Title: Automotive Technology III (20104-III)

Demonstrating Personal Qualities and Abilities
  Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
  Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving.
  Demonstrate initiative and self-direction.
  Demonstrate integrity.
  Demonstrate work ethic.
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Demonstrating Interpersonal Skills
  Demonstrate conflict-resolution skills.
  Demonstrate listening and speaking skills.
  Demonstrate respect for diversity.
  Demonstrate customer service skills.
  Collaborate with team members.
Demonstrating Professional Competencies
  Demonstrate big-picture thinking.
  Demonstrate career- and life-management skills.
  Demonstrate continuous learning and adaptability.
  Manage time and resources.
  Demonstrate information-literacy skills.
  Demonstrate an understanding of information security.
  Maintain working knowledge of current information-technology (IT) systems.
  Demonstrate proficiency with technologies, tools, and machines common to a specific occupation.
  Apply mathematical skills to job-specific tasks.
  Demonstrate professionalism.
  Demonstrate reading and writing skills.
  Demonstrate workplace safety.
Examining All Aspects of an Industry
  Examine aspects of planning within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of management within an industry/organization.
  Examine aspects of financial responsibility within an industry/organization.
  Examine technical and production skills required of workers within an industry/organization.
  Examine principles of technology that underlie an industry/organization.
  Examine labor issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine community issues related to an industry/organization.
  Examine health, safety, and environmental issues related to an industry/organization.
Addressing Elements of Student Life
  Identify the purposes and goals of the student organization.
  Explain the benefits and responsibilities of membership in the student organization as a student and in professional/civic organizations as an adult.
  Demonstrate leadership skills through participation in student organization activities, such as meetings, programs, and projects.
  Identify Internet safety issues and procedures for complying with acceptable use standards.
Exploring Work-Based Learning
  Identify the types of work-based learning (WBL) opportunities.
  (Optional) Reflect on lessons learned during the WBL experience.
  Explore career opportunities related to the WBL experience.
  (Optional) Participate in a WBL experience, when appropriate.
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL TASKS: Practicing Safety
  Identify general lab safety rules and procedures.
  Utilize safe procedures for handling tools and equipment.
  Identify and use proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
  Identify and use proper procedures for safe lift operation.
  Use proper ventilation procedures for working in the lab area.
  Identify marked safety areas.
  Identify the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment; demonstrate knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
  Identify the location and use of eye wash stations.
  Identify the location of posted evacuation routes.
  Comply with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab activities.
  Identify and wear appropriate clothing for lab activities.
  Secure hair and jewelry for lab activities.
  Demonstrate awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high-voltage circuits.
  Demonstrate awareness of the safety aspects of high-voltage circuits such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, and injection systems.
  Locate and demonstrate knowledge of safety data sheets (SDS).
ENGINE REPAIR: General-Engine Diagnosis, Removal, and Reinstallation (R&R)
  Complete a work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction.
  Inspect, remove, and/or replace engine mounts.
ENGINE REPAIR: Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis and Repair
  Remove the cylinder head; inspect the gasket condition; install the cylinder head and gasket and tighten, according to manufacturer’s specifications and procedures.
  Clean and visually inspect a cylinder head for cracks; check gasket surface areas for warpage and surface finish; check the passage condition.
  Inspect pushrods, rocker arms, rocker arm pivots and shafts for wear, bending, cracks, looseness, and blocked oil passages; determine the necessary action.
  Inspect and replace the camshaft and drive belt/chain; verify the correct camshaft timing.
  Establish the camshaft position sensor indexing.
ENGINE REPAIR: Engine Block Assembly Diagnosis and Repair
  Remove, inspect, and/or replace the crankshaft vibration damper (harmonic balancer).
ENGINE REPAIR: Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair
  Remove and replace the radiator.
  Inspect and test fan(s), fan clutch (electrical or mechanical), fan shroud, and air dams; determine the needed action.
  Perform oil pressure tests; determine the needed action.
  Inspect auxiliary coolers; determine the needed action.
  Inspect, test, and replace oil temperature and pressure switches and sensors.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE: General-Transmission and Transaxle Diagnosis
  Identify and interpret transmission/transaxle concern, differentiate between engine performance and transmission/transaxle concerns; determine the necessary action.
  Diagnose fluid loss and condition concerns; determine the necessary action.
  Perform a stall test; determine the needed action.
  Perform lock-up converter system tests; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose transmission/transaxle gear reduction/multiplication concerns using driving, driven, and held member (power flow) principles.
