College of the Redwoods
CURRICULUM PROPOSAL
1. Course ID and Number: AT 24
2. Course Title: Engine Performance
3. Check one of the following:
New Course (If the course constitutes a new learning experience for CR students, the course is new)
Updated/revised course
If curriculum has been offered under a different discipline and/or name, identify the former course:
Should another course be inactivated? No
Title of course to be inactivated:
Yes
Inactivation date:
4. If this is an update/revision of an existing course, provide explanation of and justification for changes to this
course. Be sure to explain the reasons for any changes to class size, unit value, and prerequisites/corequisites.
Modifying outcomes to align with updated assessment plan
5. List the faculty with which you consulted in the development and/or revision of this course outline:
Faculty Member Name(s) and Discipline(s): Paul Hidy, Joe Mulleary; Automotive Technology
6. If any of the features listed below have been modified in the new proposal, indicate the “old” (current) information
and proposed changes. If a feature is not changing, leave both the “old” and “new” fields blank.
FEATURES
OLD
NEW
Course Title
Catalog Description
(Please include complete
text of old and new catalog
descriptions.)
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
An Automotive Technology
course covering theory and
principles of engine performance
related topics. Topics will include
the internal combustion process,
compression ratios, combustion
efficiency, volumetric efficiency,
airflow requirements, air-fuel
ratios, fuel delivery systems,
manifolding, electronic distributor
ignition systems, oscilloscope
waveform interpretation, ignition
timing and advance strategies.
The laboratory portion of the
course will focus on diagnosis
and repair of the following engine
performance related problems,
mechanical problems,
computerized engine control
systems, ignition systems, fuel
delivery systems, and emission
systems. The course is designed
in conjunction with Automotive
Service Excellence (ASE)
standards and subsequently, will
in part, prepare the student for the
A course covering theory and
principles of engine performance
related topics. Topics will include
the internal combustion process,
compression ratios, combustion
efficiency, volumetric efficiency,
airflow requirements, air-fuel
ratios, fuel delivery systems,
manifolding, electronic distributor
ignition systems, oscilloscope
waveform interpretation, ignition
timing and advance strategies. The
laboratory portion of the course
will focus on diagnosis and repair
of the following engine
performance related problems;
mechanical problems,
computerized engine control
systems, ignition systems, fuel
delivery systems, and emission
systems. The course is designed in
conjunction with Automotive
Service Excellence (ASE)
standards and subsequently will in
part prepare the student for the
ASE Engine Performance
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Grading Standard
ASE Engine Performance
Certification Examination.
Certification Examination.
Select
Select
Total Units
Lecture Units
Lab Units
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Recommended Preparation
Maximum Class Size
Repeatability—
Maximum Enrollments
Other
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
Updated CLOs
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College of the Redwoods
COURSE OUTLINE
1. DATE: 04-25-2011
2. DIVISION: Business and Applied Technology
3. COURSE ID AND NUMBER: AT 24
4. COURSE TITLE (appears in catalog and schedule of classes): Engine Performance
5. SHORT TITLE (appears on student transcripts; limited to 30 characters, including spaces): Engine Performance
6. LOCAL ID (TOPS): 094800 (Taxonomy of Program codes
http://www.cccco.edu/Portals/4/AA/CP%20&%20CA3/TopTax6_rev_07.doc)
7. NATIONAL ID (CIP): 47.0604 (Classification of Instructional Program codes can be found in Appendix B of the TOPS code book
http://www.cccco.edu/Portals/4/AA/CP%20&%20CA3/TopTax6_rev_07.doc)
8. Discipline(s): Select from CCC System Office Minimum Qualifications for Faculty
http://www.cccco.edu/SystemOffice/Divisions/AcademicAffairs/MinimumQualifications/MQsforFacultyandAdministrators/tabid/753/Default.aspx
Course may fit more than one discipline; identify all that apply: Automotive Technology
9. FIRST TERM NEW OR REVISED COURSE MAY BE OFFERED: Fall 2011
10. TOTAL UNITS: 4
[Lecture Units: 2 Lab Units: 2]
TOTAL HOURS: 144
[Lecture Hours: 36
Lab Hours: 108]
(1 unit lecture=18 hours; 1 unit lab=54 hours)
11. MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE: 20
12. WILL THIS COURSE HAVE AN INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FEE? No
Yes
Fee: $
(If “yes,” attach a completed “Instructional Materials Fee Request Form”—form available in Public Folders>Curriculum>Forms)
GRADING STANDARD
Letter Grade Only
Pass/No Pass Only
Is this course a repeatable lab course: No
Yes
Grade-Pass/No Pass Option
If yes, how many total enrollments?
