Cluster engineering and Technical concentration automotive Technology wveis code et 1620 national standards & industry credential

NATEF: Maintenance and Light Repair

ASE: Automobile and Light Truck, Test A1- Engine Repair. Test A4-Suspension and Steering, Test A5- Brakes.

ASE: NATEF-National Automotive Student Skills Standard Assessment- http://www.na3sa.com

ONET: 49-3023.01 - Automotive Master Mechanics

1631 Fundamentals of Automotive Technology

1623 Basic Engine Concepts

1625 Brakes

1637 Suspension and Steering
RECOMMENDED ELECTIVE COURSES

1621 Alternative Fuels

1627 Electrical/Electronic Systems

1629 Engine Performance

1633 Heating and Air Conditioning

1635 Manual/Automatic Drive Train Axles

Career Preparation Skills

Safety

Leadership Development

Literacy and Numeracy

Automotive Service Consultant

Tire Repair and Replacement

Maintenance Services

Electrical Basic

Transmission and Trans-axle

General Engine Diagnosis and Repair

Engine Block Diagnosis and Repair

Computerized Engine Controls Diagnosis

Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis

Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair

General Brake System Diagnosis and Repair

Suspension and Steering Diagnosis and Repair

Career Preparation, Safety, Leadership Development, Customer Service and Literacy and Numeracy skill sets should be integrated throughout the concentration as remaining skill sets are delivered.

Skill Set	Career Preparation Skills
Knowledge Objectives ET.1	Students will demonstrate knowledge of career paths. goal development and achievement. attitudes and work habits that support career retention and advancement. communication in varied contexts.
Performance Objectives ET.2 ET.3 ET.4 ET.5 ET.6 ET.7 ET.8 ET.9 ET.10	Students will relate skills and abilities to possible career pathways. explain methods of goal development. discuss methods of time management and task coordination. practice professionalism in punctuality, appropriate dress, task completion, etc. investigate methods of supervision such as giving and receiving feedback and instruction. develop and present a statement of their personal work ethic beliefs. prepare an application, cover letter, resume and thank you letter. create an employment portfolio for use when applying for projects. access customer needs, meet quality standards for service and evaluate customer satisfaction.
Skill Set	Safety
Knowledge Objectives ET.11	Students will demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures. accident reporting agencies. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Performance Objectives ET.12 ET.13 ET.14 ET.15 ET.16 ET.17 ET.18	Students will recognize the main causes of accidents. research agencies that are responsible for emergencies in the workplace. develop a plan which outlines the procedures for handling an accident. demonstrate operating instructions before using any equipment. establish procedures for safe evacuation of the worksite in the event of an emergency. follow safety and security procedures. wear PPE as required for specified task.
Skill Set	Leadership Development
Knowledge Objectives ET.19	Students will demonstrate knowledge of public speaking. parliamentary law. leadership concepts. characteristics of effective teams and organizations.
Performance Objectives ET.20 ET.21 ET.22 ET.23 ET.24	Students will develop and deliver speeches. participate in meetings using parliamentary procedure. attend leadership conferences or training. (local, state, national) volunteer in community service opportunities. participate in career development events.
Skill Set	Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge Objectives ET.25	Students will demonstrate knowledge of customer needs assessment. quality standards for services. evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Performance Objectives ET.26 ET.27 ET.28 ET.29 ET.30	Students will confer with customers by telephone or in person to provide information about products or services, take or enter orders, cancel accounts, or obtain details of complaints. keep records of customer interactions or transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints, or comments, as well as actions taken. check to ensure that appropriate changes were made to resolve customers' problems. determine charges for services requested, collect deposits or payments, or arrange for billing. refer unresolved customer grievances to designated departments for further investigation.
Skill Set	Literacy and Numeracy
Knowledge Objectives ET.31	Students will demonstrate knowledge of literacy and numeracy skills required to solve complex. real-world problems associated with their career/technical content area. improve their thinking and reasoning skills.
Performance Objectives ET.32 ET.33 ET.34 ET.35	Students will utilize a variety of technical sources (e.g., Internet, manuals, journals, directions, reports, etc.) to complete career/technical assignments and projects. demonstrate writing skills required to complete career/technical assignments and projects. demonstrate accuracy in calculating and measuring graphical work required to complete career/technical assignments and projects. analyze tables, charts, graphs and multiple data sources to complete career/technical assignments and projects.

