District Course Syllabus

18 weeks (18 weeks of content taught every day for one semester)

None
License Type Required:

Auto Technology (170302, 170303, 170322, 300700)
Standards addressed:

2007 ISTE Standards, 2013 NATEF Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Standards.

Textbook: Modern Automotive Technology, Duffy, Goodheart-Wilcox

Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES): Online curriculum and resource guide.

All Data Online: Automotive service information

2013 Automobile Task List, National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)

The needs of English Language Learners will be addressed in this course by:

Collaboration with ELL staff members to adapt instruction according to Individual Educational Plans. Strategies include developing lessons that foster inclusiveness, as well as, differentiate and scaffold instruction to challenge and meet the needs of all ELL students.

Special Education needs will be met in the following ways: Allowing time for plenty of practice, conduct student-teacher conferences, break assignments into smaller, more manageable parts, use peer tutors, highlight important directions and key words, give shorter assignments, allow more time for completion, give short, easy to follow instructions, give immediate feedback and lots of encouragement, provide many opportunities for success, use visuals and manipulative materials when available and use cooperative learning strategies.

Modifying assignments based on student talent and interest. Gifted and talented students will be offered more in depth course materials allowing them to further develop their understanding of vehicle systems and given additional instruction in troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures. Gifted and talented students will be given opportunities to apply their learning to real world problems by repairing actual customer vehicles as they become available. Gifted and talented will also be given leadership opportunities that will allow them to grow their organizational and leadership skills.

Adapting educational research that affirms children learn best when their culture and language are reflected in the curriculum. Culture shapes our values, attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, and is an intrinsic part of who we are and how we identify ourselves. Students who see their culture represented in the curriculum are more likely to have a higher self-concept, and when students feel good about themselves they are more likely to be open with others and to learning.

Providing students with a broad knowledge base in the application of industry based technological concepts. Students will be trained using current industry recognized tools and equipment. Students will also have access to current online service information including both aftermarket and manufacturer specific databases.

Introduction to Automotive Technology - 4 days

Introduction to Hand Tools and Shop Equipment - 3 days

Introduction to Shop Safety - 5 days

Introduction to Vehicle Service Information - 3 days

Tire and Wheel Fundamentals - 2 weeks

Wheel Bearing Fundamentals - 1 week

Steering System Fundamentals - 2 week

Restraint System Fundamentals - 1 week

Quarter 2 - Scope and Sequence

Suspension System Fundamentals - 2 weeks

Wheel Alignment Fundamentals - 1 week

General Brake System Fundamentals - 2 weeks

Disc Brake System Fundamentals - 2 weeks

Drum Brake System Fundamentals - 2 weeks

From the National Automotive Technology Education Foundation (NATEF) and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) industry standards.

Integrate knowledge, skills and practices required as a professional automotive service technician.

1.0 Students will demonstrate leadership, citizenship, and teamwork skills required for success in

the school, community, and workplace.

2.0 Students will integrate reading, writing, math, and science skills and understand the impact of

academic achievement in the workplace.

3.0 Students will demonstrate safety practices for an automotive repair facility.

4.0 Students will demonstrate the proper use of automotive tools and shop equipment.

5.0 Students will demonstrate locating automotive service information.

6.0 Students will demonstrate preparing a vehicle for service.

7.0 Students will properly inspect, test, and service wheel and tire concerns.

8.0 Students will properly inspect, test, and service non-drive wheel bearing concerns.

9.0 Students will properly inspect, test, and service suspension system concerns.

10.0 Students will properly inspect, test, and service steering systems concerns.

11.0 Students will demonstrate preparing a vehicle for a four-wheel alignment.

12.0 Students will properly inspect, test, and service general brake system concerns.

13.0 Students will properly inspect, test, and service disc brake system concerns.

14.0 Students will properly inspect, test, and service drum brake system concerns.

STANDARD 1.0

BENCHMARKS:

1.1 Exhibit positive leadership skills.

1.2 Exhibit team building skills.

1.3 Assess situations and apply problem-solving and decision-making skills to client

relations in the community and workplace.

