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

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1 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: Eligibility for ENGL-095; completion of AUTO-132 Catalog Description: (formerly AUTO-041) This advanced course is the second of two courses on tune-ups and diagnostics. The course is designed to give students the ability to gain and refine the skills necessary to perform engine tune-ups and diagnostic techniques on late model vehicles. The course places emphasis on manufacturer s standards and procedures required to keep the automobile engine performing within state and federal specifications. It course prepares students for the ASE A-8 Examination. Schedule Description: (formerly AUTO-041) This course is an advanced tune-up and emission control class for both foreign and domestic vehicles. Learn the advanced techniques to diagnosis and repair late model fuel-injected components and emission control devices. The course satisfies state emission inspection course requirements (I/M course). It is designed for current and prospective technicians. It will prepare you for the ASE A-8 Examination. This is the second of two courses on Automotive Engine Diagnosis. Hrs/Mode of Instruction: Lecture: _48_ Scheduled Lab: _80_ HBA Lab: Composition: Activity: Total Hours _128_ Credit Credit Degree Applicable (DA) Grading Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Repeatability 0 Credit Non-Degree (NDA) Letter (LR) 1 Student Choice (SC) 2 3 Last date of Assessment: FA13 Cohort #: _4 Please apply for: LMC General Education Requirement(s): Transfer to: CSU UC IGETC Area CSU GE Area C-ID Number Course is Baccalaureate Level: Yes No Form Revised Page 1 of 6

2 Signatures: Department Chair Librarian Dean (Technical Review) Curriculum Committee Chair President/Designee CCCCD Approval (Board or Chancellor's Office) STAND ALONE COURSE: YES NO Course approved by Curriculum Committee as Baccalaureate Level: YES NO LMC GE Requirement Approved by the Curriculum Committee: 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 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 Form Revised Page 2 of 6

3 Institutional Student Learning Outcomes: General Education SLOs: 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. None Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs): 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), and demonstrate the abilities and behaviors of an automotive professional. 2. Demonstrate the ability to locate, understand and use the repair information found in either repair manuals or online resources including wiring diagrams, trouble trees, torque specs, and all other necessary information. 3. Demonstrate the ability to properly diagnose, adjust and repair all major automotive systems. Meeting or exceed all manufacture specifications. 4. Be prepared to take and pass all ASE examinations A1 A8 and the L1 advanced ASE examination. 5. 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. Course-Level Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs): At the end of the course students will be able to: 1. Safely perform standard shop practices. (PSLO 5) 2. Perform a complete major tune-up (PSLO 1,2,3,4,) 3. Explain California emission control standards. (PSLO 2,3,4) 4. Perform detailed testing on fuel systems. (PSLO 1,2,3,4) 5. Use advanced troubleshooting techniques on electronic ignition systems and perform detailed ignition systems testing (PSLO 1,2,4,5) 6. Describe the emission control components and explain the effect of each component on the engine operation. (PSLO 2,3,5) Form Revised Page 3 of 6

