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AMT 42 Electrical Systems II

Course Description

  • Prerequisite: AMT 30 and AMT 40
  • Corequisite: AMT 43
  • AMT majors only

This course is designed to provide students with the essential theories and practical skills in diagnosing, testing and repairing various ignition systems, dash gauges, warning devices, power windows. This course also includes principles of operation of electronic cruise control, along with other solid state accessories and circuitry and wiper systems. Course includes live work.

Text and References

(Chek-Chart) Automotive Electrical & Electronics Systems, (Chek-Chart) Fuel Systems and Emission Controls, Manufacturers Service manuals, Mitchell, Chilton, and Motors service manuals, handouts.

Course Goals

  • Course goals are to fulfill standards specified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF);
  • to prepare the students with skills and competencies necessary for a successful career as an automotive technician;
  • to instill positive work habits and attitude necessary to work in a highly competitive field;
  • to provide the student with basic skills necessary to become a lifelong learner in order to keep abreast of the latest technological changes in the automobile.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of AMT 42, the student will be able to:

  • Work independently and inter-dependently in an automotive repair facility
  • Function safely in an automotive environment
  • Communicate effectively to gather and convey industry related information
  • Operate automotive equipment and specialty tools
  • Perform all of the NATEF tasks that are outlined in each section listed below. Refer to the NATEF task list on website for a complete list of individual tasks.
    1. Gauges, Warning Devices & Driver Information System Diagnosis & Repair
    2. Horn & Wiper/Washer System Diagnosis and Repair
    3. Accessories Diagnosis and Repair
    4. Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair
    5. General Engine Diagnosis
    6. Computerized Engine Control Diagnosis and Repair

Module Names

  • Horn, Windshield wiper/Washers Circuits
  • Instrument Panel Circuits
  • Small Motor Electrical Accessories
  • Entertainment Systems and Cruise Control Systems
  • Airbag Systems and Theft Deterent Systems
  • Ignition primary Circuit
  • Ignition Secondary CircuitIgnition Timing and Spark Advance Control
  • Distributor Service
  • Solid State Electronic Ignition Systems
  • Spark Timing Controls

Student Contributions

Physical ability: This course requires physical strength and dexterity as well as eye hand coordination to perform repairs and to avoid unnecessary material losses and personal injury.

Teamwork: This course requires that students work as a cohesive team participant. Failure to be an effective participant will be reflected in one’s grade.

Dress code: Students are expected to be work ready at all times and dressed according to AMT program policy requirements.

Tool requirements: Students are required to bring tools applicable to subject area. Failure to comply will end in no shop participation, sent home or possible marked absent.

Attitude: Students are expected to have a positive attitude that contributes to their learning by being aggressive but not arrogant or selfish.

Grading Policy

Attendance: Students will maintain a time card per NATEF requirements. Each tardy (to class and from breaks) and absence will result in point deduction from final accumulated grade points. Three tardies will equal one absence. Absence of three days will result in a failing grade.

Point system: All assignments – homework, worksheets, and quizzes are to be tabulated into final points. All work turned in late will result in a 50% deduction in points. No make–up will be possible on certain lab work. Any score below 65% on the final written or practical exam will not be allowed and result in a failing grade regardless of student progress, no make up exams allowed and student must retake course.

Final Grading

  • 60% Shop work/exercises
    • 25% Practical Final Exam
    • 25% Work Habits
    • 10% Lab work/Worksheets
  • 40% to Classroom work/assignments
    • 20% Written Final Exams
    • 15% Module Exams
    • 5% Homework

Grading Structure

  • A = 90 to 100%
  • B = 80 to 89%
  • C = 70 to 79%
  • F = Below 70%