  Diagnose pressure concerns in a transmission, using hydraulic principles (Pascal’s law).
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE: In-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle Maintenance and Repair
  Inspect, test, adjust, repair, and/or replace electrical/electronic components and circuits.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND TRANSAXLE: Off-Vehicle Transmission and Transaxle Repair
  Remove and reinstall the transmission/transaxle and torque converter; inspect the engine core plugs, rear crankshaft seal, dowel pins, dowel pin holes, and mounting surfaces.
  Inspect, leak test, flush, and/or replace transmission/transaxle oil cooler, lines, and fittings.
  Inspect the converter flex (drive) plate, converter attaching bolts, converter pilot, converter pump drive surfaces, converter end play, and crankshaft pilot bore.
MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: General-Drive Train Diagnosis
  Identify and interpret drive train concerns; determine the needed action.
MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: Clutch Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose the clutch noise, binding, slippage, pulsation, and chatter; determine the needed action.
  Inspect clutch pedal linkage, cables, automatic adjuster mechanisms, brackets, bushings, pivots, and springs; determine the needed action.
  Inspect and/or replace the clutch pressure plate assembly, clutch disc, release (throw-out) bearing, linkage, and pilot bearing/bushing (as applicable).
  Bleed the clutch hydraulic system.
  Check and adjust the clutch master cylinder fluid level; check for leaks; use the proper fluid type per manufacturer specification.
  Inspect the flywheel and ring gear for wear and cracks; determine the needed action.
  Measure flywheel runout and crankshaft end play; determine the needed action.
MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis and Repair
  Inspect, adjust, lubricate, and/or replace shift linkages, brackets, bushings, cables, pivots, and levers.
MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: Drive Shaft and Half Shaft, Universal and Constant-Velocity (CV) Joint Diagnosis and Repair (Front, Rear, All-Wheel, and Four-Wheel Drive)
  Diagnose constant-velocity (CV) joint noise and vibration concerns; determine the necessary action.
  Diagnose universal joint noise and vibration concerns; perform the necessary action.
  Check shaft balance and phasing; measure shaft runout; measure and adjust driveline angles.
MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: Drive Axle Diagnosis and Repair-Ring and Pinion Gears and Differential Case Assembly
  Inspect and replace the companion flange and/or pinion seal; measure the companion flange runout.
MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: Drive Axles
  Remove and replace drive axle shafts.
  Inspect and replace the drive axle shaft seals, bearings, and retainers.
  Measure the drive axle flange runout and shaft end play; determine the needed action.
  (Optional) Demonstrate knowledge of the drive pinion and ring gear service and set up including depth, preload, backlash, and gear tooth contact.
MANUAL DRIVE TRAIN AND AXLES: Four-Wheel Drive/All-Wheel Drive Component Diagnosis and Repair
  Inspect, adjust, and repair the shifting controls (e.g., mechanical, electrical, and vacuum), bushings, mounts, levers, and brackets.
  Identify concerns related to variations in tire circumference and/or final drive ratios.
SUSPENSION AND STEERING: Steering Systems Diagnosis and Repair
  Disable and enable SRS; verify the indicator lamp operation.
  Remove and replace the steering wheel; center/time the SRS coil (clock spring).
  Diagnose steering column noises, looseness, and binding concerns (including tilt/telescoping mechanisms); determine the needed action.
  Diagnose power steering gear (i.e., non-rack-and-pinion) binding, uneven turning effort, looseness, hard steering, and noise concerns; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose power steering gear (i.e., rack-and-pinion) binding, uneven turning effort, looseness, hard steering, and noise concerns; determine the needed action.
  Inspect the steering shaft universal joint(s), flexible coupling(s), collapsible column, lock-cylinder mechanism, and steering wheel; determine the needed action.
  Remove and replace the rack-and-pinion steering gear; inspect mounting bushings and brackets.
  Remove and reinstall the power steering pump.
  Remove and reinstall the press fit power steering pump pulley; check the pulley and belt alignment.
  Inspect, remove, and/or replace the pitman arm, relay (center link/intermediate) rod, idler arm, mountings, and steering linkage damper.
  Inspect, replace, and/or adjust tie rod ends (sockets), tie rod sleeves, and clamps.
SUSPENSION AND STEERING: Suspension System Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose short- and long-arm suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven ride height concerns; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose strut suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven ride height concerns; determine the needed action.
  Inspect, remove and/or replace upper and lower control arms, bushings, shafts, and rebound bumpers.
  Inspect, remove, and/or replace strut rods and bushings.
