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IAST 1030: Automotive Methods
Effective date
September 2019
Department
Auto Serv Tech Diploma Intl
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students learn metallurgic repair methods and automotive troubleshooting which are the focus of this course. Topics include GMAW methods, Oxy-Acetylene brazing, heat fusion, and other metallurgic repair methods. Additional topics include automotive troubleshooting and problem solving.
Credits
4.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the importance of following a diagnostic process
- Describe general diagnostic procedures including manufacturer's procedures where available
- Describe the importance of failure analysis
- Describe oxy-acetylene components
- Demonstrate oxy-acetylene procedures
- Describe MIG (GMAW) welding components and methods
- Demonstrate MIG (GMAW) welding procedures
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 50
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 50
Total Hours: 100
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 50
Total Hours: 100
Instructional Strategies
Classroom activities are lectures, demonstrations, audio-visual presentations and exercises. Practical experience takes place in an active shop setting. The extensive workshop experience provides reinforcement of theoretical concepts, develops hand skills, and familiarity with repair procedures, electronic equipment and standard safety procedures. All modules are designed to enable the student to work independently and in groups.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
70%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
70 |
Students are given m/c quizzes and tests throughout the course to assess their theoretical knowledge |
|
Lab Work |
30 |
Practical knowledge & skills are evaluated in the shop while students work on training aids & customer cars |
Course topics
- Diagnostic procedures and failure analysis
- Oxy-acetylene components and procedures
- MIG (GMAW) welding components, methods and procedures
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.