Austin High School Automotive Service Technology Engine Repair 9 th grade Course Syllabus 1 Prerequisites: Students entering the Automotive Technology Program for engine repair must be of the ninth grade status or they must meet the exceptions as defined by the Decatur City Schools Board policy as stated in the Decatur City Schools Policy and Procedure Manual. Instructor: Sherman D. Leeth Office # 256-552-3060 ext. 259 Email: Sherman.Leeth@dcs.edu Course Description: Automotive Technology Engine Repair is a one-semester course with a specific curriculum taught. The curriculum consists of one semester of instruction in the repair of two-stroke and four-stroke gasoline engines with some diesel engine content discussed. Course Content: This course provides classroom and shop activities as assignments for providing training experiences in diagnostic and testing fields as they relate to automobiles. Students read technical manuals, and use a variety of automotive hand and power tools. Instruction and practice are given in the diagnosis of malfunctioning engines, disassembly of units, parts inspection and repair; engine overhaul and/or repair, ignition systems, fuel injection systems, and a variety of accessories. Course Objectives: The overall course objective for this course of study will be completed and evaluated under the following categories: 5 Mastered competency. Able to perform all elements of task successfully and independently without supervision. 4 Satisfactory performance of task. Acceptable performance of all elements of task with mastery of some elements. 3 Capable of performing task adequately, but some elements need improvement. 2 Satisfactory performance of some elements of task and unsatisfactory performance of some elements of task. 1 Unsatisfactory performance of task. Course Requirements: Students are required to attend class according to Decatur City Schools Board policies. Make-up course work and shop experiences must be completed as requested by the instructor. Tests should be completed within five days after returning to class and shop tasks must be completed upon request of the instructor's assignment. Excessive absences will result in the student being unable to complete the necessary tasks for this course and will create the possibility for an unsatisfactory grade. Students will be expected to complete the task list and participate in the daily assigned task. The instructor will perform a daily evaluation of the student's work. Students are expected to observe and maintain safety precautions as are stated in the Automotive Service Technology Safety Compliance Agreement, the Alabama State Course of Study, the Decatur City Schools Policy and Procedure Manual, and the OSHA Regulations Handbook.
2 Course Evaluation: Written, and/or oral tests, following ALL SAFETY procedures, DAILY PARTICIPATION, and completion of the automotive tasks for engine repair will constitute the student's grade for this course. The grading rubric is as follows: 25% Daily Participation 25% Following All Safety Procedures 25% Written Tests 25% Lab Work Engine Task List Miscellaneous Concerns: Students will arrange all make-up work with the instructor upon request by the student. Any student and/or parent is encouraged to discuss low grades and any other concerns with the instructor. Office # 256-552-3060 ext. 259 Email ShermanLeeth@dcs.edu The Penalty for academic misconduct (Class 2.1 Honor Code Violation) will include assignment to In-School Suspension, a zero for the exercise or activity, and the student will become ineligible for semester-exam exemptions for the entire current school year. Summer sessions may be offered for specific courses. There are no guarantees that any specific courses will be offered. Each student must have the approval of a guidance counselor and principal to attend summer school. Dismissal from summer school will result in the loss of tuition. This class is not offered in summer school We welcome all requests for special accommodations. The student CONDUCT and DRESS CODE will be followed in this class especially in the classroom setting. THE INSTRUCTOR COPY (page #3) of this syllabus must be signed by the student and a parent or guardian and returned to the Austin High Automotive Service Department by: ***************** MY PURPOSE IS TO HELP YOU SUCCEED*************** Please help me help you!!! As an IB Middle Years Programme World School, all students will complete a personal project in 10 th grade. The personal project is an important part of the MYP programme, providing you an opportunity to learn about a topic of your own interest and choosing. It will allow you to demonstrate the skills learned during the MYP years, and is intended to be the culmination of your involvement with the five Areas of Inter The five Areas of Interaction are addressed through the subject groups every year of the program, and bind the various disciplines together. Each core subject will give a grade for the completion of the one of the phases of the personal project process journal. In the six week, 10 % of your grade will come from the MYP Personal Project Process Journal. Time period to be assigned by MYP teacher of record. 1 st English Completion of Phase One of Process Journal 2 nd History - Completion of Phase Two of Process Journal 3 rd - Math - Completion of Phase Three of Process Journal 4 th Science - Completion of Phase Four of Process Journal
Student Name: Date: School Year 2010-2011 Instructor: Sherman D. Leeth Suggested Ratings: NATEF Hands-On Checklist A8 Engine Performance 5 Mastered competency. Able to perform all elements of task successfully and independently without supervision. 4 Satisfactory performance of task. Acceptable performance of all elements of task with mastery of some elements. 3 Capable of performing task adequately, but some elements need improvement. 2 Satisfactory performance of some elements of task and unsatisfactory performance of some elements of task. 1 Unsatisfactory performance of task. A. General Engine Diagnosis 1 Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. 2 Identify and interpret engine performance concern; determine 3 Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as engine management system operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. 4 Locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification numbers. 5 Inspect engine assembly for fuel, oil, coolant, and other leaks; determine 6 Diagnose abnormal engine noise or vibration concerns; determine necessary 7 Diagnose abnormal exhaust color, odor, and sound; determine 8 Perform engine absolute (vacuum/boost) manifold pressure tests; determine
