ATEC1636 Advanced Vehicle Systems

This course will focus on Advanced Vehicle Systems operation, diagnosis, and repair. Students will be introduced to new high technology vehicle systems present on current vehicles. Future vehicle systems will also be discussed to prepare the student to work on emerging technology.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ATEC1625 or instructor approval

Course Requirements and Evaluation

Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.

Learning Outcomes

The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Evaluate Automated Drivers Assist System (ADAS) operation, and determine necessary actions
Analyze vehicle telematics systems, and determine necessary actions
Utilize scan tools and oscilloscopes in diagnosing ADAS and telematics in vehicle system components
Utilize service information to perform a step-by-step diagnostic procedure
Demonstrate compliance with current automotive industry safety and environmental standards
Perform vehicle repairs in accordance with industry standards
Analyze the different vehicle module communication protocols
Diagnose module communication and wiring failures
Describe different module communication waveform patterns

Text and References

A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the campus store and in eServices.

Course Scheduling

The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty-two hours for each lab credit, and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE).  Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations, or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals.  Refer to the Course Credits section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.

Accommodations Statement

Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html

Campus

Brooklyn Park Campus and Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300

Credit Details

Lecture:

2

Lab:

1