10602119Automotive Electronics
Course Information
Description
Practical application of principles, concepts, and diagnostics related to the use of electricity and electronics in automobiles.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Interpret a vehicle headlight wiring diagram.
    Assessment Strategies
    using a provided wiring diagram
    without the use of references
    Criteria
    you correctly identify the power source
    you correctly identify all loads (or consumers)
    you correctly identify all ground paths
    you write a detailed explanation of how the headlight electrical system energizes the headlight bulbs

  2. Test an automotive relay circuit using a digital multimeter (DMM).
    Assessment Strategies
    using a digital multimeter
    using the provided wiring diagram
    Criteria
    you correctly identify all loads (consumers) in the circuit
    you measure and record all voltage drops in the circuit
    you differentiate between the expected voltage drops and those measured
    you write a detailed explanation of any problems found in the circuit

  3. Analyze vehicle charging system.
    Assessment Strategies
    using a digital multimeter
    using a VAT 40 tester
    with the vehicle running
    Criteria
    you accurately test charging system cables for excessive voltage drops
    you accurately test charging system voltage
    you accurately test charging system amperage output
    you interpret the tests to determine if the charging system is performing correctly

  4. Solve equations using Ohm's law.
    Assessment Strategies
    using a calculator
    Criteria
    you calculate volts given amps and ohms
    you calculate amps given volts and ohms
    you calculate ohms given volts and amps