Program Name: Automotive Technology
Instructor Name: Greg Sagodic Qualifications: ASE Master Automotive Technician Bachelors in Industrial Technology Teaching Certificate: Industrial & Technology Education (TE) 6-12 Vocational Technical (VT) 6-12 Phone\Extension: 269-512-7842
mail: gsagodic@alleganaesa.org
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The goal of this course is for students to develop the technical skills necessary for a career in the automotive repair field as well as employability and leadership skills that today’s employers are looking for. Students will create an extensive portfolio with resumes, cover letters, career ladders and certificates of achievement that would impress any employer.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Students will learn Basic Theory of the automobile
Students will learn about automotive careers and ASE certifications
Students will learn to use service information such as service manuals, service publications, and computerized service data, wiring diagrams, diagnostic flow charts and important automotive terms.
Students will first learn total shop safety as it is practiced in the real world of automotive repair.
Students will learn the proper use of hand and power tools that will be used in the repair industry.
Students will be introduced to different types of fasteners, gaskets, seals and sealants used in the automotive industry.
They will learn to properly torque fasteners and perform various types of thread repairs.
Students will learn Vehicle Maintenance, Fluid Service and Recycling.
Students will learn all aspects of the automobile braking system such as Disc and Drum braking systems, braking components and operation, Braking systems and Anti-Lock Braking system applications
Students will learn different aspects of vehicle steering and suspension systems and steering and suspension components such as ball joints, tie rods, steering gears, steering racks, shocks, struts air ride systems and four wheel alignments.
Students will learn Engine performance which includes all types of ignition systems, fuel management, OBD 1 and OBD 2 onboard computer diagnostics and many more systems that are controlled by the power train control module and body control module.
Students will learn different aspects of the automobile electrical systems such as batteries, starting and charging systems testing and repairs, lighting systems, horn, wipers and instrumentation systems, power accessories such as power locks, power seats,
power windows, cruise control etc. They will also learn basic electricity concepts and theory such as OHM’s law and Pascal’s law.
Students will be exposed to the following, Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission and Transaxles, Manual Drive Trains and Axles (Gear Ratio’s, Flow of power threw gear sets) and Heating and Air Conditioning. They will be learning theory and operation and basic services in these areas.
Students will learn math that applies to today’s automotive technical standards
SEGMENTS OF INSTRUCTION: Segment Name listed in order of delivery
Trimester One
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Employability Skills, Leadership, TDL,
and Industrial Safety (12)
Required Supplement Tasks (9)
Steering and Suspension- Related Suspension
and Steering Service (4)
Wheel alignment (4)
Wheels and tires (4)
Brakes-General Brake Systems Diagnosis and
Hydraulic Systems Diagnosis and Repair (5)
Brakes–Drum and Disc Brake Diagnosis
and Repair (5)
Brakes–Power Assist Units Diagnosis and Repair (5)
Brakes–Miscellaneous (Wheel Bearing, Parking
Brakes, Electrical, etc) (5)
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Trimester Two
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Electrical – General Electrical Systems
and Theory and Operation (6)
Electrical – Battery Diagnosis and Service (6) Electrical – Starting and Charging Systems
Diagnosis and Repair (6)
Electrical – Lighting Systems and Horn and
Wiper/ washer Diagnosis and Repair (6)
Electrical – Accessories Diagnosis and Repair (6)
Brakes – Electronic Brake, Traction and Stability
Control System Diagnosis and Repair (5)
Facility and Mobile Equipment Maintenance. (10) Transportation, Distribution & Logics (11)
Manual Drive Train and Axles General (3)
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Trimester Three
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Engine Repair – General (1)
Engine Repair – Cylinder Head and Valve Train (1) Engine Repair – Lubrication and Cooling Systems (1)
Heating and Air Conditioning –
Refrigeration System Components (7)
Heating and Air Conditioning – Heating,
Ventilation and Engine Cooling Systems (7)
Heating and Air Conditioning – Operating Systems
and Related Controls (7)
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METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
Individual and Cooperative Projects
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Course Portfolios
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Lectures
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Guest Speakers
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Video\DVD Presentations
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Work-based Learning (internships, capstones, job shadows)
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Discussion
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CURRICULUM MATERIALS:
Books
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1) Fundamentals of Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair. Jones & Bartlett Learning. CDX Automotive. Copyright 2015.
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Software
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1) Electude, Argo Automotive E-Learning
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GRADING:
Competencies 40% (homework, chapter assignments, hands on NATEF tasks)
Tests and Quizzes 30%
Employability and Leadership Skills 30% (attendance, professional presentation, responsible behavior, teamwork)
GRADE ACHIEVEMENT LEVELS:
A
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94-100%
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C+
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77-79%
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D-
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60-63%
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A-
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90-93%
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C
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74-76%
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E
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59% and below
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B+
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87-89%
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C-
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70-73%
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B
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84-86%
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D+
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67-69%
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B-
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80-83%
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D
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64-66%
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COLLEGE CREDIT:
MICHIGAN MERIT CURRICULUM CREDIT OPTION:
4th Math
Visual, Performing and Applied Arts (VPAA)
Substitute for 3rd Science
Substitute for World Language
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