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PROGRAM CONCENTRATION: Architecture, Communications & Logistics CAREER PATHWAY: Transportation Logistical Operations COURSE TITLE: Electrical/ Electronic Systems and Design
Electrical/ Electronic Systems and Design in Logistics is the second course in the Transportation Logistical Pathways. The course will help students build a strong scientific knowledge base and develop skills related to electrical and electronics in the logistics and transportation sector. Mastery of these standards through project-based learning and leadership development activities of the Career and Technical Student Organizations will help prepare students with a competitive edge for the transportation logistics marketplace.
Note: For a more comprehensive and authoritative report of national academic related skills please refer to the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation’s document “APPLIED ACADEMIC & WORKPLACE SKILLS FOR AUTOMOBILE TECHNICIANS” available at www.natef.org
2008 NATEF Task updated tasks are used in this document.
ACL-ESD-1 Demonstrate knowledge of general electrical concepts, diagnosis, and repair.
Academic Standards: ELA10W3 The student uses research and technology to support writing. SPS5. Students will compare and contrast the phases of matter as they relate to atomic and molecular motion. National Academic Standards (NATEF): LA283 The technician uses computerized and other databases to obtain system information. MA001 The technician can use Ohm’s Law to determine circuit parameters that are out of tolerance. SC177 The technician can demonstrate an understanding of and explain the properties of electricity that impact the lighting, engine management, and other electrical systems in the vehicle. NATEF Tasks VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS A. General Electrical System Diagnosis 1. Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. 2. Identify and interpret electrical/electronic system concern; determine necessary action. 3. Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as electrical/electronic system operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. 4. Locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification numbers.
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5. Diagnose electrical/electronic integrity of series, parallel and series-parallel circuits using principles of electricity (Ohm’s Law). 6. Use wiring diagrams during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems. 7. Demonstrate the proper use of a digital multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical circuit problems, including: source voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance. 8. Check electrical circuits with a test light; determine necessary action. 9. Check electrical/electronic circuit waveforms; interpret readings and determine needed repairs. 10. Check electrical circuits using fused jumper wires; determine necessary action. 11. Locate shorts, grounds, opens, and resistance problems in electrical/electronic circuits; determine necessary action. 12. Measure and diagnose the cause(s) of excessive parasitic draw; determine necessary action. 13. Inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses; determine necessary action. 14. Inspect and test switches, connectors, relays, solenoid solid state devices, and wires of electrical/electronic circuits; perform necessary action. 15. Remove and replace terminal end from connector; replace connectors and terminal ends. 16. Repair wiring harness (including CAN/BUS systems). 17. Perform solder repair of electrical wiring. 18. Identify location of hybrid vehicle high voltage circuit disconnect (service plug) location and safety procedures
ACL-ESD-2 Demonstrate knowledge of battery concepts, diagnosis, and repair.
Academic Standard: SPS6. Students will investigate the properties of solutions. National Academic Standards (NATEF): LA 278 The technician uses text resources such as glossaries of terms, service manual indexes, database menus, and tables of contents to gather data for diagnosis and repair. MA174 The technician can interpret charts, tables, or graphs to determine the manufacturer's specifications for a given system. SC 211The technician can demonstrate an understanding of the ion transfer process that occurs in an automotive battery. NATEF Tasks VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS B. Battery Diagnosis and Service 1. Perform battery state-of-charge test; determine necessary action. 2. Perform battery capacity test; confirm proper battery capacity for vehicle application; determine necessary action. 3. Maintain or restore electronic memory functions. 4. Inspect, clean, fill, and/or replace battery, battery cables, connectors, clamps, and hold-downs. 5. Perform battery charge.
3 6. Start a vehicle using jumper cables or an auxiliary power supply. 7. Identify high voltage circuits of electric or hybrid electric vehicle and related safety precautions. 8. Identify electronic modules, security systems, radios, and other accessories that require reinitialization or code entry following battery disconnect. 9. Identify hybrid vehicle auxiliary (12v) battery service, repair and test procedures
ACL-ESD-3 Demonstrate knowledge of starting system concepts, diagnosis, and repair.
