AU 228 - Ford ASSET Automotive Electronics Lab

Credit Hours: 2

Application of theoretical and practical study of the electronic systems in modern automobiles. Related to the operation of all computers and components and the proper diagnosis/repair.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:

identify and describe the specific purpose and operation of input (sensing), control and output (load) devices as they apply to modern vehicles. Competency will be based on work effort in the lab and a practical test with a score of at least 65%;
identify the general function of electronic controllers/computers as they apply to modern vehicles. Competency will be based on work effort in the lab and a practical test with a score of at least 65%;
identify how specific electrical components interact within an electrical system. Competency will be based on work effort in the lab and a practical test with a score of at least 65%;
test specific electrical components as they apply to modern vehicles. Competency will be based on work effort in the lab and a practical test with a score of at least 65%; and
apply the six-step diagnostic procedure to diagnose and repair problems in the electrical circuits. Competency will be based on activities in the lab.

Prerequisites: AU 110, AU 111
Concurrent Registration: AU 227
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