AUTO 101 Repair Maintenance of Automotive Electrical Systems

This course introduces students to diagnosing and repairing electrical and electronic problems in modern vehicles. Students will learn to troubleshoot circuits, components, and system operations using industry-standard tools and procedures. No prior work experience is required. This course aligns to the ASE A6 - Electrical/Electronic Systems certification.

Credits

3

Hours Weekly

2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

Course Objectives

1. Apply electrical theory and principles (Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Law, electromagnetism) to the operation and diagnosis of automotive electrical and electronic systems.
2. Demonstrate proper safety procedures when working with automotive electrical systems, including battery handling, airbag circuits, and high-voltage/hybrid components in accordance with industry standards.
3. Interpret and use manufacturer service information, wiring diagrams, and technical service bulletins to perform accurate electrical system diagnosis and repair.
4. Diagnose and service battery systems, including testing, charging, replacement, and determining causes of battery failure in compliance with ASEF task standards.
5. Diagnose, service, and repair starting systems, including starters, solenoids, and control circuits using approved testing procedures.
6. Diagnose, service, and repair charging systems, including alternators, voltage regulators, and related circuits, and verify proper system operation.
7. Diagnose and repair ignition system electrical circuits, including primary and secondary components, sensors, and control modules.
8. Diagnose and repair lighting and body electrical systems, including exterior and interior lighting, switches, relays, motors, and actuators.

Course Objectives

1. Apply electrical theory and principles (Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Law, electromagnetism) to the operation and diagnosis of automotive electrical and electronic systems.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

2. Demonstrate proper safety procedures when working with automotive electrical systems, including battery handling, airbag circuits, and high-voltage/hybrid components in accordance with industry standards.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

3. Interpret and use manufacturer service information, wiring diagrams, and technical service bulletins to perform accurate electrical system diagnosis and repair.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

4. Diagnose and service battery systems, including testing, charging, replacement, and determining causes of battery failure in compliance with ASEF task standards.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

5. Diagnose, service, and repair starting systems, including starters, solenoids, and control circuits using approved testing procedures.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

6. Diagnose, service, and repair charging systems, including alternators, voltage regulators, and related circuits, and verify proper system operation.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

7. Diagnose and repair ignition system electrical circuits, including primary and secondary components, sensors, and control modules.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

8. Diagnose and repair lighting and body electrical systems, including exterior and interior lighting, switches, relays, motors, and actuators.

   This objective is a course Goal Only