Academic Standard: SPS10. Students will investigate the properties of electricity and magnetism. National Academic Standards (NATEF): LA038 The technician collects and organizes oral and written information based on discussions, notes, observations, personal experiences, and data collection that will assist in the problem analysis and solution process. MA226 The technician can use conventional symbols (E for voltage, etc.) to solve problems using formulas such as Ohm’s Law, E=IR. SC217 The technician can explain the effect of magnetic fields on unshielded circuits in control modules. NATEF Tasks VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS C. Starting System Diagnosis and Repair 1. Perform starter current draw tests; determine necessary action. 2. Perform starter circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action. 3. Inspect and test starter relays and solenoids; determine necessary action. 4. Remove and install starter in a vehicle. 5. Inspect and test switches, connectors, and wires of starter control circuits; perform necessary action. 6. Differentiate between electrical and engine mechanical problems that cause a slow-crank or no-crank condition.
ACL-ESD-4 Demonstrate knowledge of charging system concepts, diagnosis, and repair.
Academic Standards: SPS9. Students will investigate the properties of waves. ELA11W3 The student uses research and technology to support writing. National Academic Standards (NATEF):
4 LA020 The technician uses study habits and methods when consulting the manufacturer’s publications, e.g., shop manuals, references, and computer databases. MA187 The technician can use formulas to indirectly measure systems that are outside of the manufacturer’s specifications. SC214 The technician can explain the relationship between electrical current in a conductor and magnetic field when produced in a coil such as the starter solenoid. NATEF Tasks VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS D. Charging System Diagnosis and Repair 1. Perform charging system output test; determine necessary action. 2. Diagnose charging system for the cause of undercharge, no-charge, and overcharge conditions. 3. Inspect, adjust, or replace generator (alternator) drive belts, pulleys, and tensioners; check pulley and belt alignment. 4. Remove, inspect, and install generator (alternator). 5. Perform charging circuit voltage drop tests; determine necessary action.
ACL-ESD-5 Demonstrate knowledge of lighting systems concepts, diagnosis, and repair.
Academic Standards: ELA11W3 The student uses research and technology to support writing. SPS10. Students will investigate the properties of electricity and magnetism. National Academic Standards (NATEF): LA035 The technician attends to all written and oral directions that relate to the task or system under study. MA228 The technician can analyze and solve problems requiring the use of fractions, decimals, ratios, or percentages by a direct or indirect variation of the numerical elements of the problem. SC333 The technician can demonstrate an understanding of refraction as it occurs in systems that employ fiber optics. NATEF tasks VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS E. Lighting Systems Diagnosis and Repair 1. Diagnose the cause of brighter than normal, intermittent, dim, or no light operation; determine necessary action. 2. Inspect, replace, and aim headlights and bulbs. 3. Inspect and diagnose incorrect turn signal or hazard light operation; perform necessary action. 4. Identify system voltage and safety precautions associated with high intensity discharge headlights.
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ACL-ESD-6 Demonstrate knowledge of gauges, warning devices, and driver information.
Academic Standards: ELA11W3 The student uses research and technology to support writing. SPS10. Students will investigate the properties of electricity and magnetism. National Academic Standards (NATEF): LA035 The technician attends to all written and oral directions that relate to the task or system under study. MA228 The technician can analyze and solve problems requiring the use of fractions, decimals, ratios, or percentages by a direct or indirect variation of the numerical elements of the problem. SC333 The technician can demonstrate an understanding of refraction as it occurs in systems that employ fiber optics.
