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AUTI 141 - Engine Fundamentals and Repair


PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: AUTI 100 - Basic Automotive Service .

PROGRAM: Automotive Service
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019

This course focuses on repair techniques for today’s engines. The course will utilize precision measuring tools, specialized tools and equipment, and emphasize following prescribed procedures needed to properly repair today’s modern engine. This course also presents engine theory and operation and studies the various engine designs utilized today. In addition, this course will prepare students to take a nationally recognized certification exam.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Identify tools used for common engine repair. (a,h,i)
  2. Describe the major engine operating systems and their function. (b,e,f)
  3. Identify engine configurations. (e,f,g)
  4. Describe engine components and their functions. (e,f,g)
  5. Describe engine lubricants and sealing systems. (e,f,g)
  6. Demonstrate use of precision measuring equipment. (a,b,e,f,g,i)
  7. Describe fasteners and torque requirements and procedures. (e,f)
  8. Inspect cylinder long block components and determine needed repairs. (e,f)
  9. Properly install camshaft and timing chain(s) and /or belts. (a,b,e,f)
  10. Disassemble and reassemble engine to industry standards. (a,b,e,f,h)
  11. R & R engine assembly. (a,b,e,f)
  12. Attain readiness to take Snap on Torque Electrical Certification exam. (b,c)
  13. Attain readiness to take Snap on Torque Mechanical Certification exam. (b,c)


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Engine Systems, Configurations, Operation
  • Engine Repair and Service
  • Engine Timing Belt/ Chain Service
  • Cylinder Head Service
  • Engine Removal and Installation
  • Engine Tools, Fasteners, Sealers, Measurement Devices

 
GRADING POLICY

A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59

 
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)