AT 205 - Automotive Engines & Cooling Systems

Credits: 8
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 44
Lab Hours: 88
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Operation, diagnosis, service and repair of automotive engines, including discussion of internal components, diagnosis of engine related problems, cooling system operation and diagnosis, and repair procedures. Engine rebuilding techniques and performance modifications will be discussed. Proper use and care of precision tools and equipment included.

Prerequisite: AT 133 with a D grade or higher; and concurrent enrollment in AT 206 and AT 218.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Conduct safe practices around engine and cooling system service hazards while working in the lab.
Correctly define engine and cooling system components and their function by identifying and explaining their operation.
Diagnose cooling system problems on live vehicles.
Correctly repair cooling system problems and perform cooling system services on live vehicles.
Correctly repair cooling system problems and perform cooling system services on live vehicles.
Perform precision measurements of engine components using various measuring tools to obtain accurate measurements and calculated clearances to specification.
Accurately identify and diagnose engine leaks and noises on live vehicles.
Repair a variety of engine related problems by performing live vehicle repairs.

Course Contents

Shop safety and fundamentals of engine operation.
Precision measuring and engine formulas.
Design, operation, inspection and service of engine blocks.
Design, operation, inspection and service of crankshafts and balance shafts.
Design, operation, inspection and service of cylinder heads and cylinder head components.
Design, operation, inspection and service of camshafts and valvetrain components, including timing belts and chains.
Design, operation, inspection and service of pistons, rings and connecting rods.
Engine cleaning and assembly techniques.
Engine lubrication and break-in procedures.
Engine gaskets, seals and hardware.
Engine noise diagnosis.
Engine leak diagnosis.
Operation, diagnosis and repair of cooling system radiators, water pumps and thermostats; cooling system flushing.
Operation, diagnosis and repair of engine cooling fans, belts, and hoses.

Instructional Units: 10