Subject Area/Course No.: AUTO-055 Units: 3 Course Name/Title: Clean Air Car Course + OBD II Discipline(s): Automotive Technology

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1 New Course OR Existing Course Instructor(s)/Author(s): Jason Dearman Subject Area/Course No.: AUTO-055 Units: 3 Course Name/Title: Clean Air Car Course + OBD II Discipline(s): Automotive Technology Pre-Requisite(s): None Co-Requisite(s) None Advisories: AUTO-040 and AUTO-041 Catalog Description: This course is designed for students seeking a career smog technicians. Instruction will include troubleshooting, diagnostics, and adjustment of automobile emissions systems to meet the requirements of the California State (Smog) Inspection and Maintenance Program. The Clean Air Car Course is required by the State prior to registration for the State Smog License examination. Schedule Description: This course will prepare you to become a smog technician. The course will include troubleshooting, diagnostics, and adjustment of automobile emissions systems to meet the requirements of the California State (Smog) Inspection and Maintenance Program. The Clean Air Car Course is required by the State prior to registration for the State Smog License examination. This course will prepare you for the ASE L-1 Examination. Hours/Mode of Instruction: Lecture 36 Lab 48 Composition Activity Total Hours 84 (Total for course) Credit Credit Degree Applicable (DA) Grading Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Repeatability 0 Credit Non-Degree (NDA) Letter (LR) 1 (If Non-Credit desired, contact Dean.) Student Choice (SC) 2 3 Please apply for: LMC General Education Requirement and/or Competency & Graduation Requirement(s): None Transfer to: CSU UC IGETC LDTP Course is Baccalaureate Level: Yes No Page 1 of 7

2 Signatures: Department Chair Librarian Dean/Sr. Dean Curriculum Committee Chair President/Designee CCCCD Approval (Board or Chancellor's Office) For Curriculum Committee Use only: STAND ALONE COURSE: YES NO FOR OFFICE OF INSTRUCTION ONLY. DO NOT WRITE IN THE SECTION BELOW. Begin in Semester Catalog year 20 /20 Class Max: Dept. Code/Name: T.O.P.s Code: Crossover course 1/ 2: ESL Class: Yes / No DSPS Class: Yes / No Coop Work Exp: Yes / No Class Code A Liberal Arts & Sciences SAM Code A Apprenticeship Remediation Level B Basic Skills B Developmental Preparatory B Advanced Occupational NBS Not Basic Skills C Adult/Secondary Basic Education C Clearly Occupational D Personal Development/Survival D Possibly Occupational E For Substantially Handicapped E* Non-Occupational F Parenting/Family Support F Transfer, Non-Occupational G Community/Civic Development *Additional criteria needed H General and Cultural 1 One level below transfer I Career/Technical Education 2 Two levels below transfer J Workforce Preparation Enhanced 3 Three levels below transfer K Other non-credit enhanced Not eligible for enhanced Course approved by Curriculum Committee as Baccalaureate Level: _Yes / No_ LMC GE or Competency Requirement Approved by the Curriculum Committee: Distribution: Original: Office of Instruction Copies: Admissions Office, Department Chairperson Rev Page 2 of 7