Fundamentals of Automotive Technology WVEIS 1631

Skill Set	Automotive Service Consultant
Knowledge Objectives 1631.1	Students will demonstrate knowledge of customer relations. product knowledge of the mechanical, cooling, fuel, ignition, exhaust and starting systems. a courtesy vehicle inspection. a WV state vehicle inspection
Performance Objectives 1631.2 1631.3 1631.4 1631.5 1631.6 1631.7 1631.8 1631.9 1631.10 1631.11 1631.12	Students will demonstrate appropriate greeting skills. obtain, confirm, and document pertinent vehicle/customer contact information. locate and utilize vehicle ID number (VIN). identify automotive body styles. review vehicle service history. follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas. examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customers' approval to perform repairs. verify availability of parts. plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience. perform a WV state vehicle inspection. maintain cleanliness of work area.
Skill Set	Tire Repair and Replacement
Knowledge Objectives 1631.13	Students will demonstrate knowledge of repairing and replacing tires. rotating tires
Performance Objectives 1631.14 1631.15 1631.16 1631.17 1631.18 1631.19	Students will identify and inflate tires correctly for the size and ply. install, replace and repair tires. place wheels on balancing machines to determine counterweights required to balance wheels. install required counterweights onto rims of wheels. rotate tires to different positions on vehicles, using hand tools. remount wheels onto vehicles.
Skill Set	Maintenance Services
Knowledge Objectives 1631.20	Students will demonstrate knowledge of routine and scheduled maintenance services. technological information and specification manuals.
Performance Objectives 1631.21 1631.22 1631.23 1631.24 1631.25 1631.26 1631.27 1631.28 1631.29 1631.30	Students will locate and interpret maintenance schedule information. locate and use reference information for warranties, service contracts, service bulletins, and recalls. perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups according to specification manuals. use electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot problems. repair or replace shock absorbers. install and repair accessories such as radios, heaters and mirrors. inspect A/C compressor, condenser, heater ducts and determine any necessary action. replace and adjust headlights. install and repair windshield wipers. document information about services performed and recommended.
Skill Set	Electrical Basics
Knowledge Objectives 1631.31	Students will demonstrate knowledge of basic automotive electrical systems. usage of electrical system tools
Performance Objectives 1631.32 1631.33 1631.34 1631.35 1631.36 1631.37 1631.38 1631.39 1631.40 1631.41 1631.42 1631.43 1631.44	Students will locate and use reference information for warranties, service contracts, service bulletins, recalls and the vehicle service history. explain the difference between series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. demonstrate proper use of a digital multimeter (DMM). use electronic testing equipment to troubleshoot problems. demonstrate knowledge of the causes and effects from shorts, grounds, opens, and resistance problems in electrical/electronic circuits. check electrical circuits with a test light. measure key-off battery drain. maintain or restore electronic memory functions. identify high-voltage circuits of electric or hybrid electric vehicle and related safety precautions. identify hybrid vehicle auxiliary battery service(12v) and test procedures. inspect, clean, charge a battery according to manufacture’s recommendations. inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses. replace electrical connectors and terminal ends.
Skill Set	Transmission & Transaxle
Knowledge Objectives 1631.45	Students will demonstrate knowledge of basic manual and automatic transmission systems
Performance Objectives 1631.46 1631.47 1631.48 1631.49 1631.50 1631.51 1631.52 1631.53 1631.54	Students will check fluid level in a transmission or a transaxle equipped with a dip-stick. check fluid level in a transmission or a transaxle not equipped with a dip-stick. check transmission fluid condition. drain and replace fluid and filter(s). describe the operational characteristics of a hybrid vehicle drive train. drain and refill manual transmission/transaxle and final drive unit. check and adjust clutch master cylinder fluid level. clean, inspect and adjust differential housing fluid level. inspect front wheel drive bearings, hubs and seals.

Basic Engine Concepts WVEIS 1623

Skill Set	General Engine Diagnosis and Repair
Knowledge Objectives 1623.1	Students will demonstrate knowledge of general engine diagnosis. engine block diagnosis and repair
Performance Objectives 1623.2 1623.3 1623.4 1623.5 1623.6 1623.7 1623.8 1623.9 1623.10 1623.11 1623.12 1623.13 1623.14 1623.15 1623.16 1623.17 1623.18 1623.19 1623.20	Students will Engine Diagnosis plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience. raise vehicles, using hydraulic jacks. troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems, using electronic testing equipment. perform engine vacuum test; determine necessary action. perform cylinder cranking compression test; determine necessary action. visually inspect cylinder heads for cracks, warpage, corrosion, leakage; determine needed repairs. inspect and repair damaged threads where allowed; install core and gallery plugs. examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear. reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs. tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning. record repairs and maintenance performed. maintain cleanliness of work area. Engine Block Diagnosis And Repair disassemble engine block; clean and prepare components for inspection and reassembly. Computerized Engine Controls Diagnosis analyze test results, machine error messages, or information obtained from operators to diagnose equipment problems. inspect, test, adjust and replace computerized engine control system sensors. diagnose problems from failures of interrelated systems. test and inspect wiring harness and connectors. diagnose driveability problems caused by failure of exhaust gas re-circulation system. (EGR) retrieve, record, stored diagnostic trouble codes
Skill Set	Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis
Knowledge Objectives 1623.21	Students will demonstrate knowledge of cylinder head and valve train specifications to meet manufacturer requirements.
Performance Objectives 1623.22 1623.23	Students will inspect valves and valve seats; determine needed repairs. inspect cylinder head mating surface condition and determine needed repairs.
Skill Set	Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair
Knowledge Objectives 1623.24	Students will demonstrate knowledge of vehicle’s lubrication service schedule. servicing the lubrication and cooling system. vehicle’s manufacturer recommended cooling system service schedule.
Performance Objectives 1623.25 1623.26 1623.27 1623.28 1623.29 1623.30 1623.31 1623.32 1623.33	Students will diagnose engine lubrication system problems; perform oil pressure tests; determine necessary action. inspect, test, and replace internal and external engine oil coolers. fill crankcase with oil and install engine oil filter. inspect and test radiator, heater core, pressure cap, heater system hoses and coolant recovery system; replace and repair as required. inspect, replace, and adjust drive belt(s), tensioner(s), and pulleys. inspect and test coolant; drain, flush, and refill cooling system with recommended coolant; bleed air as required. inspect and replace water pump. inspect and test fan (both electrical and mechanical), fan clutch, fan shroud, air dams, and cooling fan electrical circuits; repair or replace as required. verify proper operation of engine related warning indicators.