NATEF Tasks VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS F. Gauges, Warning Devices, and Driver Information Systems Diagnosis and Repair 1. Inspect and test gauges and gauge sending units for cause of abnormal gauge readings; determine necessary action. 2. Inspect and test connectors, wires, and printed circuit boards of gauge circuits; determine necessary action. 3. Diagnose the cause of incorrect operation of warning devices and other driver information systems; determine necessary action. 4. Inspect and test sensors, connectors, and wires of electronic (digital) instrument circuits; determine necessary action.
ACL-ESD-7 Demonstrate knowledge of electrical accessory systems diagnosis and repair.
Academic Standards: ELA11W3 The student uses research and technology to support writing. SPS10. Students will investigate the properties of electricity and magnetism. National Academic Standards (NATEF): LA035 The technician attends to all written and oral directions that relate to the task or system under study. MA228 The technician can analyze and solve problems requiring the use of fractions, decimals, ratios, or percentages by a direct or indirect variation of the numerical elements of the problem.
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NATEF Tasks VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS G. Horn and Wiper/Washer Diagnosis and Repair 1. Diagnose incorrect horn operation; perform necessary action. 2. Diagnose incorrect wiper operation; diagnose wiper speed control and park problems; perform necessary action. 3. Diagnose incorrect washer operation; perform necessary action. VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS H. Accessories Diagnosis and Repair 1. Diagnose incorrect operation of motor-driven accessory circuits; determine necessary action. 2. Diagnose incorrect heated glass, mirror, or seat operation; determine necessary action. 3. Diagnose incorrect electric lock operation (including remote keyless entry); determine necessary action. 4. Diagnose incorrect operation of cruise control systems; determine necessary action. 5. Diagnose supplemental restraint system (SRS) concerns; determine necessary action. 6. Disarm and enable the airbag system for vehicle service. 7. Diagnose radio static and weak, intermittent, or no radio reception; determine necessary action. 8. Remove and reinstall door panel. 9. Diagnose body electronic system circuits using a scan tool; determine necessary action. 10. Check for module communication (including CAN/BUS systems) errors using a scan tool. 11. Diagnose the cause of false, intermittent, or no operation of anti-theft systems. 12. Describe the operation of keyless entry/remote-start systems. 13. Perform software transfers, software updates, or flash reprogramming on electronic modules.
ACL-ESD-8 Demonstrates knowledge of related physical science principles.
Academic Standards: SPS6. Students will investigate the properties of solutions. ELA10LSV1 The student participates in student-to-teacher, student-to-student, and group verbal interactions. National Academic Standards (NATEF): LA283 The technician uses computerized and other databases to obtain system information. MA001 The technician can use Ohm’s Law to determine circuit parameters that are out of tolerance. SC341 The technician can explain in detail the three states of matter.
7 A. General Electrical System Diagnosis 3. Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as electrical/electronic system operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. 5. Diagnose electrical/electronic integrity of series, parallel and series-parallel circuits using principles of electricity (Ohm’s Law). 17. Perform solder repair of electrical wiring. B. Battery Diagnosis and Service 5. Perform battery charge.
ACL-ESD-9 Identify location of hybrid vehicle high voltage circuit disconnect (service plug) location and safety procedures.
Academic Standards: ELA11W3 The student uses research and technology to support writing. SCSh9. Students will enhance reading in all curriculum areas. National Academic Standards (NATEF): LA286 The technician uses the service manual, in both database and hard copy formats, to identify the manufacturer's specifications for system operation and potential malfunctions. SC194 The technician can demonstrate an understanding of the role of the generator in maintaining battery and system voltage. NATEF Tasks VI. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS A. General Electrical System Diagnosis 18. Identify location of hybrid vehicle high voltage circuit disconnect (service plug) location and safety procedures B. Battery Diagnosis and Service 7. Identify high voltage circuits of electric or hybrid electric vehicle and related safety precautions. 9. Identify hybrid vehicle auxiliary (12v) battery service, repair and test procedures
Updated 12/27/2008 to NATEF Task List 2008, Sonny Reeves www.autoteacher.net