  Inspect, remove and/or replace steering knuckle assemblies.
  Inspect, remove, and/or replace short- and long-arm suspension system coil springs and spring insulators.
  Inspect, remove, and/or replace torsion bars and mounts.
  Inspect, remove, and/or replace the front/rear stabilizer bar (sway bar) bushings, brackets, and links.
  Inspect, remove, and/or replace the strut cartridge or assembly, strut coil spring, insulators (silencers), and upper strut bearing mount.
  Inspect the rear suspension system leaf spring(s), spring insulators (silencers), shackles, brackets, bushings, center pins/bolts, and mounts.
SUSPENSION AND STEERING: Related Suspension and Steering Service
  Remove, inspect, service, and/or replace the front and rear wheel/hub bearings.
SUSPENSION AND STEERING: Wheel Alignment Diagnosis, Adjustment, and Repair
  Diagnose vehicle wander, drift, pull, hard steering, bump steer, memory steer, torque steer, and steering return concerns; determine the needed action.
  Prepare the vehicle for wheel alignment on an alignment machine; perform four-wheel alignment by checking and adjusting the front and rear wheel caster, camber, and toe as required; center the steering wheel.
  Check toe-out on turns (i.e., turning radius); determine the needed action.
  Check the steering axis inclination (SAI) and included angle; determine the needed action.
  Check the rear-wheel thrust angle; determine the needed action.
  Check for front-wheel setback; determine the needed action.
  Check the front and/or rear cradle (subframe) alignment; determine the needed action.
SUSPENSION AND STEERING: Wheels and Tires Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose the wheel/tire vibration, shimmy, and noise; determine the needed action.
  Measure the wheel, tire, axle flange, and hub runout; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose tire pull problems; determine the needed action.
BRAKES: Hydraulic System Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose pressure concerns in the brake system using hydraulic principles (Pascal’s law).
  Remove, bench bleed, and reinstall the master cylinder.
  Diagnose poor stopping, pulling, or dragging concerns caused by malfunctions in the hydraulic system; determine the needed action.
  Replace brake lines, hoses, fittings, and supports.
  Fabricate brake lines, using the proper material and flaring procedures (e.g., double flare and International Standards Organization [ISO] types).
  Inspect, test, and/or replace components of the brake warning light system.
BRAKES: Disc and Drum Brake Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose poor stopping, noise, vibration, pulling, grabbing, dragging, or pedal pulsation concerns in drum brakes; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose poor stopping, noise, vibration, pulling, grabbing, dragging, or pulsation concerns in disc brakes; determine the needed action.
BRAKES: Power-Assist Units Diagnosis and Repair
  Inspect a vacuum-type power booster unit for leaks; inspect the check-valve for proper operation; determine the needed action.
  Inspect and test a hydraulically assisted power brake system for leaks and proper operation; determine the needed action.
BRAKES: Related Systems (i.e., Wheel Bearings, Parking Brakes, Electrical) Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose wheel bearing noises, wheel shimmy, and vibration concerns; determine the needed action.
  Remove, reinstall, and/or replace a sealed wheel bearing assembly.
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose the cause(s) of excessive key-off battery drain (i.e., parasitic draw); determine the needed action.
  Diagnose a no-crank condition using a wiring diagram and test equipment.
  Differentiate between electrical and engine mechanical problems that cause a slow-crank or a no-crank condition.
  Diagnose (troubleshoot) the charging system for causes of undercharge, no-charge, or overcharge conditions.
  Diagnose (troubleshoot) the causes of brighter-than-normal, intermittent, dim, or no light operation; determine the necessary action.
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: Instrument Cluster and Driver Information Systems Diagnosis and Repair
  Inspect and test gauges and gauge-sending units for causes of abnormal readings; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose (troubleshoot) the causes of incorrect operation of warning devices and other driver information systems; determine the needed action.
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: Body Electrical Systems Diagnosis and Repair
  Describe the operation of comfort and convenience accessories and related circuits; determine the needed repairs.
  Describe the operation of security/anti-theft systems and related circuits (e.g., theft deterrent, door locks, remote keyless entry, remote start, and starter/fuel disable); determine the needed repairs.
  Describe the operation of entertainment and related circuits (e.g., radio, navigation, amplifiers, speakers, antennas, and voice-activated accessories); determine the needed repairs.
  Describe the operation of safety systems and related circuits; determine the needed repairs.
  Describe body electronic systems circuits using a scan tool; check for module communication errors (data bus systems); determine the needed action.
  Describe the process for software transfer, software updates, or reprogramming of electronic modules.
