ATE 245 - Engine Performance 2
Credits: 4
6 Skills Lab Hours
Prerequisites: ATE 230
Description
This course provides an expanded study of various engine control systems and components. These include ignition, fuel, mechanical and emission control systems. Students analyze the association between engine sensors and vehicle operation by utilizing diagnostic scan tools. Students further analyze vehicle data parameters to gain a thorough understanding of how the engine operates. Manufacturer diagnostic repair procedures are practiced in a lab setting. Certain course sections are manufacturer-specific.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Associate identifed engine computer inputs to the corresponding outputs.
- Retrieve and analyze diagnostic fault codes referencing vehicle manufacturer’s service information using a scan tool.
- Diagnose a drivability fault in a specific engine control system using various diagnostic equipment.
- Describe how faulty sensors affect engine operation and vehicle emissions.
Listed Topics
- Searching manufacturer-specific diagnostic service information
- Diagnosing engine control systems
- Fault code diagnostics
- Utilization of various diagnostic tools
Reference Materials
Instructor-approved textbook and materials
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Communication
- Information Literacy
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 3/25/2021
Last Reviewed: 3/25/2021
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