A8 Engine Performance NATEF Checklist page 2 9 Perform cylinder power balance test; determine 10 Perform cylinder cranking and running compression tests; determine necessary 11 Perform cylinder leakage test; determine 12 Diagnose engine mechanical, electrical, electronic, fuel, and ignition concerns; determine 13 Prepare 4- or 5-gas analyzer; inspect and prepare vehicle for test, and obtain exhaust readings; interpret readings, and determine 14 Verify engine operating temperature; determine 15 Perform cooling system pressure tests; check coolant condition; inspect and test radiator, pressure cap, coolant recovery tank, and hoses; perform necessary 16 Verify correct camshaft timing. B. Computerized Engine Controls Diagnosis and Repair 1 Retrieve and record diagnostic trouble codes, OBD monitor status, and freeze frame data; clear codes when applicable. 2 Diagnose the causes of emissions or driveability concerns with stored or active diagnostic trouble codes; obtain, graph, and interpret scan tool data. 3 Diagnose emissions or driveability concerns without stored diagnostic trouble codes; determine 4 Check for module communication (including CAN/BUS systems) errors using a scan tool. 5 Inspect and test computerized engine control system sensors, powertrain/engine control module (PCM/ECM), actuators, and circuits using a graphing multimeter (GMM)/digital storage oscilloscope (DSO); perform 6 Access and use service information to perform step-by-step diagnosis.
A8 Engine Performance NATEF Checklist page 3 7 Diagnose driveability and emissions problems resulting from malfunctions of interrelated systems (cruise control, security alarms, suspension controls, traction controls, A/C, automatic transmissions, non-oem-installed accessories, or similar systems); determine 8 Perform active tests of actuators using a scan tool; determine 9 Describe the importance of running all OBDII monitors for repair verification. C. Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair 1 Diagnose ignition system related problems such as no-starting, hard starting, engine misfire, poor driveability, spark knock, power loss, poor mileage, and emissions concerns; determine 2 Inspect and test ignition primary and secondary circuit wiring and solid-state components; test ignition coil(s); perform 3 Inspect and test crankshaft and camshaft position sensor(s); perform necessary 4 Inspect, test, and/or replace ignition control module, powertrain/engine control module; reprogram as necessary. D. Fuel, Air Induction, and Exhaust Systems Diagnosis and Repair 1 Diagnose hot or cold no-starting, hard starting, poor driveability, incorrect idle speed, poor idle, flooding, hesitation, surging, engine misfire, power loss, stalling, poor mileage, dieseling, and emissions problems; determine necessary 2 Check fuel for contaminants and quality; determine 3 Inspect and test fuel pumps and pump control systems for pressure, regulation, and volume; perform 4 Replace fuel filters. 5 Inspect throttle body, air induction system, intake manifold and gaskets for vacuum leaks and/or unmetered air. 6 Inspect and test fuel injectors. 7 Verify idle control operation.
A8 Engine Performance NATEF Checklist page 4 8 Inspect the integrity of the exhaust manifold, exhaust pipes, muffler(s), catalytic converter(s), resonator(s), tail pipe(s), and heat shield(s); perform 9 Perform exhaust system backpressure test; determine 10 Test the operation of turbocharger/supercharger systems; determine necessary action E. Emissions Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair 1 Diagnose oil leaks, emissions, and driveability concerns caused by the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system; determine 2 Inspect, test and service positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter/breather cap, valve, tubes, orifices, and hoses; perform 3 Diagnose emissions and driveability concerns caused by the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system; determine 4 Inspect, test, service and replace components of the EGR system, including EGR tubing, exhaust passages, vacuum/pressure controls, filters and hoses; perform 5 Inspect and test electrical/electronic sensors, controls, and wiring of exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems; perform 6 Diagnose emissions and driveability concerns caused by the secondary air injection and catalytic converter systems; determine 7 Inspect and test mechanical components of secondary air injection systems; perform 8 Inspect and test electrical/electronicallyoperated components and circuits of air injection systems; perform necessary 9 Inspect and test catalytic converter efficiency. 10 Diagnose emissions and driveability concerns caused by the evaporative emissions control system; determine
A8 Engine Performance NATEF Checklist page 5 11 Inspect and test components and hoses of the evaporative emissions control system; perform 12 Interpret diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and scan tool data related to the emissions control systems; determine F. Engine Related Service 1 Adjust valves on engines with mechanical or hydraulic lifters. 2 Remove and replace timing belt; verify correct camshaft timing. 3 Remove and replace thermostat and gasket/seal. 4 Inspect and test mechanical/electrical fans, fan clutch, fan shroud/ducting, air dams, and fan control devices; perform 5 Perform common fastener and thread repairs, to include: remove broken bolt, restore internal and external threads, and repair internal threads with a threaded insert. 6 Perform engine oil and filter change. 7 Identify hybrid vehicle internal combustion engine service precautions.