AO 230 - Automotive Co-Op 4

Credit Hours: 1

This co-op work experience will provide opportunities to apply the knowledge and practice the skills that were gained in AO210 and AO220 within a registered automotive repair facility. Students will log their experiences and receive feedback from their mentors, managers, and instructor.

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion the student will be able to:

Perform manufacturer’s diagnostic processes to properly diagnose performance concerns with the engine.
Remove and install transfer cases, differentials, and power transfer units, and manual transmissions.
Disassemble and reassemble transfer cases, differentials, and power transfer units, and manual transmissions.
Utilize digital multimeters and oscilloscopes to measure electrical circuits used to control powertrain components.
Determine whether an unwanted concern is related to an engine or drivetrain fault.
Monitor inputs to the engine control module using a scan tool and other diagnostic equipment.
Perform road tests to duplicate concerns with drivetrain vibrations and noises.
Perform software changes on engine control unit according to technical service bulletins, service actions and campaigns.
Document recommendations for repair and maintenance, estimates of repair, and records of completed repairs based upon manufacturer’s repair/replacement cost analysis.

F/S (S)