MINNESOTA WEST COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE
COURSE OUTLINE
Faculty are required to have the outline submitted to the Academic Affairs Office. The
course outline is the form used for approval of new courses by the College-wide
Curriculum Committee.
DEPT.: Auto
COURSE NO.: AUTO 2121
COURSE TITLE: Engine Performance II
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: A8 Engine Performance II
This course will prepare students with the necessary skills to diagnose and repair all
systems related to engine performance. It teaches the theory and repair of automotive
engine systems. It includes ignition systems, emission controls, electronic engine
controls, and engine performance diagnosis. 5 credits (2 lecture, 3 lab) 128 hours
AUDIENCE: Second year Auto students
FULFILLS MN TRANSFER CURRICULUM AREA(S) (Leave blank if not applicable)
Area : by meeting the following competencies:
Area : by meeting the following competencies:
Area : by meeting the following competencies:
PREREQUISITES OR NECESSARY ENTRY SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE: NA
LENGTH OF COURSE: 24 days @ 6 hours a day = 144 hours
THIS COURSE IS USUALLY OFFERED:
Every year X Every other year
Fall X Spring
Summer Undetermined
Four goals are emphasized in course at Minnesota West Community & Technical
College:
ACADEMIC CONTENT: This course will prepare students with the necessary skills to
diagnose and repair all systems related to engine performance. It teaches the theory and
repair of automotive engine systems. It includes ignition systems, emission controls,
electronic engine controls, and engine performance diagnosis.
THINKING SKILLS:
A. To use different situations to diagnose & troubleshoot problems in computer system.
B. To be able to think through how all of the internal components of the computer
system work
COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:
A. Participation in class discussion.
B. Complete written reports and assignments
C. To improve oral communications skills through class presentations
HUMAN DIVERSITY:
A. To understand the roles of the technician in communicating with a diverse
population.
B. To work effectively in teams comprised of diverse backgrounds.
C. To express personal philosophies on diverse issues.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED:
GM computer system fundaments
Sensors, throttle body injection, port fuel injection
Scanners
OBD II
Diagnosing and repair of GM computer systems
LIST OF EXPECTED COURSE OUTCOMES:
LEARNING/TEACHING TECHNIQUES used in the course are:
X Collaborative Learning
X Problem Solving
Student Presentations
Interactive Lectures
Creative Projects
Individual Coaching
X Lecture
X Films/Videos/Slides
X Demonstrations
X Lab
ASSIGNMENTS AND ASSESSMENTS FOR THIS CLASS INCLUDE:
X Reading
X Tests
X Individual Projects
Oral Presentations
X Worksheets
Collaborative Projects
X Textbook Problems
Papers
Portfolio
Group Problems
Term Paper
Other (describe below)
EXPECTED STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:
Manage resources, skills and information
Solve problems
Work interdependently
Use technology
Experience and pursue rigorous learning and complete performance standards
Be able to diagnose and repair vehicles.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
For every task in Engine Performance the following safety requirement must be
strictly enforced:
Comply with personal and environmental safety practices associated with clothing;
eye protection; hand tools; power equipment; proper ventilation; and the handling,
storage, and disposal of chemicals/materials in accordance with local, state, and
federal safety and environmental regulations.
VIII. ENGINE PERFORMANCE
A General Engine Diagnosis
1.
Identify and interpret engine performance concern; determine necessary
action.
2.
Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as engine
management system operation, vehicle service history, service
precautions, and technical service bulletins.
3.
Locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification numbers
(VIN, vehicle certification labels, and calibration decals).
4.
Inspect engine assembly for fuel, oil, coolant, and other leaks; determine
necessary action.
5.
Diagnose abnormal engine noise or vibration concerns; determine
necessary action.
6.
Diagnose abnormal exhaust color, odor, and sound; determine necessary
action.
7.
Perform engine absolute (vacuum/boost) manifold pressure tests;
determine necessary action.
8.
Perform cylinder power balance test; determine necessary action.
9.
Perform cylinder compression tests; determine necessary action.
10.
Perform cylinder leakage test; determine necessary action.
11.
Diagnose engine mechanical, electrical, electronic, fuel, and ignition
concerns with an oscilloscope and/or engine diagnostic equipment;
determine necessary action.
12.
Prepare 4 or 5 gas analyzer; inspect and prepare vehicle for test, and
obtain exhaust readings; interpret readings, and determine necessary
action.
13.
Verify engine operating temperature; determine necessary action.
14.
Perform cooling system pressure tests; check coolant condition; inspect
and test radiator, pressure cap, coolant recovery tank, and hoses; perform
necessary action.
15.
Verify correct camshaft timing.
VIII. ENGINE PERFORMANCE
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P-2
B. Computerized Engine Controls Diagnosis and Repair
1.
Retrieve and record stored OBD I diagnostic trouble codes; clear codes. P-2
2.
Retrieve and record stored OBD II diagnostic trouble codes; clear codes. P-1
3.
Diagnose the causes of emissions or driveability concerns resulting from P-1
malfunctions in the computerized engine control system with stored
diagnostic trouble codes.
4.
Diagnose emissions or driveability concerns resulting from malfunctions P-1
in the computerized engine control system with no stored diagnostic
trouble codes; determine necessary action.
5.
Check for module communication errors using a scan tool.
P-2
6.
Inspect and test computerized engine control system sensors, power train P-1
control module (PCM), actuators, and circuits using a graphing multimeter (GMM)/digital storage oscilloscope (DSO); perform necessary
action.
7.
Obtain and interpret scan tool data.
P-1
8.
Access and use service information to perform step-by-step diagnosis.
P-1
9.
Diagnose driveability and emissions problems resulting from malfunctions P-3
of interrelated systems (cruise control, security alarms, suspension
controls, traction controls, A/C, automatic transmissions, non-OEMinstalled accessories, or similar systems); determine necessary action.
C. Ignition System Diagnosis and Repair
1.
Diagnose ignition system related problems such as no-starting, hard
P-1
starting, engine misfire, poor driveability, spark knock, power loss, poor
mileage, and emissions concerns on vehicles with electronic ignition
(distributorless) systems; determine necessary action.
2.
Diagnose ignition system related problems such as no-starting, hard
P-1
starting, engine misfire, poor driveability, spark knock, power loss, poor
mileage, and emissions concerns on vehicles with distributor ignition (DI)
systems; determine necessary action.
3.
Inspect and test ignition primary circuit wiring and solid state
P-2
components; perform necessary action.
4.
Inspect, test and service distributor.
P-3
5.
Inspect and test ignition system secondary circuit wiring and components; P-2
perform necessary action.
6.
Inspect and test ignition coil(s); perform necessary action.
P-1
7.
Check and adjust ignition system timing and timing advance/retard (where P-3
applicable).
8.
Inspect and test ignition system pick-up sensor or triggering devices;
P-1
perform necessary action.
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