STANDARD 2.0

Students will integrate reading, writing, math, and science skills and understand the impact of academic achievement in the workplace.

The student will:

2.1 Assume responsibility for accomplishing classroom assignments and workplace

goals within accepted time frames.

2.2 Develop advanced study skills.

2.3 Demonstrate and use written and verbal communication skills.

2.4 Read and understand technical documents such as regulations, manuals, reports,

forms, graphs, charts, and tables.

2.5 Apply the foundations of mathematical principles such as algebra, geometry, and

advanced math to solve problems.

2.6 Apply basic scientific principles and methods to solve problems and complete tasks.



STANDARD 3.0

Students will demonstrate safety practices for an automotive repair facility.

BENCHMARKS:

3.1 Identify general shop safety rules and procedures.

3.2 Utilize safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.

3.3 Identify and use proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.

3.4 Identify and use proper procedures for safe lift operation.

3.5 Use proper ventilation procedures for working within the shop area.

3.6 Identify marked safety areas.

3.7 Identity the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment;

demonstrate knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire

safety equipment.

3.8 Identify the location and use of eye wash stations.

3.9 Identify the location of the posted evacuation routes.

3.10 Comply with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during

shop activities

3.11 Identify and wear appropriate clothing for shop activities.

STANDARD 4.0

The student will:

4.1 Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.

4.2 Identify standard and metric designations.

4.3 Demonstrate safe handling and use of appropriate tools.

4.4 Demonstrate proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.

STANDARD 5.0

BENCHMARKS:

5.1 Identify sources of service information; locate and use paper and electronic

service information; locate and use Technical Service Bulletins; demonstrate

awareness of special service messages, service campaigns/recalls, vehicle/service

warranty applications, and service interval recommendations.

5.2 Vehicle identification information; locate Vehicle Identification Number and

production date code; apply knowledge of Vehicle Identification Number

information; demonstrate awareness of other vehicle information labels (such as

tire, emission, e

STANDARD 6.0

BENCHMARKS:

6.1 Identify information needed and the service requested on a repair order.

6.2 Identify purpose and demonstrate proper use of fender covers, mats.

6.3 Demonstrate use of the three C’s (concern, cause, and correction).

6.4 Review vehicle service history.

STANDARD 7.0

Students will properly inspect, test, and service wheel and tire concerns.

BENCHMARKS:

service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

7.2 Inspect tire condition; identify tire wear patterns; check for correct size and

application (load and speed readings) and adjust air.

7.3 Rotate tires according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

7.4 Dismount, inspect, and remount tire on wheel; balance wheel and tire assembly

(static and dynamic).

7.5 Dismount, inspect, and remount tire on wheel equipped with tire pressure monitoring

system sensor.

7.6 Inspect tire and wheel assembly for air loss,

7.7 Repair tire using internal patch.

7.8 identify and test tire pressure monitoring systems (indirect and direct) for operation;

verify operation of instrument panel lamps.

7.9 Demonstrate knowledge of steps required to remove and replace sensors in a tire

pressure monitoring system.

STANDARD 8.0

Students will properly inspect, test, and service non-drive wheel bearing concerns.

BENCHMARKS:

8.1 Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history,

service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

8.2 Remove, clean, inspect, repack, and install wheel bearings and replace seals;

install hub and adjust bearings.

8.3 Replace wheel bearing and race.

Students will properly inspect, test, and service suspension system concerns.

BENCHMARKS:

The student will:

9.1 Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history,

service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

9.2 Inspect upper and lower control arms, bushings, and shafts.

9.3 Inspect and replace rebound and jounce bumpers.

9.4 Inspect track bar, strut rods/radius arms, and related mounts and bushings.

9.5 Inspect upper and lower ball joints (with or without wear indicators).

9.6 Inspect suspension system coil springs and spring insulators.

9.7 Inspect suspension system torsion bar mounts.

9.8 Inspect and replace front stabilizer bar (sway bar) bushings, brackets, and links.

9.9 Inspect strut cartridge or assembly.

9.10 Inspect front strut bearing and mount.

9.11 Inspect rear suspension system lateral links/arms (track bar), control (trailing)

arms.