3 Institutional Student Learning Outcomes General Education SLOs (Recommended by GE Committee) At the completion of the LMC general education program, a student will: 1. Read critically and communicate effectively as a writer and speaker. 2. Understand connections among disciplines and apply interdisciplinary approaches to problem solving. 3. Think critically and creatively 4. Consider the ethical implications inherent in knowledge, decision-making and action. 5. Possess a worldview informed by diverse social, multicultural and global perspectives. Occupational Education SLOs (Recommended by Occupational Education Committee) At the completion of the LMC occupational certificate or degree, a student will: 1. Be academically prepared to obtain an entry-level or a mid-level position in their industry. 2. Apply critical thinking to research, evaluate, analyze and synthesize information. 3. Demonstrate strong communication skills (written and/or oral) and interpersonal skills (customer service and team work). 4. Appropriately apply industry materials and technology. 5. Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to take and pass certification exams for career advancement in their industry. Developmental Education SLOs (Recommended by Developmental Education Committee) At the completion of the LMC Developmental Education Program, a student will: 1. Demonstrate the skills necessary for the first transfer level courses in English and Math or for the English and Math competencies for the Certificate of Achievement. 2. Think critically to construct meaning and solve problems. 3. Read with comprehension. 4. Communicate effectively both in writing and orally. 5. Demonstrate the characteristics, habits, and attitudes of an effective learner. Student Services SLOs 1. LMC students will demonstrate proficiency in the use of college on-line services. 2. LMC students will demonstrate proficiency in self-advocacy. Library and Learning Support Services SLOs LMC students utilizing various Library and Learning Support Services will: 1. Access and effectively utilize available campus Library and Learning Support Services. 2. Apply knowledge learned and competencies gained from using Library and Learning Support Services to academic coursework and assignments. 3. Demonstrate information competency skills needed to meet the research demands of academic course work and life long learning. None of the Above Page 3 of 7

4 Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs) Automotive Technology Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes: 1. Be prepared to enter the automotive field, as a general repair technician at all general service and repair stations, or apprentice level at the dealership level (manufacture level). (OESLO 1, 3, 4 & 5) 2. Have the ability to locate the appropriate information in repair manuals or online resources necessary to properly diagnose and repair system failures. (OESLO 1, 2, 4 & 5) 3. Demonstrate the ability to understand and use the repair information found in both repair manuals and online resources including wiring diagrams, trouble trees, torque specs, and all other necessary information. (OESLO 1, 2, 4 & 5) 4. Properly diagnose all major automotive systems using manufactures recommended procedures. (OESLO 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5) 5. Demonstrate the ability to properly adjust and repair all major automotive systems. Meet or exceed all manufacture specifications. (OESLO 1, 4 & 5) 6. Be prepared to take and pass all ASE examinations A1 A8 and the L1 advanced ASE examination. (OESLO 1, 2 & 5) 7. Clearly explain and practice all safety standards with regard to lifting equipment, shop machinery (brake lathe, strut compressor, machining equipment), chemicals, tool usage, and proper procedures regarding oil and chemical disposal. (OESLO 1,3) Course-Level Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs): At the end of the course students will be able to: 1. Perform standard shop practices safely. (PSLO 7) 2. Use analyzers to diagnose emission problems. (PSLO 4, 6) 3. Perform routine adjustments of fuel and ignition systems to lower emissions. (PSLO 5, 6) 4. Use manuals to identify emission control systems. (PSLO 2, 3, 6) 5. Perform smog inspections according to BAR standards. (PSLO 4, 6) Assessments: Homework assignment Lab assignment Module and Final exams CSLO 1 X CSLO 2 X X CSLO 3 X X CSLO 4 X CSLO 5 X CSLO 1 Lab assignment: As students complete lab projects they will be evaluated for properly using tools safely, maintaining a safe work environment and keeping tools clean and organized CSLO 2 Lab assignment: Lab assignments will assess the students ability to use analyzers to diagnose emission problems and the operation and inspection of emission control systems. Page 4 of 7

