Introduction
to the Automobile is a great class for anyone that drives or plans to drive a
car. This is a one-semester course that
introduces the students to the automobile and the auto service industry. It is intended to give the student enough
information to make good decisions when servicing and purchasing a vehicle, as well as
choosing a position in the auto industry as a career.
Units of
Instruction
I.
Introduction/
Component and Tool Identification/ Shop Safety
II.
Safety
Inspections/ Maintenance Schedules
III.
Basic
Engine Operation
IV.
Cooling
Systems
V.
Wheels
and Tires
VI.
Braking
Systems
VII.
Charging
and Starting Systems
VIII.
Ignition
Systems
IX.
Fuel
Systems