Is this course to be offered as part of the Honors Program? No
Yes
If yes, explain how honors sections of the course are different from standard sections.
CATALOG DESCRIPTION -- The catalog description should clearly describe for students the scope of the course, its level, and what
kinds of student goals the course is designed to fulfill. The catalog description should begin with a sentence fragment.
A course covering theory and principles of engine performance related topics. Topics will include
the internal combustion process, compression ratios, combustion efficiency, volumetric
efficiency, airflow requirements, air-fuel ratios, fuel delivery systems, manifolding, electronic
distributor ignition systems, oscilloscope waveform interpretation, ignition timing and advance
strategies. The laboratory portion of the course will focus on diagnosis and repair of the following
engine performance related problems; mechanical problems, computerized engine control
systems, ignition systems, fuel delivery systems, and emission systems. The course is designed
in conjunction with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards and subsequently will in part
prepare the student for the ASE Engine Performance Certification Examination.
Special notes or advisories (e.g. field trips required, prior admission to special program required, etc.):
PREREQUISITE COURSE(S)
No
Yes
Course(s):
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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Rationale for Prerequisite:
Describe representative skills without which the student would be highly unlikely to succeed .
COREQUISITE COURSE(S)
No
Yes
Rationale for Corequisite:
Course(s):
RECOMMENDED PREPARATION
No
Yes
Course(s): Math 120
Rationale for Recommended Preparation:
1. Technical concepts involving math/science are presented.
2. Math skills required for depth of understanding.
3. Formulas involving math are presented.
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES –This section answers the question “what will students be able to do as a result of
taking this course?” State some of the objectives in terms of specific, measurable student actions (e.g. discuss, identify,
describe, analyze, construct, compare, compose, display, report, select, etc.). For a more complete list of outcome verbs please
see Public Folders>Curriculum>Help Folder>SLO Language Chart. Each outcome should be numbered.
1. Perform general engine diagnosis.
2. Diagnose and repair computerized engine controls.
3. Analyze emission systems using exhaust gas analyzers.
COURSE CONTENT–This section describes what the course is “about”-i.e. what it covers and what knowledge students will acquire
Concepts: What terms and ideas will students need to understand and be conversant with as they demonstrate course
outcomes? Each concept should be numbered.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Oscilloscope waveform interpretation, sinusoidal, digital, and irregular patterns.
Combustion processes.
Mechanical principles, leverage, ratios, proportions.
Electrical principles, Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Laws.
Critical thinking.
Issues: What primary tensions or problems inherent in the subject matter of the course will students engage? Each issue
should be numbered.
1. Small group dynamics, gender, diversity, socio-economic, and multiculturalism
sensitivity will be required at all times.
2. OSHA Requirements for health and safety will be adhered to at all times.
Themes: What motifs, if any, are threaded throughout the course? Each theme should be numbered.
1. Diagnosis by testing and data collection.
Skills: What abilities must students have in order to demonstrate course outcomes? (E.g. write clearly, use a scientific
calculator, read college-level texts, create a field notebook, safely use power tools, etc). Each skill should be numbered.
1. Perform general engine diagnosis
1.1 Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information,
customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. P-1
1.2 Identify and interpret engine performance concern; determine necessary action. P-1
1.3 Research applicable service information, such as engine management system
operation, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins.
