Automotive Technology Fundamentals
Introduction to Automotive Technology56Automotive Systems58Automotive Tools and Equipment54Engine Components and Operation53Engine Performance55Engine Diagnosis and Repair53Transmission Types and Operation52Driveline Components51Transmission and Driveline Diagnosis and Repair52Brake Systems53Suspension Systems52Brakes and Suspension Diagnosis and Repair57Electrical Fundamentals52Automotive Electrical Components50Electrical Diagnosis and Repair54Heating and Air Conditioning Systems57Heating and Air Conditioning Components51Heating and Air Conditioning Diagnosis and Repair50
Automotive Engine Performance
Engine Types and Configurations54Engine Components and Functions51Engine Operating Principles51Fuel Systems51Air Intake and Exhaust Systems51Fuel and Air Mixture Control51Ignition Systems54Timing Systems55Engine Management Systems59Engine Performance Testing52Engine Troubleshooting52Engine Repair and Maintenance52
Automotive Transmissions and Drivetrains
Types of Transmissions52Drivetrain Components56Transmission and Drivetrain Operation53Components of a Manual Transmission51Shifting a Manual Transmission58Troubleshooting Manual Transmission Problems52Types of Automatic Transmissions50Operation of an Automatic Transmission51Troubleshooting Automatic Transmission Problems55Axles50Driveshafts51Differentials51Identifying Driveline Vibrations36Diagnosing Driveline Noises52Repairing Driveline Components51
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Types of HVAC Systems50Components of an HVAC System52Refrigerants and Their Properties50Site Selection and Preparation54Equipment Installation50Electrical Wiring and Connections58Regular Maintenance Procedures55Troubleshooting Common HVAC Problems53Advanced Troubleshooting Techniques54Load Calculations54Equipment Selection50Ductwork Design50
Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair
Engine Diagnosis58Engine Disassembly and Assembly51Cylinder Head Repair53Piston and Ring Replacement59Connecting Rod and Crankshaft Repair57Electrical Theory and Troubleshooting54Battery and Charging System53Starting System54Lighting and Signaling Systems53Instrument Cluster and Gauges55Brake Theory and Troubleshooting52Brake Inspection and Adjustment59Brake Repair52Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS)54Suspension Theory and Troubleshooting55Suspension Inspection and Adjustment52Steering System54Tire and Wheel Service53Heating and Air Conditioning Theory55Heating and Air Conditioning Inspection and Diagnosis55Heating and Air Conditioning Repair58
Diesel Engines
Diesel Engine Basics56Diesel Fuel Systems55Diesel Engine Air Systems54Diesel Engine Lubrication Systems51Diesel Engine Cooling Systems50Diesel Engine Diagnostics54Diesel Engine Overhaul55Diesel Engine Troubleshooting55Diesel Engine Performance Testing51Diesel Engine Emissions53Environmental Regulations58Emission Control Technologies51
Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
History and Evolution of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles57Types of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles53Advantages and Disadvantages of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles57Electric Motors and Generators50Batteries for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles53Power Electronics and Control Systems57Charging and Discharging of Batteries49Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles52Environmental Impact of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles52
Safety and Environmental Regulations
Importance of Safety in the Automotive Industry58Overview of Environmental Regulations50Types of PPE56Proper Use and Maintenance of PPE52General Shop Safety Rules54Specific Hazards in Automotive Repair51Clean Air Act47Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)54Fire Safety53First Aid and Medical Emergencies50