4 Assessment Instruments: Homework Lab assignment Midterms and final exam CSLO 1 X CSLO 2 X CSLO 3 X X X CSLO 4 X X CSLO 5 X X X CSLO 6 X X CSLO 1: Lab assignment: Will be assessed through class projects within the automotive lab including but not limited to a student demonstrating the ability to properly maintain a safe work environment, keep tools clean and organized. CSLO 2: Lab assignment: The student will complete a major tune up using the manufacture s guide lines. The instructor will evaluate the assignment through observation and a final check of the tune up performed by the student. CSLO 3: Homework assignment: Homework assignments are assigned from required reading within the courses textbook related to California emission control standards. Assignments may be based in short quiz format or written question format dependent upon the content of the chapter Example: What is the purpose of the referee station after a vehicle has failed as a gross polluter? Lab assignment: The student will demonstrate the ability to test and replace electronic fuel pumps, fuel injection systems, and diagnoses vacuum related lean fuel conditions. To pass, all adjustments must be made within all manufacture and smog requirements. Midterms and Final exam: Exams will follow ASE format (industry test standards) As both a lab project and final exam the student will be assessed on both knowledge of the subject and practical use of BAR approved emissions testing equipment. CSLO 4: Lab assignment: The instructor will evaluate the students ability to properly install fuel pressure testing equipment, lab scope diagnostic equipment and oxygen sensor response using a running vehicle in a lab assignment. Midterms and Final exam: Exams will follow ASE format (industry test standards) and assess the student s ability to describe the operation of and diagnostic methods related to fuel testing equipment and oxygen sensors. CSLO 5: Homework assignment: Homework assignments are assigned from required reading within the courses textbook related to advanced troubleshooting techniques on electronic ignition systems and perform detailed ignition systems testing. Assignments may be based in short quiz format or written question format dependent upon the content of the chapter Lab assignment: Using an assigned lab project, the student will provide in written form a diagnosis containing the cause of an ignition failure, the diagnostic method used and the appropriate repair. Midterms and Final exam: Exams will follow ASE format (industry test standards) And assess the student s ability to describe advanced troubleshooting techniques on electronic ignition systems related to testing magnetic pick-up sensors, hall effects, and ignition coils. CSLO 6: Homework assignment: Homework assignments are assigned from required reading within the courses textbook related to emission control components and the effect of each component on the engine operation. Assignments may be based in short quiz format or written question format dependent upon the content of the chapter Midterms and Final exam: Will be assessed by final exam. The final exam will be in ASE format (industry test standards). Example: An engine with a high HC reading and a low CO reading is likely caused by what kind of condition? Form Revised Page 4 of 6

5 Method of Evaluation/Grading: A level student work is characterized by: Exams and homework that accurately answer questions regarding fuel and ignition systems and how fuel and ignition systems effect the emissions of a gasoline engine at 90% or above; lab work that safely selects and correctly applies advanced diagnostic procedures to pinpoint failed sensors and misadjusted components and make repairs to improve the emissions of a gasoline engine that meet manufactures specifications with minimal or no guidance and including detailed and accurate repair work order with explanation for each diagnosis and repair made. C level student work is characterized: Exams and homework that accurately answer questions regarding fuel and ignition systems and how fuel and ignition systems effect the emissions of a gasoline engine at 70% to 79%; lab work that safely selects and correctly applies advanced diagnostic procedures to pinpoint failed sensors and misadjusted components and make repairs to improve the emissions of a gasoline engine that meet manufactures specifications with guidance and including repair work order for each diagnosis and repair made. Student progress in this course will be evaluated through written examinations covering required text materials, and lab projects required for all students. The evaluation will consist as follows: Homework Midterms Lab examinations Final examination points = 200 points points = 100 points 600 points Grades will be assigned based on student performance and total points accumulated. The general grading scale which will be applied is as follows: Course Content: UNIT I: Introduction A. Orientation B. Safety C. Course Objectives D. Testing Sections UNIT II: California Smog Control Standards A. Standards and Applications B. Areas for Testing C. Certification UNIT III: Charging Systems Detailed Testing A. Review Area Tests B. Pinpoint Testing UNIT IV: Ignition Systems Detailed Testing A. Review Ignition Systems Area Tests B. Conventional System Pinpoint Testing C. Electronic System Pinpoint Tests D. Special Systems Pinpoint Testing A = points B = points C = points D = points F= Below 359 points Form Revised Page 5 of 6

6 UNIT V: Fuel Systems Detailed Testing A. Review Fuel Systems Area Testing Procedures B. Fuel Systems Pinpoint Testing C. FF1, Pinpoint Testing UNIT VI: Emission Control Detailed Testing A. Review Emission Control Area Testing B. Emission Control Systems Pinpoint Testing Procedures UNIT VII: Complete Tune-Up Procedures A. Review Minor Tune-Up Procedures B. Major Tune-Up Procedures Lab By Arrangement Activities (If Applicable):N/A 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: Advanced engine performance diagnosis James D. Halderman 2016 Form Revised Page 6 of 6

Course Outline of Record Los Medanos College 2700 East Leland Road Pittsburg CA 94565

Course Outline of Record Los Medanos College 2700 East Leland Road Pittsburg CA 94565 New Course OR Existing Course Author(s): Jason Dearman Subject Area/Course No.: Automotive 121 Units: 4 Discipline(s): Automotive Technology Pre-Requisite(s): None Co-Requisite(s): None Advisories: eligibility