1.4 Locate and interpret major component identification numbers (VIN, vehicle
certification labels, and calibration decals). P-1
1.5 Inspect engine assembly for fuel, oil, coolant, and other leaks; determine necessary
action. P-2
1.6 Diagnose abnormal engine noise or vibration concerns; determine necessary action.
1.7 Diagnose abnormal exhaust color, odor, and sound; determine necessary action. P-2
1.8 Perform engine absolute (vacuum/boost) manifold pressure tests; determine
necessary action. P-1
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P-1
P-2
1.9 Perform cylinder power balance test; determine necessary action. P-1
1.10 Perform cylinder cranking compression tests; determine necessary action. P-1
1.11 Perform engine running compression test; determine necessary action. P-2
1.12 Perform cylinder leakage test; determine necessary action. P-1
1.13 Diagnose engine mechanical, electrical, electronic, fuel, and ignition concerns with
an oscilloscope and engine diagnostic equipment; determine necessary action.
1.14 Prepare 4 or 5 gas analyzer; inspect and prepare vehicle for test, and obtain exhaust
readings; interpret readings, and determine necessary action. P-1
1.15 Verify engine operating temperature; determine necessary action. P-1
2. Computerized engine controls diagnosis and repair
2.1 Retrieve and record stored OBD I diagnostic trouble codes; clear codes. P-3
2.2 Retrieve and record stored OBD II diagnostic trouble codes; clear codes. when
applicable. P-1
2.3 Diagnose the causes of emissions or driveability concerns resulting from
malfunctions in the computerized engine control system with stored diagnostic
trouble codes. P-1
2.4 Diagnose emissions or driveability concerns resulting from malfunctions in the
computerized engine control system with no stored diagnostic trouble codes;
determine necessary action. P-1
2.5 Inspect and test computerized engine control system sensors, powertrain control
module (PCM), actuators, and circuits using a (DMM) digital multimeter only; perform
necessary action. P-1
2.6 Obtain and interpret scantool data. P-1
2.7 Access and use service information to perform step-by-step diagnosis. P-1
3. Perform ignition system diagnosis and repair
3.1 Diagnose ignition system related problems such as no-starting, hard starting, engine
misfire, poor driveability, spark knock, power loss, poor mileage, and emissions
concerns on vehicles with distributor ignition (DI) systems; determine necessary
action. P-1
3.2 Inspect and test ignition primary circuit wiring and solid state components; perform
necessary action. P-2
3.3 Inspect, test and service distributor. P-3
3.4 Inspect and test ignition system secondary circuit wiring and components; perform
necessary action. P-2
3.5 Inspect and test ignition coil(s); perform necessary action. P-1
3.6 Check and adjust ignition system timing and timing advance/retard (where applicable). P-3
3.7 Inspect and test ignition system pick-up sensor or triggering devices; perform
necessary action. P-1
4. Perform fuel, air induction, and exhaust systems diagnosis and repair
4.1 Diagnose hot or cold no-starting, hard starting, poor driveability, incorrect idle speed,
poor idle, flooding, hesitation, surging, engine misfire, power loss, stalling, poor