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC): General-Air Conditioning (AC) System Diagnosis and Repair
  Identify and interpret heating and air conditioning problems; determine the needed action.
  Identify the steps for testing AC systems and identifying problems.
  Identify abnormal operating noises in the AC system; determine the needed action.
  (Optional) Identify the refrigerant type; select and connect the proper gauge set/test equipment; record the temperature and pressure readings.
  (Optional) Leak test the AC system; determine the needed action.
  (Optional) Inspect the condition of refrigerant oil removed from an AC system; determine the needed action.
  Determine the recommended oil and oil capacity for system application.
  Observe and record related HVAC data and trouble codes, using a scan tool.
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC): Refrigeration System Component Diagnosis and Repair
  (Optional) Inspect, test, service, and/or replace the AC compressor clutch components and/or assembly; check the compressor clutch air gap; adjust as needed.
  (Optional) Remove, inspect, and reinstall the AC compressor and mountings; determine the recommended oil type and quantity.
  Determine the need for an additional AC system filter.
  (Optional) Remove and inspect AC system mufflers, hoses, lines, fittings, O-rings, seals, and service valves; determine the needed action.
  (Optional) Remove, inspect, and reinstall a receiver/drier or accumulator/drier and condenser; determine the recommended oil type and quantity.
  (Optional) Remove, inspect, and install an expansion valve or orifice (expansion) tube.
  Inspect the evaporator housing water drain; determine the needed action.
  Determine the procedure to remove and reinstall the evaporator; determine the required oil type and quantity.
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC): Operating Systems and Related Controls Diagnosis and Repair
  Inspect and test HVAC system blower motors, resistors, switches, relays, wiring, and protection devices; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose HVAC system clutch control systems; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose malfunctions in the vacuum, mechanical, and electrical components and controls of the HVAC system; determine the needed action.
  Inspect and test HVAC system control panel assembly; determine the needed action.
  Inspect and test HVAC system control cables, motors, and linkages; determine the needed action.
  Inspect HVAC system ducts, doors, hoses, cabin filters, and outlets; determine the needed action.
  Check operation of automatic or semi-automatic HVAC control systems; determine needed action.
HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC): Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and Handling
  (Optional) Use and maintain refrigerant handling equipment, according to equipment manufacturer’s standards.
  (Optional) Identify AC system refrigerant; test for sealants; recover, evacuate, and charge the AC system; add refrigerant oil as required.
  (Optional) Recycle, label, and store the refrigerant.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE: General-Engine Diagnosis
  Identify and interpret engine performance concerns; determine needed action.
  Diagnose abnormal engine noises or vibration concerns; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose the cause of excessive oil consumption and unusual exhaust color, odor, and sound; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose engine mechanical, electrical, electronic, fuel, and ignition concerns; determine the needed action.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE: Computerized Controls Diagnosis and Repair
  Access and use service information to perform step-by-step (troubleshooting) diagnosis.
  Perform active tests of actuators using a scan tool; determine the needed action.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE: Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose (troubleshoot) ignition system-related problems such as no-starting, hard starting, engine misfire, poor drivability, spark knock, power loss, poor mileage, and emissions concerns; determine the needed action.
  Inspect and test crankshaft and camshaft position sensor(s); determine the needed action.
  Inspect, test, reprogram, recalibrate, and/or replace the ignition control module and the powertrain/engine control module; reprogram/initialize as needed.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE: Fuel, Air Induction, and Exhaust Systems Diagnosis and Repair
  Check fuel for contaminants; determine the needed action.
  Inspect and test fuel pumps and pump control systems for pressure, regulation, and volume; determine the needed action.
  Inspect throttle body, air induction system, intake manifold, and gaskets for vacuum leaks and/or unmetered air.
  Inspect test, and/or replace fuel injectors.
  Verify idle control operation.
  Perform exhaust system back-pressure test; determine the needed action.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE: Emissions Control Systems Diagnosis and Repair
  Diagnose oil leaks, emissions, and drivability concerns caused by the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose emissions and drivability concerns caused by the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system; inspect, test, service, and/or replace components of electrical/electronic sensors, controls, wiring, tubing, exhaust passages, vacuum/pressure controls ....
  Inspect and test electrical/electronically operated components and circuits of secondary air-injection systems; determine the needed action.
  Diagnose emission and drivability concerns caused by the catalytic converter system; determine the needed action.
  Inspect and test components and hoses of the evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system; determine the needed action.
  Interpret diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and scan tool data related to the emissions control systems; determine the needed action.
ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION
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