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Advanced Electrical Diagnostic Techniques AUTO 3175

Automotive Mechanics Course

International Fees

International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Course details

​Move beyond standard electrical resistance and available voltage testing procedures. Thinking outside of the workshop manual and develop your advanced diagnostic skills utilizing alternative circuit testing methods, lab scope and network system diagnostic techniques. This course is suitable for both professional technicians and apprentices. In addition to the 24 hours of instructor guided course delivery, each week students are assigned approximately 5 additional hours of self-paced online interactive knowledge building assignments.

Prerequisite(s)

  • 70% in AUTO 1175
  • If you have not completed AUTO 1175 but have prior training on basic electrical/electronic systems, contact the department for approval to register.

Credits

2.0

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Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Perform voltage drop testing to diagnose electrical circuits,
  • Perform current testing strategies to diagnose electrical circuits,
  • Demonstrate the use of a lab-scope to test common automotive electrical signals,
  • Explain automotive network system operation,
  • Apply diagnostic techniques to diagnose automotive network system failure.

Effective as of Fall 2021

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