AFM 161 - Automotive Electrical Fundamentals and Applications

1. Interpret types of circuit construction.
2. Assess series, parallel and series-parallel circuit behaviors.
3. Assess low voltage battery systems.
4. Evaluate common starting systems.
5. Evaluate common charging systems.
6. Interpret circuit function and analyze faults using wiring diagrams.
7. Diagnose electrical malfunctions using a multimeter.

1. Electricity Fundamentals
   1. Electron Flow
   2. Units of measure
      1. Voltage
      2. Amperage
      3. Resistance
   3. Ohm’s Law
   4. Kirchoff’s Law
   5. Watt’s Law
2. Circuit Construction
   1. Series
   2. Parallel
   3. Series Parallel
3. Multimeter function
   1. Usage techniques
   2. Measurement interpretation
   3. Limitations
4. Using and interpreting wiring diagrams
   1. Powerflow
   2. Component locations
   3. Associated componentry
5. Battery Systems
   1. Function
   2. Testing
   3. Diagnosis
   4. Repair
6. Charging Systems
   1. Function
   2. Testing
   3. Diagnosis
   4. Repair
7. Starting Systems
   1. Function
   2. Testing
   3. Diagnosis
   4. Repair
8. Accessory Systems
   1. Function
   2. Testing
   3. Diagnosis
   4. Repair