mileage, dieseling, and emissions problems on vehicles with injection-type fuel
systems; determine necessary action. P-1
4.2 Check fuel for contaminants and quality; determine necessary action. P-3
4.3 Inspect and test fuel pumps and pump control systemsfor pressure, regulation, and
volume; perform necessary action. P-1
4.4 Replace fuel filters. P-1
4.5 Inspect and test cold enrichment system and components; perform necessary action.
P-3
4.6 Inspect throttle body, air induction system, intake manifold and gaskets for vacuum
leaks and/or unmetered air. P-2
4.7 Inspect and test fuel injectors. P-1
4.8 Check idle speed. P-2
4.9 Inspect integrity of the exhaust manifold, exhaust pipes, muffler(s), catalytic
converter(s), resonator(s), tail pipe(s), and heat shield(s); perform necessary action. P-2
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4.10 Perform exhaust system back-pressure test; determine necessary action. P-1
5. Emissions control systems diagnosis and repair
5.1. Positive crankcase ventilation
5.1.1 Diagnose oil leaks, emissions, and driveability problems resulting from malfunctions
in the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system; determine necessary action. P-2
5.1.2 Inspect, test and service positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) filter/breather cap,
valve, tubes, orifices, and hoses; perform necessary action. P-2
5.2 Diagnose exhaust gas recirculation systems
5.2.1 Diagnose emissions and driveability problems caused by malfunctions in the
exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system; determine necessary action. P-1
5.2.2 Inspect, test, service and replace components of the EGR system, including EGR
tubing, exhaust passages, vacuum/pressure controls, filters and hoses; perform
necessary action. P-1
5.2.3 Inspect and test electrical/electronic sensors, controls, and wiring of exhaust gas
recirculation (EGR) systems; perform necessary action. P-2
5.3. Analyze emission systems using exhaust gas analyzers
5.3.1 Diagnose emissions and driveability problems resulting from malfunctions in the
secondary air injection and catalytic converter systems; determine necessary action. P-2
5.3.2 Inspect and test mechanical components of secondary air injection systems;
perform necessary action. P-3
5.3.3 Inspect and test electrical/electronically-operated components and circuits of air
injection systems; perform necessary action. P-3
5.3.4 Inspect and test catalytic converter performance. P-1
5.4 Test Evaporative Emissions Controls
5.4.1 Diagnose emissions and driveability problems resulting from malfunctions in the
evaporative emissions control system; determine necessary action. P-1
5.4.2 Inspect and test components and hosesof evaporative emissions control system;
perform necessary action. P-2
5.4.3 Interpret evaporative emission related diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs); determine
necessary action. P-1
REPRESENTATIVE LEARNING ACTIVITIES –This section provides examples of things students may do to engage the
course content (e.g., listening to lectures, participating in discussions and/or group activities, attending a field trip). These
activities should relate directly to the Course Learning Outcomes. Each activity should be numbered.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Listening to lectures.
Participating in discussions.
Participating in lab/skills development activities.
Researching and recording information.
Writing procedures and reports.
ASSESSMENT TASKS –This section describes assessments instructors may use to allow students opportunities to provide
evidence of achieving the Course Learning Outcomes. Each assessment should be numbered.
Representative assessment tasks (These are examples of assessments instructors could use):
Required assessments for all sections (These are assessments that are required of all instructors of all sections at all
campuses/sites. Not all courses will have required assessments. Do not list here assessments that are listed as representative assessments
above.):
1.
2.
3.
4.
Comprehensive final examination.
Complete lab skills assessments.
Complete periodic tests and quizzes.
Homework assignments.
EXAMPLES OF APPROPRIATE TEXTS OR OTHER READINGS –This section lists example texts, not required texts.
Author, Title, and Date Fields are required
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Academic Senate Approved: pending
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Author Halderman/Linder Title
Author
Title
Date
Author
Title
Date
Author
Title
Date
Automotive Fuel and Emission Control Systems 3rd Edition
Date
2012
Other Appropriate Readings:
COURSE TYPES
1. Is the course part of a Chancellor’s Office approved CR Associate Degree?
No
Yes
If yes, specify all program codes that apply. (Codes can be found in Outlook/Public Folders/All Public Folders/ Curriculum/Degree
and Certificate Programs/choose appropriate catalog year):
Required course for degree(s) AUTO.AS
Restricted elective for degree (s)
Restricted electives are courses specifically listed (i.e. by name and number) as optional courses from which students
may choose to complete a specific number of units required for an approved degree.
2.
Is the course part of a Chancellor’s Office approved CR Certificate of Achievement?
No
Yes
If yes, specify all program codes that apply. ( Codes can be found in Outlook/Public Folders/All Public Folders/ Curriculum/Degree
and Certificate Programs/choose appropriate catalog year):
Required course for certificate(s) AUTO.CA.ADV
Restricted elective for certificate(s)
Restricted electives are courses specifically listed (i.e. by name and number) as optional courses from which students may
choose to complete a specific number of units required for an approved certificate.
3.
Is the course Stand Alone?
