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Sep 07, 2024
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2024-2025 College Catalog
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AFM 162 - Electronic Systems 4 Credits, 6 Contact Hours 3 lecture periods 3 lab periods Automotive electronic devices, computer-controlled systems, control strategies and diagnostics. Includes networking and multiplexing. Also includes the use of DVOMs, scan tools and oscilloscopes.
Prerequisite(s): AFM 101 and AFM 161 Information: Students who successfully complete this course may receive Service Technician Specialty Training credit from Ford Motor Company for Electronics Systems Diagnosis.
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Course Learning Outcomes
- Explain the theory and operation of electronic systems.
- Describe the function of various semiconductors and electronic devices.
- Interpret oscilloscope samples.
- Explain the function of various module communication protocols.
- Explain the function of Ford’s Interactive Diagnostic System (IDS).
- Explain the function of Ford’s Diagnostic and Repair System (FDRS).
- Explain high voltage systems safety protocols.
- Diagnose electronic system malfunctions using a scan tool and wiring diagrams
Outline:
- Electric and Electronic Components
- Electric Components
- Resistors
- Switches
- Capacitors
- Fuses
- Circuit Breakers
- Coils
- Transformers
- Relays
- Solenoids
- Electric Motors
- Electronic Components
- Semiconductors
- Diodes
- Transistors
- Photonic Devices
- Computer System Fundamentals
- Computer System Advantages
- Computer System Operation
- Computer Signals & Inputs
- Terminology
- Sensors
- Classifications
- Specific Sensors
- Function
- Testing
- Computers
- Locations
- Types
- Function
- Actuators & Outputs
- Types
- Operations
- Specific Actuators
- Function
- Testing
- Computer Networks
- On-Board Diagnostics and Scan Tools
- Types of failures
- Hard Failures
- Soft Failures
- Diagnostic Trouble Codes
- Triggers
- Interpretation
- Diagnostic Regimens
- Diagnostic Test Modes
- Mode 1 – Datalogger
- Mode 2 – Freeze frame
- Mode 3 – Stored DTCs
- Mode 4 – Clear DTCs
- Mode 5 – Oxygen sensor monitor test results
- Mode 6 – Non-continuous monitor test results
- Mode 7 – Continuous monitor test results
- Mode 8 – Output state control
- Mode 9 – Vehicle information
- Lighting, Instrumentation and Accessory Systems
- Function
- Variation
- Diagnostics
- Power Accessories and Infotainment Systems
- Function
- Variation
- Diagnostics
- Security and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
- Function
- Variation
- Diagnostics
Effective Term: Fall 2024
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