair.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Perform the assembly/disassembly of crankshaft, camshaft, timing chain, distributor, pushrods, and rocker arm shaft assembly on a Chrysler Engine.
2. Perform the assembly/disassembly of pistons, hydraulic lifters, cylinder heads, fuel pump, water pump, and rocker arm shaft assembly and adjustment of valves on a Ford engine.
3. Perform the assembly/disassembly of pistons, hydraulic lifters, cylinder heads, fuel pump, water pump, and rocker arm shaft assembly and adjustment of valves on a Chevrolet engine.
4. Perform Engine Measurements and determine needed repairs.
5. Perform the assembly/disassembly of valve stem seals, core plugs, and harmonic balancer.
6. Demonstrate the removal/replacement of a timing belt on a dual overhead cam engine.
7. Identify engine components, operating principles and demonstrate fastener repair.
8. Perform overhead camshaft valve lash adjustments on a mechanical and shim type heads.
9. Perform general engine diagnostic tests and determine necessary action        

1. Engine fundamentals
   1. Review of engine operation.
   2. Engine service tools and equipment.
   3. Engine hardware.
   4. Electricity and electronics for engines.
   5. Shop safety.
2. Engine construction and design
   1. Engine types and classification.
   2. Engine size and performance ratings.
   3. Engine combustion and fuels
   4. Short block construction.
   5. Top end construction.
   6. Front end and manifold construction.
3. Engine systems
   1. Cooling system operation and service.
   2. Lubrication system operation and service.
   3. Starting, charging, and ignition systems.
   4. Fuel and emission control systems.
   5. Turbocharging and super charging systems.
4. Engine diagnosis and tune up
   1. Engine performance problems.
   2. Engine mechanical problems
   3. Engine problem diagnosis and tune up.
5. Engine overhaul
   1. Engine removal, disassembly, and cleaning.
   2. Short block rebuilding and machining.
   3. Top end rebuilding and machining.
   4. Engine front end service.
   5. Engine reassembly, installation, startup, and break-in.
6. ASE certification and careers
   1. ASE engine certificate.
   2. Career success.