OCG - Automotive Technology 3
School District of Oconee County
Automotive Technology 3
Course Number: 603200VCCD
Automotive Technology 3 will teach students the NATEF Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) areas of Anti-lock Brakes (advanced), Heating and Air Conditioning, Manual Drive Train and Axles, as well as Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles. Students will learn the operation of the taught automotive systems as well as how to test and repair the MLR aspects of the systems.
South Carolina Standards:
II-A-1 |
Research applicable vehicle and service information, fluid type, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins pertaining to automatic transmissions. |
II-A-4 |
Check transmission fluid condition; check for leaks. |
ASE-B-5 |
Visually inspect condition of transmission cooling system, lines, and fittings. |
III-A-1 |
Research applicable vehicle and service information, fluid type, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins pertaining to manual transmissions. |
III-A-3 |
Check fluid condition; check for leaks. |
III-B-1 |
Check and adjust clutch master cylinder fluid level |
III-B-2 |
Check for system leaks |
III-E-2 |
Check and adjust differential housing fluid level. |
VII-A-1 |
Research applicable vehicle and service information, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins pertaining to heating, ventilation and air conditioning. |
VII-B-2 |
Identify hybrid vehicle A/C system electrical circuits and the service/safety precautions. |
ASE-G-6 |
Inspect and clean evaporator drains |
ASE-G-2 |
Visually check A/C components for signs of leaks. |
II-B-4 |
Drain and replace fluid and filter(s). |
III-A-2 |
Drain and refill manual transmission/transaxle and final drive unit. |
III-E-1 |
Clean and inspect differential housing; check for leaks; inspect housing vent. |
III-E-3 |
Drain and refill differential housing. |
VII-B-3 |
Inspect A/C condenser for airflow restrictions; determine necessary action. |
VII-D-1 |
Inspect A/C-heater ducts, doors, hoses, cabin filters, and outlets; perform necessary action. |
II-B-1 |
Inspect, adjust, and replace external manual valve shift linkage, transmission range sensor/switch, and park/neutral position switch. |
ASE-C-3 |
Inspect, adjust, and replace transmission/transaxle external shifter assembly, shift linkages, brackets, bushings/grommets, pivots, and levers. |
ASE-C-4 |
Inspect and replace external seals. |
ASE-C-8 |
Inspect, service, and replace drive shaft center support bearings |
ASE-C-14 |
Inspect, adjust, and repair transfer case manual shifting mechanisms, bushings, mounts, levers, and brackets. |
II-B-2 |
Inspect for automatic transmission for leakage at external seals, gaskets, and bushings. |
II-B-3 |
Inspect replace and align powertrain mounts. |
II-C-1 |
Describe the operational characteristics of a continuously variable transmission (CVT). |
II-C-2 |
Describe the operational characteristics of a hybrid vehicle drive train. |
III-C-1 |
Describe the operational characteristics of an electronically-controlled manual transmission/transaxle. |
III-D-1 |
Inspect, remove, and replace front wheel drive (FWD) bearings, hubs, and seals. |
III-D-2 |
Inspect, service, and replace shafts, yokes, boots, and universal/CV joints.(Phasing) |
III-F-1 |
Inspect front-wheel bearings and locking hubs. |
III-F-2 |
Check for leaks at drive assembly seals; check vents; check lube level. |
ASE-C-6 |
Road test the vehicle to verify drive train noises and vibration. |
ASE-D-33 |
Inspect non-independent rear axle assembly for damage. |
V-F-7 (MAST) |
Remove and reinstall sealed wheel bearing assembly. |
V-G-9 (MAST) |
Diagnose electronic brake control system braking concerns caused by vehicle modifications (tire size, curb height, final drive ratio, etc.). |
V-G-7 (MAST) |
Bleed the electronic brake control system hydraulic circuits. |
V-G-8 (MAST) |
Test, diagnose, and service electronic brake control system speed sensors (digital and analog), toothed ring (tone wheel), and circuits using a graphing multimeter (GMM)/digital storage oscilloscope (DSO) (includes output signal, resistance, shorts to voltage/ground, and frequency data). |
VII-D-2 |
Identify the source of A/C system odors. |
The following standards are taught and addressed throughout the 3 courses:
ST-C-1 |
Identify information needed and the service requested on a repair order. |
ST-C-2 |
Identify purpose and demonstrate proper use of fender covers, mats. |
ST-C-3 |
Demonstrate use of the three C’s (concern, cause, and correction). |
ST-C-4 |
Review vehicle service history. |
ST-C-5 |
Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. |
ST-E-1 |
Reports to work daily on time; able to take directions and motivated to accomplish the task at hand. |
ST-E-2 |
Dresses appropriately and uses language and manners suitable for the workplace. |
ST-E-3 |
Maintains appropriate personal hygiene |
ST-E-4 |
Meets and maintains employment eligibility criteria, such as drug/alcohol-free status, clean driving record, etc. |
ST-E-5 |
Demonstrates honesty, integrity and reliability |
ST-F-1 |
Complies with workplace policies/laws |
ST-F-2 |
Contributes to the success of the team, assists others and requests help when needed. |
ST-F-3 |
Works well with all customers and coworkers. |
ST-F-4 |
Negotiates solutions to interpersonal and workplace conflicts. |
ST-F-5 |
Contributes ideas and initiative |
ST-F-6 |
Follows directions |
ST-F-7 |
Communicates (written and verbal) effectively with customers and coworkers. |
ST-F-8 |
Reads and interprets workplace documents; writes clearly and concisely. |
ST-F-9 |
Analyzes and resolves problems that arise in completing assigned tasks. |
ST-F-10 |
Organizes and implements a productive plan of work. |
ST-F-11 |
Uses scientific, technical, engineering and mathematics principles and reasoning to accomplish assigned tasks |
ST-F-12 |
Identifies and address the needs of all customers, providing helpful, courteous and |
ST-F-13 |
Complete the SkillsUSA Professional Development Program (PDP) Levels 1 and 2. |
Other Standards:
- NATEF MLR (Maintenance and Light Repair) standards which are embedded in the state standards.
Required Instructional Materials and Resources:
- Modern Automotive Technology-provided by SDOC (8th edition textbook)
- 3-Ring Notebook-provided
- Safety Glasses (1st pair is provided, additional glasses are $3 each)
- Black Pen/Pencil
- Closed-toed shoes/boots (slip resistance bottoms are recommended)
- Safety-compliant clothing (not baggy and no clothing with holes)
- Todaysclass (online curriculum provided by the SC Dept of Ed)
Optional Materials and Resources:
- Students at this level are strongly encouraged to buy and build a set of tools. Students are offered 50% discounts on many brands of tools.
Course Summary:
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