SRJC Course Outlines

12/22/2024 4:45:13 AMAUTO 51 Course Outline as of Fall 2005

Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION

Discipline and Nbr:  AUTO 51Title:  AUTO ENGINES  
Full Title:  Automotive Engines
Last Reviewed:2/24/2020

UnitsCourse Hours per Week Nbr of WeeksCourse Hours Total
Maximum7.00Lecture Scheduled5.0017.5 max.Lecture Scheduled87.50
Minimum7.00Lab Scheduled7.0017.5 min.Lab Scheduled122.50
 Contact DHR0 Contact DHR0
 Contact Total12.00 Contact Total210.00
 
 Non-contact DHR0 Non-contact DHR Total0

 Total Out of Class Hours:  175.00Total Student Learning Hours: 385.00 

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  39 - Total 2 Times
Also Listed As: 
Formerly: 

Catalog Description:
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Lecture, demonstration and practical lab experience in the study of the operation, troubleshooting, and overhaul of most current types of automobile engines. Emphasis on the proper use of tools and equipment. Formerly Auto 51 and Auto 51L.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:


Recommended Preparation:
Course Completion of AUTO 52 OR Course Completion of AUTO 155 ( or AUTO 53) OR Course Completion of AUTO 154 ( or AUTO 54)

Limits on Enrollment:

Schedule of Classes Information
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Lecture, demonstration, and practical lab experience in the study of the operation, troubleshooting, and overhaul of most current types of automobile engines. Emphasis on the proper use of tools and equipment. Formerly auto 51 and Auto 51L.
(Grade Only)

Prerequisites:
Recommended:Course Completion of AUTO 52 OR Course Completion of AUTO 155 ( or AUTO 53) OR Course Completion of AUTO 154 ( or AUTO 54)
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;
Repeatability:39 - Total 2 Times

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:Effective:Inactive:
 Area:
 
CSU GE:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
IGETC:Transfer Area Effective:Inactive:
 
CSU Transfer:TransferableEffective:Fall 1981Inactive:Fall 2018
 
UC Transfer:Effective:Inactive:
 
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course



COURSE CONTENT

Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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Students will be able to identify engine components and explain the
operation of an automobile engine. Diagnose engine problems and repair
automobile engines. The student should be able to pass the A.S.E. Engine
Repair Certification exam, and enter the automotive trade as an apprentice
level technician specializing in engine repairs

Topics and Scope
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This course will provide classroom instruction relating to the diagnosis
and repair of the following:
1.  Engine Basics
2.  Engine Repair Tools, Fasteners, and Safety Information
3.  Reference Materials
4.  Engine Removal
5.  Engine Disassembly and Cleaning
6.  Measurements and Inspection
7.  Cylinder Heads and Valve Service
8.  Camshafts and Valve Train Service
9.  Cylinder Block Preparation
10.  Crankshaft and Bearing Service
11.  Piston and Connecting Rod Service
12.  Gaskets, Sealants, and Engine Assembly
13.  Engine Installation and Operation
14.  In-Car Engine Repair and Maintenance

Assignments:
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Students will be required to keep a notebook of all class
assignments and class notes. In the laboratory at the completion of each
unit students will demonstrate through performance exams and lab exercises
the ability to perform each procedure involved in rebuilding an automotive
engine.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.Writing
0 - 0%
None
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because problem solving assessments and skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.Problem Solving
5 - 10%
Lab reports, Exams
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.Skill Demonstrations
30 - 40%
Class performances, Performance exams
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.Exams
35 - 45%
Multiple choice, Matching items, Completion
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.Other Category
10 - 15%
Attendance


Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Automotive Engines, 3rd Ed., Gilles, T., Delmar Publications,1996

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