AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY II - BRAKES

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1 CBEDS TITLE: AUTOMOTIVE MECHANICS, COMBINATION CBEDS NO: 5655 HOURS: Total 270 Classroom 130 Laboratory/Pre-clinical 140 /CVE 0 DATE: July 11, 2008 JOB TITLE: DOT CODES: JOB TITLE: DOT CODES: Auto Service Techs Automotive Master Mechanic Transportation Mgrs Service Station Attendants COURSE DESIPTION: This course is designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive service industry. The program consists of four modules: brakes, suspension, electrical, engine performance--with each one s topic and based on ASE standards. One module is covered each semester until the program is complete. Through this program students will explore automotive service technician career fields from the perspective of an entry-level employee. The ROP auto mechanics program is a course driven by industry standards. The combination of these four semester-long course sections serves to provide students with a good working base and overview of the standards and requirements needed for occupations in today s automotive service industry. PREREQUISITES: None METHOD OF STUDENT EVALUATION: Pre and Post test Student Projects Written work Observation record of student performance Completion of assignments and worksheets METHOD OF INSTRUCTION: Lecture Group and individual applied projects Demonstration Field Trips Guest Speaker TEXTS USED: PRIMARY: Fundamentals of Service, Welding; 2002, John Deere Publishing Fundamentals of Service, Engines; 2003, John Deere Publishing SUPPLEMENTAL:

2 I. INTRODUCTION II. III. A. Course Goals, Objectives and Expectations B. Class Policies and Procedure CAREER PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT A. Students understand how to make effective decisions, use career information, and manage personal career plans: 1. Identify the personal qualifications, interests, aptitudes, knowledge, and s necessary to succeed in careers. 2. List opportunities and requirements for education, training, and licensure. 3. Develop a career plan that is designed to reflect career interests, pathways, and postsecondary options. 4. Identify the role and function of professional organizations, industry, associations, and organized labor in a productive society. 5. Identify past, present, and future career trends. 6. Identify important strategies for selfpromotion in the hiring process, such as job search, applications, cover letter, résumé writing, interviewing s, and preparation of a portfolio. TECHNOLOGY A. Students know how to use contemporary and emerging technological resources in diverse and changing personal, community, and workplace environments: 1. Identify past, present, and future technological advances as they relate to a chosen career pathway. 2. Use technological resources to gain access to, manipulate, and produce information, products, and services. 3. Discuss the influence of current and emerging technology on selected segments of the economy

3 IV. PROBLEM SOLVING AND ITICAL THINKING A. Students understand how to create alternative solutions by using critical and creative thinking s, such as logical reasoning, analytical thinking, and problemsolving techniques: 1. Apply appropriate problem-solving strategies and critical thinking s to work-related issues and tasks. 2. Utilize systematic problem-solving models that incorporate input, process, outcome, and feedback components. 3. Use critical thinking s to make informed decisions and solve problems. 4. Apply decision-making s to achieve balance in the multiple roles of personal, home, work and community life. 5.0 V. HEALTH & SAFETY A. Students understand health and safety policies, procedures, regulations, and practices, including the use of equipment and handling of hazardous materials: 1. Identify the policies, procedures, and regulations regarding health and safety in the workplace, including employers and employees responsibilities. 2. Identify critical elements of health and safety practices related to storing, cleaning, and maintaining tools, equipment, and supplies. 6.0 VI. RESPONSIBILITY AND FLEXIBILITY A. Students know the behaviors associated with the demonstration of responsibility and flexibility in personal, workplace, and community settings: 1. Demonstrate the qualities and behaviors that constitute a positive and professional work demeanor. 2. Demonstrate personal responsibility Discuss the need to adapt to varied roles and responsibilities. 4. Discuss how individual actions can affect the larger community.

4 VII. VIII. IX. ETHICS AND LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES A. Students understand professional, ethical, and legal behavior consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational norms: 1. Identify the major local, district, state, and federal regulatory agencies and entities that affect the industry and how they enforce laws and regulations. 2. Demonstrate the concept and application of ethical and legal behavior consistent with workplace standards. 3. Discuss the role of personal integrity and ethical behavior in the workplace. LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORK A. Students understand effective leadership styles, key concepts of group dynamics, team and individual decision making, the benefits of workforce diversity, and conflict resolution: 1. Identify the characteristics and benefits of teamwork, leadership, and citizenship in the school, community, and workplace settings. 2. Discuss the ways in which professional associations, such as Skills USA, and competitive career development activities enhance academic s, promote career choices, and contribute to employability. 3. Discuss the benefits of teamwork. 4. Demonstrate multiple approaches to conflict resolution and their appropriateness for a variety of situations in the workplace. 5. Demonstrate respect for individual and cultural differences, and for the attitudes and feelings of others. 6. Communicate ideas to justify positions, persuade and convince others, confirm responsibility, and evaluate existing policies and procedures. AUTOMOTIVE BRAKE SYSTEMS A. Automotive Brake Systems 1. Explore the fundamental principles of hydraulic brake system operation (introduction). a. basic physics Reading: 2.1 Oral: 1.1 Speaking: 1.4, 1.8 Mathematics:

5 X. b. mechanics and forces c. thermodynamics d. chemical reactions e. chemical and physical properties B. Disc and Drum Brake System Operation 1. Explore the operating principles of disc and drum brakes. a. disc and drum brake components 2. Investigate power assist operation. 3. Examine ABS system operation. a. antilock brake system components b. microprocessors C. Brake Fluid Properties and Processes 1. Examine the selection and handling of brake fluids. a. safety procedures b. hazard recognition c. chemical reactions d. regulations 2. Bleed brake systems. DIAGNOSING & DETERMINING DISC & DRUM BRAKE SERVICE A. Diagnosing and Determining Needed Disc and Drum Brake Service 1. Investigate schematics and reference materials. a. blueprints and diagrams 2. Examine the scientific process of brake diagnosis. a. problem solving and decision making b. units of measurement 3. Explore the brake inspection process. 4. Examine wheel bearing service and adjustment. B. Servicing Hydraulic System Components 1. Explore master cylinder service. 2. Explore hydraulic brake line service. 3. Examine brake switches and valves. C. Servicing Disc Brake Components 1. Investigate caliper service. 2. Explore the servicing of disc brake rotors. a. general housekeeping D. Drum Brake Service 1. Investigate servicing drum brake systems. 2. Review servicing brake drums. E. Diagnosing Power-Assist Units Reading: 2.1, 2.3 Oral: 1.1 Speaking: , Mathematics:

6 1. Examine pneumatic (vacuum) power brake boosters. 2. Examine hydraulic power brake boosters. F. Antilock Brake System (ABS) Operation 1. Diagnose antilock brake systems. 2. Explore ABS component service. a. hazard prevention G. Working with Others/Mentor Module 1. Examine workplace interpersonal s. a. teamwork b. listening c. self-management of self concept 2. Examine positive attitudes--personal and professional. a. information and s required in career planning b. work journal c. task list