VICTOR VALLEY COLLEGE SYLLABUS
AUTO 51A Engine Repair FALL 2015
COURSE NO.: AUTO 51A
SECTION NO.:
COURSE TITLE: ENGINE REPAIR
56579
CLASS HOURS:
INSTRUCTOR NAME:
ROOM NO.:
UNITS: 4.0
PRISON
DAYS:
MR. WELLER / MR. BARKLOW
FALL CALENDAR
FALL Term Begins
Labor Day
Columbus Day
FALL Term Ends
August 11
September 7
October 12
October 22
Schedule subject to change to meet prison schedule
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
NOTE – See instructor for current information on drop dates.
STATEMENT OF ACCESS: Students with special needs are encouraged to meet with instructors to discuss the opportunity
for academic accommodation and referral to Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) and services per
Administrative Procedure (AP 3440)
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Prerequisite:
None
Textbook:
Automotive Engines, 8th edition, James Halderman, Pearson
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Course Description:
This course provides the student with the knowledge necessary to diagnose
and repair engines. Information covered will include diagnosis and repair of
cylinder head and valve train, engine block, lubrication, cooling systems, and
general engine assembly.
Course Objectives:
1. Identify safety hazards in an auto shop.
2. Describe the function of a four stroke engine.
3. Explain the differences in engine construction.
4. Compare the differences between cylinder head and valve train malfunctions.
5. Identify causes of lubrication and cooling system deficiency.
6. Diagnose internal engine problems.
7. Apply proper engine disassembly and reassembly procedures.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course the student can:
1. Safely and responsibly perform automotive repairs while minimizing
negative impact on the environment.
2. Disassemble, evaluate, repair and reassemble automotive engines
and their related components.
Attendance Policy: (Class attendance is not a measure of performance or proficiency. Whether a student is just physically
present in the class is not a valid basis for grading. Reference Title 5 Section 55002 of the California Code of Regulations: (A)
Grading Policy. The course provides for measurement of student performance in terms of stated course objectives and
culminates in a formal, permanently recorded grade based upon uniform standards in accordance with section 55758 of this
Division. The grade is based on demonstrated proficiency in the subject matter and the ability to demonstrate that
proficiency, at least in part, by means of written expression that may include essays, or, in courses where the curriculum
committee deems them to be appropriate, by problem solving exercises or skills demonstrations by students.)
Grading Policy:
A = 100 – 90 % B = 89 – 80 % C = 79 – 70% D = 69 – 60% F = 59% or below
Certificate will be provided to the student that earns a grade of 70% or higher. All grades will be based on points
accumulated throughout the course. Class homework is 30% of the total grade. All lab assignments will have a total
accumulation of 10% of the total grade. Quizzes will be 30% of the total grade. Exams are 30% of the total grade.
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Student Requirements
In order to accomplish the course objective, the student will be required to read the book
and complete all class and lab assignments assigned by the instructor. Participation in
class and regular attendance is also expected. Due to the environment of the prison, the
schedule of the assignment due dates will be subject to change according to the prison
functions and their effect on the calendar of the course. The instructor’s flexibility will be
determined by the needs of the student and/or Federal Prison institutions.
Description of Assignments:
At the beginning of each chapter, there is a section labeled “Key Terms” it is the
responsibility of the student to write these words down with their corresponding
definitions. At the end of each chapter, there is a section of “Review Questions”. It is
expected of the student to answer these prompts with a short answer, a long wordy
answer is not necessary. A section “Chapter Quiz” questions (ASE-Style Review
Questions) can also be found at the end of each chapter; these too must be completed
by the student.
If a student comes across information they do not understand, it is important that the
student bring it up in class for clarification. The assignments at the end of the chapter
are to be completed.
Description of Lab Assignments will be provided at a later date by your instructor
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AUTO 51A Schedule:
Week 1
Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4
Week 2
Chapters 5, 6, 7, 8
Week 3
Chapters 9, 10, 11, 12
Week 4
Chapters 13, 14, 15
Week 5
Chapters 16, 17, 18
Week 6
Midterm Review / Midterm Exam
Class meeting days and times change see instructor.
Week 7
Chapters 19, 20, 21, 22
Week 8
Chapters 23, 24, 25
Week 9
Chapters 26, 27, 28
Week 10
Chapters 29, 30, 31
Week 11
Chapters 32, 33, 34, 35
Week 12
Final Review / Final Exam
Subject to change
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