Brake Systems WVEIS 1625

Skill Set	General Brake System Diagnosis and Repair
Knowledge Objectives 1625.1	Students will demonstrate knowledge of general brake system diagnosis and repair.
Performance Objectives 1625.2 1625.3 1625.4 1625.5 1625.6 1625.7 1625.8 1625.9 1625.10 1625.11 1625.12 1625.13 1625.14 1625.15 1625.16 1625.17 1625.18 1625.19 1625.20 1625.21 1625.22 1625.23 1625.24 1625.25 1625.26	Students will plan work procedures, using charts, technical manuals, and experience. describe procedure for performing a road test to check brake system operation, including an anti-lock brake system(ABS). identify components of brake warning light system. raise vehicles, using hydraulic jacks. use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches. disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges. examine parts for defects, such as breakage or excessive wear. check master cylinder for failures by depressing brake pedal; determine needed repairs. measure and adjust master cylinder pushrod length. inspect brake lines and fittings for leaks, dents, kinks, rust, cracks, or wear; inspect for loose fittings and supports; determine needed repairs. select, handle, fill, bleed and or flush brake system. fabricate brake lines using proper material and flaring procedures. remove, clean, inspect, and measure brake drums; follow manufacturers’ recommendations in determining need to machine or replace. using proper safety procedures, remove, clean, and inspect brake shoes/linings, springs, pins, self-adjusters, levers, clips, brake backing support plate and other related brake hardware; determine needed repairs. adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, torque lug nuts, and reassemble equipment. install wheel and torque lug nuts to specifications perform disc brake diagnosis; clean, inspect and measure rotor with dial indicator and a micrometer; follow manufacturers’ recommendations in determining the need to index, machine or replace rotor. perform disc brake repair; install pads, calipers, and related attaching hardware; lubricate components following manufacturers’ procedures and specifications; bleed system. check brake pedal travel with, and without the engine running to verify proper power booster operation. check parking brake operation and parking brake indicator light system operation and make any necessary repairs. identify traction control/vehicle stability control system components. describe the operation of the Anti-lock Brake system. (ABS) repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions or wheel bearings. record repairs and maintenance performed. maintain cleanliness of work area.

Suspension and Steering Diagnosis WVEIS 1637

Skill Set	Suspension and Steering Diagnosis and Repair
Knowledge Objectives 1637.1	Students will demonstrate knowledge of diagnose and repair of suspension and steering related problems
Performance Objectives 1637.2 1637.3 1637.4 1637.5 1637.6 1637.7 1637.8 1637.9 1637.10 1637.11 1637.12 1637.13 1637.14 1637.15 1637.16 1637.17 1637.18 1637.19 1637.20 1637.21 1637.22 1637.23 1637.24	Students will plan work procedures, using charts and technical manuals. inspect power steering fluid level and condition; determine fluid type and adjust level in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations. flush, fill and bleed power steering system. inspect, adjust, align, and replace power steering pump belts, tensioners and pulleys. remove and replace power steering pump hoses, fittings, filter; transfer related components. inspect, replace, and adjust tie rods, tie rod sleeves/adjusters, clamps, and tie rod ends. repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions, or wheel bearings. inspect for front suspension noises, handling, ride height and ride quality concerns; determine needed repairs. inspect and replace shock absorbers, mounts, and bushings. inspect for rear suspension noises, handling, ride height and ride quality concerns; determine needed repairs. inspect electric power-assisted steering. identify hybrid vehicle power steering system electrical circuits and safety precautions. attach test instruments to equipment, and read dials and gauges to diagnose problems. align vehicle front end and suspension system. inspect tire condition and wear patterns. rotate tires/wheels and torque fasteners according to manufacturers’ recommendations. dismount and mount tire on wheel. remove and balance wheel and tire assembly. inspect tire and wheel assembly for air loss and apply manufacturers recommendations. identify and test tire monitoring systems for operation. demonstrate knowledge of steps required to remove and replace sensors in a tire pressure monitoring system. record repairs and maintenance performed. maintain cleanliness of work area.