Auto 99A

Course Description:

The first class in the Auto 99 Program is 99A which consists of the fundamentals of basic electricity, building of circuits, battery testing including the VAT-40 as well as modern conductance type testers used in most dealerships.  From there, we move to starting systems which includes "no-start, no-crank" diagnosis, including Anti-Theft Systems and diagnosis.  Next is charging systems, which consists of system operation as well as diagnosis of alternators, circuits and voltage regulators.  During the first six weeks of class, students will have extensive training in Digital Storage Oscilloscope (DSO) usage in which they will use throughout the entire school year. 

Preparation for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) examination in area A6.

  Auto 99A Course Outline

 Required Text:  Diagnosis and Troubleshooting of Automotive Electrical, Electronic and  Computer Systems 6th Edition.  Author James Halderman.

ISBN-13:  9780132551557

                                

Required Text: NATEF Correlated Task Sheets for Diagnosis and Troubleshooting of Automotive Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Systems, 6th Edition

ISBN-13:  9780132552202

  Syllabus:  Instructor will issue both syllabi.