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AUTO 201 Repair and Maintenance of Automotive Batteries

This course examines the purpose, parts, operation, and failure diagnosis of automotive batteries, crank systems, and charging systems. Students will also study related electronic systems including cruise control, remote keyless entry, theft deterrent, and remote start systems. Laboratory activities emphasize the use of common and specialized electrical service tools to diagnose and service these systems on a live vehicle.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

AUTO 100

Corequisite

AUTO 101

Hours Weekly

2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

Course Objectives

  1. Explain the construction, operation, and function of automotive battery types, including lead-acid, AGM, EFB, and lithium-ion batteries.
  2. Apply safety and environmental procedures when handling, testing, charging, replacing, and disposing of automotive batteries in accordance with ASE, OSHA, and EPA guidelines.
  3. Inspect and test automotive batteries to determine state of charge, condition, and serviceability.
  4. Perform battery service procedures, including terminal cleaning, cable inspection, and connection maintenance, to ensure reliable electrical performance.
  5. Diagnose battery-related electrical system concerns, including voltage drop, parasitic draw, and charging system faults.
  6. Select and install replacement batteries and perform required system initialization or relearn procedures using manufacturer service information.

Course Objectives

  1. Explain the construction, operation, and function of automotive battery types, including lead-acid, AGM, EFB, and lithium-ion batteries.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  2. Apply safety and environmental procedures when handling, testing, charging, replacing, and disposing of automotive batteries in accordance with ASE, OSHA, and EPA guidelines.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  3. Inspect and test automotive batteries to determine state of charge, condition, and serviceability.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  4. Perform battery service procedures, including terminal cleaning, cable inspection, and connection maintenance, to ensure reliable electrical performance.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  5. Diagnose battery-related electrical system concerns, including voltage drop, parasitic draw, and charging system faults.

    This objective is a course Goal Only

  6. Select and install replacement batteries and perform required system initialization or relearn procedures using manufacturer service information.

    This objective is a course Goal Only