Course Details
Course Information Package
| Course Unit Title | AUTOMOTIVE WORKSHOP II | ||||||||
| Course Unit Code | AUTO208 | ||||||||
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| Number of ECTS credits allocated | 3 | ||||||||
| Learning Outcomes of the course unit | By the end of the course, the students should be able to:
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| Mode of Delivery | Face-to-face | ||||||||
| Prerequisites | AUTO101,AUTO109 | Co-requisites | NONE | ||||||
| Recommended optional program components | NONE | ||||||||
| Course Contents | - Suspension system: Illustration of the types of suspension systems available in modern vehicle and the types of universal joints. Student should be able to checking ball joints for play and bushings for wear. Using suitable equipment these parts must be replaced. Assembly/disassembly of Macpherson strut using spring compressor and checking strut mount bearing for wear. Inspection of dampers for leak and correct operation is carried. Checking springs for wear/ corrosion and determination of spring constant - Steering: Illustration of the types of steering systems available in modern vehicles together with the types of steering rods (tie rod) and ball joints. Students should be able to check all joints and bellows for wear and replace any faulty parts. Checking rack and pinion steering system for wear and play will be carried. The hydraulic system will be tested for proper operation and measurement of pump pressure and adjustment of the relief valve will take place. Also all hydraulic hoses and valves will be checked for leaks and cracks. Students will overhaul a rack and pinion power steering system changing seals and gaskets. Assembly and disassembly of steering column system. Introduction to SRS airbag systems found on steering wheels will also take place - Brakes: Students must be able to replace disc brakes and brake pads. Introduction to electrically operated hand brakes (method of replacing brake pads). Replacement of brake shoes and drums and adjusting and cleaning drum brake systems. Also adjusting of mechanical and electronic handbrake systems. Inspection for ovality on discs and drums and methods of refacing. Overhauling of master, slave cylinders and brake callipers. Inspection of flexible hoses and brake lines for wear and/or corrosion. Measurement of brake pressure on both circuits and proportionating valve effectiveness. Inspection of brake booster and check valve for proper operation. Introduction to ABS and ESP systems - Shafts: Replacement of driveshaft bellows and driveshaft constant velocity joint. - Wheel bearings: Removal, inspection, refitting and adjustment of hub bearings and seals | ||||||||
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| Planned learning activities and teaching methods | Most part of course is delivered to the students by means of lectures and tutorials conducted with the help of power point presentations and hand notes. Lecture notes and presentations are available through the web (extranet) for students to use in combination with the textbooks. Laboratory experiments: Carried out in small groups. Frequent visits to workshops. | ||||||||
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| Language of instruction | English | ||||||||
| Work placement(s) | NO | ||||||||
