GTC 244 - Electrical Accessories

4 Contact Hours, 3 Credits
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. Electrical Tools and Test Equipment
   1. Identify tools commonly used in electrical repairs.
   2. Summarize the use of electrical test equipment on vehicle systems.
   3. Summarize the use of scan tools and multimeters.
   4. Select proper electrical tools or testers for the job. 
2. Wiring Diagrams and Wiring Repair
   1. Compare wire types and sizes. 
   2. Explain the effects of wire size on resistance. 
   3. Proper techniques to cut and strip wires.  
   4. Proper procedures to join components or wires by soldering. 
   5. Identify wire terminals and connectors.
   6. Read and interpret wiring diagrams. 
3. Basic Electrical Tests
   1. Explain causes of basic circuit problems by their symptoms. 
   2. Use a multimeter to measure circuit voltage, voltage drops, resistance, and amperage. 
   3. Test basic electrical and electronic components. 
4. On-board Diagnostics and Scan Tools
   1. Discuss the purpose and operation of on-board diagnostic systems. 
   2. Explain the use of scan tools.
   3. Interpret diagnostic trouble codes.
   4. Activate on-board diagnostics and retrieve trouble codes. 
   5. Erase diagnostic trouble codes.
5. Lights, Instrumentation, Wipers, and Horn Operation Service
   1. Discuss the purpose and operation of on-board diagnostic systems. 
   2. Summarize how to remove and install an instrument cluster. 
6. Power Accessories, and sound systems
   1. Describe the operating principles of the light wiper and horn system. 
   2. Diagnose basic sound system problems.
   3. Explain the operation and service of power window systems.
   4. Summarize the operation and testing of cruise control systems. 
7. Security, Navigation, and advanced driver assistance systems
   1. Explain operation of vehicle security systems.
   2. Explain the basics of voice activation.
   3. Explain vehicle navigation systems.
   4. Identify advanced driver assistance systems.