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IAST 2020: Advanced Electric/Electronics
Effective date
September 2019
Department
Auto Serv Tech Diploma Intl
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students learn about advanced electronic systems and diagrams, advanced electrical test equipment, computer control systems and multiplex and network systems. Topics include advanced electronic components, advanced diagnostic procedures used for troubleshooting and testing advanced electrical signals.
Credits
5.0
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify and describe the design and operation of advanced electronic components
- Describe electrical signal types
- Describe the design and layout of advanced wiring diagrams identifying symbols and components
- Understand the importance of following a diagnostic process
- Describe diagnostic procedures
- Describe troubleshooting recourses for technicians
- Describe and use diverse types of electrical testing equipment
- Identify the components and describe the operation of computer control systems
- Identify the components and describe the operation of multiplex and network computer control systems
- Describe the operation of multiplexed electronic system
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 100
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Total Hours: 125
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Total Hours: 125
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
- Advanced electronic components
- Electrical signals
- Advanced wiring diagrams
- Diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting resources
- Electrical testing equipment
- Computer control systems
- Multiplex and network computer control systems
- Exhaust gas analysis
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.