5 Midterm and Final exam: The students will be assessed on their knowledge and skill in the theory, operation and inspection of emission control systems through participation in lecture/discussion and demonstration, as well as exams following the state required format in the areas listed under content outline. CSLO 3 Homework assignment: Students will be assessed through completion of the course workbook. Workbook assignments follow the course outline and provide experience in developing the knowledge and skill necessary to inspect, adjust and repair emission control systems. The workbook must be successfully completed before a student s name will be forwarded to the state for eligibility to take the test to obtain their Inspection and Maintenance Inspectors License. Lab assignment: Lab assignments will assess the students ability to inspect, adjust and repair emission control systems. CSLO 4 Midterm and Final exam: Students must document all inspection reports and work orders required for smog inspections. These reports are legal documents that must be accurately completed, according to bureau standards. These records must be retained for three years. Exams will assess the students ability to meet the state required standard for forms and records used for the smog program. CSLO 5 Lab assignment: students are required to complete a minimum of five smog inspections, performing all diagnostics and repairs required to bring vehicles into compliance. The instructor will assess the students ability to complete the smog inspection within state requirements. Method of Evaluation/Grading: A level student work is characterized by: Module exams and final that accurately answer questions regarding the use of analyzers to diagnose emission problems the use of manuals to identify emission control systems at 90% or above; homework that accurately answers questions regarding how to perform routine adjustments of fuel and ignition systems to lower emissions; and lab work that safely and accurately uses analyzers to diagnose emission problems and the operation and inspection of emission control systems, inspects, adjusts and repairs emission control systems accurately; and complete a minimum of five smog inspections, performing all diagnostics and repairs required to bring vehicles into compliance without guidance. C level student work is characterized by: Module exams and final that accurately answer questions regarding the use of analyzers to diagnose emission problems the use of manuals to identify emission control systems at 70% to 79.9%; homework accurately answers questions regarding how to perform routine adjustments of fuel and ignition systems to lower emissions at an accuracy rate of 70% to 79.9%; and lab work that safely and accurately uses analyzers to diagnose emission problems and the operation and inspection of emission control systems, inspects, adjusts and repairs emission control systems accurately with guidance; and complete a minimum of five smog inspections, performing all diagnostics and repairs required to bring vehicles into compliance with some guidance from the instructor. According to BAR guidelines, students must pass 3 exams consisting of 50 questions per test with a grade of 70% or better in order to be eligible to take the State Licensing Exam. Letter grades will be assessed through state module exams, workbook/homework assignments and lab assignments. Three module exams 150 points Lab assignments 50 points Homework assignments 50 points Page 5 of 7

6 A= B= C= D= F= Below 150 Participation is mandatory and is a part of the evaluation process. For grading purposes the CSLOs will be weighted accordingly. CSLO 1 = 10% CSLO 2 = 20% CSLO 3 = 30% CSLO 4 = 20% CSLO 5 = 20% Course Content Clean Air Car Course 48 Hours Module 1 Unit 1 Rules and Regulations Module 2 Unit 5 Smog Cause and Effect Unit 10 Five Gas Analyzers Module 3 Unit 1 Operation and Identification of Vehicle Emission Controls Module 4 Unit 1 Vehicle Identification Unit 2 System Applications Unit 3 Grey Market Vehicles Unit 4 Engine Changes Unit 5 Aftermarket Equipment Module 5 Unit 1 TAS Basics Unit 2 TAS Maintenance and Lockouts Unit 3 Vehicle Inspection Procedures Module 6 Unit Update Page 6 of 7

7 OBD II Update Course 36 Hours Unit 1 Introduction Unit 2 Major Monitors Unit 3 Scan Tools and Other Vagaries of OBD-II Unit 4 DTC s and Diagnostics Unit 5 OBD-II Troubleshooting Unit 6 Gathering & Using Information Instructional Methods: Lecture Lab Activity Problem-based Learning/Case Studies Collaborative Learning/Peer Review Demonstration/Modeling Role-Playing Discussion Computer Assisted Instruction Other (explain) Textbooks: The state BAR will provide the current books on a semester by semester basis. The smog program will adjust book requirements to stay in compliance as required by the state of California. The Clean Air Car Course (Student Set) As of 2010 the required books are as follows Includes: Student Workbook Training Manual Diagnostic and Repair Manual Smog Check Inspection Manual Write in Right Booklet NAPA OBD II Training Manual Bureau Rules and Regulations Booklet, Bureau of Automotive Repair, Sacramento, CA. Page 7 of 7

Course Outline of Record Los Medanos College 2700 East Leland Road Pittsburg CA Course Title: Automotive Diagnosis

Course Outline of Record Los Medanos College 2700 East Leland Road Pittsburg CA Course Title: Automotive Diagnosis New Course OR Existing Course Author(s): Jason Dearman Subject Area/Course No.: Automotive/ Auto 142 Units: 4 2 Discipline(s): Automotive Technology Pre-Requisite(s): none Co-Requisite(s): none Advisories: