LEVEL 5
MODULE SPECIFICATION
Module Title:
Module code:
(if known)
Engine Management Diagnostics
Cost Centre:
ENF503
Semester(s) in which to be offered: 1
Existing/New:
New
GAME
5
Originating Academic area:
Mechanical
Engineering @ GU
Module duration (contact
hours/directed/
directed private study:
200
45/30/125
Credit Value:
Mar 2012
NA
Module Leader:
Status: core/option/elective
(identify programme where
appropriate):
Percentage taught by Subjects other than
originating Subject (please name other
Subjects):
20
JACS2 code*:
H331
With effect from:
Title of module being
replaced (if any):
Programme(s) in which to be
offered:
FdSc Vehicle Performance
Technology
Level:
Garry Roberts
Core
None
Pre-requisites per programme
(between levels):
Co-requisites per programme
(within a level):
None
None
Module Aims:
This module aims to develop knowledge and understanding of light vehicle advanced engine
diagnostics in both spark ignition and compression ignition engines.
Expected Learning Outcomes
At the end of this module, students should be able to:
Knowledge and Understanding:
1. Explain how light vehicle engine systems operate.
2. To identify the main inputs and outputs of a modern engine management system.
3. Assess the operation of different fuel injection systems, ignition systems and intake systems with
the use of human diagnostics, serial diagnostics, parallel diagnostics and mechanical diagnostics.
4. Identify and demonstrate the correct safety procedures to adopt when carrying out any fault
diagnosis.
5. Explain how to find, interpret and use sources of information.
6. Recognise the importance of recording information when diagnosing faults.
Transferable/Key Skills and other attributes:
Research and Study Skills
Communication
Employability
Information Technology
Professionalism
Indicative Assessment Task
An individual portfolio that evidences applied knowledge and skills through the effective use of
a range of specialised diagnostic equipment and interpretation of a range of results including
fault codes, oscilloscope patterns and exhaust emissions.
Assessment
Learning
Outcomes
to be met
Type of assessment
Weighting
1
1-6
Individual Portfolio
100%
Duration
(if exam)
Word count or
equivalent
if
appropriate
4,000
Learning and Teaching Strategies
Lectures / workshops will concentrate on developing knowledge, understanding and skills in
a participative and interactive environment. Students will develop their learning through both
formal teaching and case studies and a range of practical exercises, including presentations,
discussions, individual activity, group problem solving and reflective practice.
Syllabus Outline
Principles of vehicle mechanical and electrical systems operation in relation to fault finding on
specific systems including :
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electrical / mechanical component function
electrical / mechanical inputs/outputs
voltages
oscilloscope patterns
digital systems
fibre optic systems
sensors and actuators (inc application)
multiplexing
Circuit diagrams relating to systems being tested
Vehicle systems interface and interaction
Find and interpret, sources of information on vehicle specifications including limits, fits and
tolerances, diagnostic test procedures, vehicle data and repair procedures
Construction and operation of a vehicle system
How a selected vehicle system is dismantled and reassembled
How to reprogram an engine control module which needs to be replaced or updated
Bibliography
Essential Reading:
 Denton, T (2010) Advanced Automotive Fault diagnosis 3rd edition, Butterworth-Heinemann
Recommended reading:
 Bosch, R (2011) Automotive Handbook 8th edition, Wiley Blackwell