9.12 Inspect rear suspension system leaf spring(s), spring insulators, shackles,

9.13 Inspect, remove, and replace shock absorbers; inspect mounts and bushings.

Students will properly inspect, test, and service steering systems concerns.

BENCHMARKS:

10.1 Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history,

service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

10.2 Disable and enable supplemental restraint system (SRS).

10.3 Inspect pitman arm, relay (centerlink/intermediate) rod, idler arm and mountings, and

steering linkage damper.

10.4 Inspect tie rod ends, tie rod sleeves, and clamps.
10.5 Inspect rack and pinion steering gear inner tie rod ends and bellow boots.

10.6 Determine proper power steering fluid type; inspect fluid level and condition.

10.7 Flush, fill, and bleed power steering system.

10.8 Inspect power steering fluid leakage.

10.9 Remove, inspect, replace, and adjust power steering pump belt.

10.10 Inspect and replace power steering hoses and fittings.

10.11 Replace power steering pump filter(s).

10.12 Inspect electric power-assisted steering.

10.13 Describe the function of the power steering pressure switch.

STANDARD 11.0

BENCHMARKS:

11.1 Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history,

service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

11.2 Perform pre-alignment inspection and measure vehicle ride height.

STANDARD 12.0

BENCHMARKS:

12.1 Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history,

service precautions, and technical service bulletins.

12.2 Describe the procedure for performing a road test to check brake system

operation, including and anti-lock brake system (ABS).

12.3 Measure brake pedal height, travel, and free play (as applicable).

12.4 Check master cylinder for external leaks and proper operation.

12.5 Inspect brake lines, flexible hoses, and fittings for leaks, dents, kinks, rust, cracks,

bulging, wear, loose fittings and supports.

12.6 Select, handle, store, and fill brake fluids to proper level.

12.7 Identify components of the brake warning light system.

12.8 Bleed and/or flush brake system.

12.9 Test brake fluid for contamination.

12.10 Check brake pedal travel with, and without, engine running to verify proper

power booster operation.

12.11 Check vacuum supply (manifold or auxiliary pump) to vacuum-type power

booster.

12.12 Check parking brake cables and components for wear, binding, and corrosion;

clean and lubricate, adjust or replace as needed.

12.13 Check parking brake operation and parking brake indicator light system

operation.

12.14 Check operation of brake stop light system.

12.15 Identify traction control/vehicle stability control system components.

STANDARD 13.0

BENCHMARKS:

13.1 Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history,

service precautions

13.2 Remove and clean caliper assembly; inspect for leaks and damage/wear to caliper

housing.

13.3 Clean and inspect caliper mounting and slides/pins for operation, wear, and

damage.

13.4 Remove, inspect and replace pads and retaining hardware.

for leaks.

13.6 Clean and inspect rotor, measure rotor thickness, thickness variation and lateral

runout.

13.8 Refinish rotor on vehicle; measure final rotor thickness and compare with

specifications.

13.9 Refinish rotor off vehicle; measure final rotor thickness and compare with

specifications.

13.10 Retract and re-adjust caliper piston on an integral parking brake system.

13.11 Check brake pad wear indicator.

13.12 Describe importance of operating vehicle to burnish/break-in replacement brake

pads according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

STANDARD 14.0

BENCHMARKS:

14.1 Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history,

service precautions

14.2 Remove, clean, inspect, and measure brake drum diameter.

14.3 Refinish brake drum and measure final drum diameter.

14.4 Remove, clean, and inspect brake shoes, springs, pins, clips, levers, adjusters/self-

adjusters, other related brake hardware, and backing support plates; lubricate and

reassemble.

14.5 Inspect wheel cylinders for leaks and proper operation; remove and replace as

needed.

assemblies and wheel bearings, and make final checks and adjustments.