No
Yes
(If “No” is checked for BOTH #1 & #2 above, the course is stand alone)
4.
Basic Skills: NBS Not Basic Skills
5.
Work Experience: NWE Not Coop Work Experience
6.
Course eligible Career Technical Education funding (applies to vocational and tech-prep courses only): yes
7.
Purpose: I Occupational Ed
8.
Accounting Method: W Weekly Census
9.
Disability Status: N Not a Special Class
no
CURRENT TRANSFERABILITY STATUS
This course is currently transferable to
Neither CSU nor UC
CSU as general elective credit
CSU as a specific course equivalent (see below)
If the course transfers as a specific course equivalent, give course number(s)/ title(s) of one or more currently-active,
equivalent lower division courses from CSU.
1. Course
, Campus
2. Course
, Campus
UC as general elective credit
UC as specific course equivalent
If the course transfers as a specific course equivalent, give course number(s)/ title(s) of one or more currently-active,
equivalent lower division courses from UC.
1. Course
, Campus
2. Course
, Campus
PROPOSED CSU TRANSFERABILITY (If course is currently CSU transferable, go to the next section):
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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None
General Elective Credit
Specific Course Equivalent (see below)
If specific course equivalent credit is proposed, give course number(s)/ title(s) of one or more currently-active,
equivalent lower division courses from CSU.
1. Course
, Campus
2. Course
, Campus
PROPOSED UC TRANSFERABILITY (If course is currently UC transferable, go to the next section):
None
General Elective Credit OR Specific Course Equivalent (see below)
If “General Elective Credit OR Specific Course Equivalent” box above is checked, give course number(s)/ title(s) of one
or more currently-active, equivalent lower division courses from UC.
1. Course
, Campus
2. Course
, Campus
CURRENTLY APPROVED GENERAL EDUCATION
CR
CSU
IGETC
CR GE Category:
CSU GE Category:
IGETC Category:
PROPOSED CR GENERAL EDUCATION
Rationale for CR General Education approval (including category designation):
Natural Science
Social Science
Humanities
Language and Rationality
Writing
Oral Communications
Analytical Thinking
PROPOSED CSU GENERAL EDUCATION BREADTH (CSU GE)
A. Communications and Critical Thinking
A1 – Oral Communication
A2 – Written Communication
A3 – Critical Thinking
C. Arts, Literature, Philosophy, and Foreign Language
C1 – Arts (Art, Dance, Music, Theater)
C2 – Humanities (Literature, Philosophy, Foreign
Language)
E. Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
E1 – Lifelong Understanding
E2 – Self-Development
B. Science and Math
B1 – Physical Science
B2 – Life Science
B3 – Laboratory Activity
B4 – Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
D. Social, Political, and Economic Institutions
D0 – Sociology and Criminology
D1 – Anthropology and Archeology
D2 – Economics
D3 – Ethnic Studies
D5 – Geography
D6 – History
D7 – Interdisciplinary Social or Behavioral Science
D8 – Political Science, Government and Legal Institutions
D9 – Psychology
Rationale for inclusion in this General Education category: Same as above
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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Proposed Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC)
1A – English Composition
1B – Critical Thinking-English Composition
1C – Oral Communication (CSU requirement only)
2A – Math
3A – Arts
3B – Humanities
4A – Anthropology and Archaeology
4B – Economics
4E – Geography
4F – History
4G – Interdisciplinary, Social & Behavioral Sciences
4H – Political Science, Government & Legal Institutions
4I – Psychology
4J – Sociology & Criminology
5A – Physical Science
5B – Biological Science
6A – Languages Other Than English
Rationale for inclusion in this General Education category:
Same as above
Submitted by:
Michael Richards
Tel. Ext.
Division Chair/Director: Mike Peterson
4345
Date: 04/25/2011
Review Date: 04/26/2011
CURRICULUM COMMITTEE USE ONLY
Approved by Curriculum Committee: No
Academic Senate Approval Date: 5.17.11
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
Yes
Date: 5.13.11
Board of Trustees Approval Date: 6.7.11
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