AUTO 161 - Automotive Electricity I

(R only) CE

Discusses basic electrical concepts applicable to automotive components, circuits, and systems. Common failures, diagnostic techniques, and repair procedures are covered. Selection, use, and maintenance of specialized service tools are emphasized. Use of printed and electronic wiring diagrams and service information to diagnose and repair faults is included. Laboratory exercises emphasize on-vehicle application of theory, tools, and technique. Assessment Level(s): ELAR 980 /IERW 002 . Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory, one hour discussion each week.

4 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Identify, describe the purpose of, and list examples of the five parts of a circuit.
Describe conventional and electron flow theories.
Identify a circuit as series, parallel, or series-parallel.
Use Ohm’s Law, Watt’s Law, and circuit laws to calculate voltage, current, resistance, and power.
Demonstrate safe and proper use of a DMM to measure voltage, current, and resistance.
Demonstrate safe and proper use of a current clamp to measure current.
Select and demonstrate safe and proper use of a test light, jumper wire, continuity tester, fuse adapter, and relay adapter to test circuits and electrical components.
Diagnose and describe failures in circuits and electrical components.
Locate and utilize TSB’s, wiring diagrams, connector views, component locators, exploded views, continuity tables, and manufacturer specific diagnostic routines found in common PC-based service information systems during diagnosis.

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