Maui Community College
Course Outline
1. Alpha
AMT
Number
40B
Course Title
Fuel and Emission Systems
Credits
4
Department
Vocational/Technical Author Kyle Takushi
Date of Outline
8/4/2009
2. Course Description:
Effective Date Fall 2010
5-year Review Date 2016
Examines principles of operation, diagnosis and repair of fuel systems and
emission systems. Explains carburetion, fuel injection, supercharging,
turbocharging, fuel pumps, electronic control systems and emission controls.
Explains the use of automotive tools and testing equipments.
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Contact Hours/Type
3. Pre-requisites
8 Hours Lecture/Lab
15 weeks x 8 hrs. = 120 hrs.
ENG 19 with a grade C or better, or placement at least ENG 22, or consent.
Student must maintain a valid driver's license throughout the duration of the
automotive course of studies.
Pre-requisite may be waived by consent
Co-requisites
AS Program
AAS Program
BAS Program
no
none
Recommended Preparation
4. Function/Designation
yes
At least 10th grade reading skill or consent.
AA Category
Category
Additional Category
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Chancellor
Approval Date
Revised 6/28/2016
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Developmental/Remedial
Other/Additional: Explain:
See Curriculum Action Request (CAR) form for the college-wide general education student learning
outcomes (SLOs) and/or the program learning outcomes (PLOs) this course supports.
This course outline is standardized and/or the result of a community college or system-wide agreement.
Responsible committee:
5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs): List one to four inclusive SLOs.
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use roman numerals (I., II., III.) to designate SLOs
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
I. Decribe principles of operation of the fuel and emission systems.
II. Explain the use of automotive tools, testing equipment and safety issues for fuel and emission
systems.
III. Demonstrate principles of diagnosis, service and repair for the fuel and emission systems.
IV. Utilize the computer and other resourse to retrieve information for repairs and estimates.
6. Competencies/Concepts/Issues/Skills
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use lower case letters (a., b.…zz. )to designate competencies/skills/issues
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
a. Describe the fundamental principles of the 2 and 4 stroke engine.
b. Explain the proper use of automotive tools, testing equipment and safety issues
of fuel and emission system diagosis and repair.
c. Diagnose and test the automotive engine to determine repairs needed.
d. Identify, test and diagnose the automotive fuel delivery system.
e. Identify, test and diagnose the carburetor systme and its components.
f. Identify, test and diagnose the electronic fuel control systems, engine management input
and engine management output devices.
g. Identify the components of the supercharger and turbocharger systems.
h. Describe the functions of the supercharger and turbocharger and how they relate to engine
operation.
i. Identify the major pollutants that are being produced by the automobile and how they are
affecting the environment.
j. Identify, test and diagnose the components of the automotive emission system.
7. Suggested Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes and # 6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
1 week:
1-2 weeks:
1 week:
1 week:
3-4 weeks:
2 weeks:
1 week:
Revised 6/28/2016
Introduction to fuel and emission systems.
Engine operating principles.
Engine air/fuel requirements.
Fuel delivery Systems.
Engine control systems.
Fuel injection systems.
Supercharging and turbocharging.
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1 week:
2-3 weeks:
Variable, flexible and bi-fuel systems.
SMOG and emission systems.
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8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, and Auxiliary Materials
Appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: Fuel Systems and Emission Sytems, 5th edition
by: Chek-Chart
Appropriate reference materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: Handouts provided by instructor, Videos
Appropriate auxiliary materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: Automotive periodicals, Internet sites
9. Suggested Course Requirements and Evaluation
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and #6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the course is being offered.
Suggested requirements might include, but are not limited to:
Attendance
Classroom and Shop Management
Notebook
Automotive Tasks (shop)
Examinations (written)
10%
10%
5%
35%
40%
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10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods will vary considerably by instructor. Specific methods are at the discretion of the
instructor teaching the course and might include, but are not limited to:
a. Written exams
b. In-class excercises
c. Problem solving activities
d. Homework assignments
e. Group and individual projects
f. Class discussion
g. Guest lecturers
h. Audio and visual presentations
i. Other techniques (service learning, co-op, etc.)
11. Assessment of Intended Student Learning Outcomes Standards Grid attached
12. Additional Information:
Revised 6/28/2016
course outline