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Basic Electrical Systems Fundamentals AUTO 0053

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Registration is now open for the Fall 2026 term.

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Course Overview

This course introduces students to the fundamental skills to service, repair, and diagnose basic automotive electrical systems.

Prerequisite(s)

50% in AUTO 1500 or 50% in AUTO 1020

Credits

0.0

Registration requirements

Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.

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Domestic fees

$417.61

International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.

Learning Outcomes

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

Interpret basic wiring and electrical systems
Diagnose, repair, and service 12-volt batteries
Inspect and replace exterior lamps
Demonstrate basic scan tool functions

Effective as of Spring/Summer 2026

Course Offerings

Spring/Summer 2026

Spring/Summer 2026

Below is one offering of AUTO 0053 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.

CRN 70778

Dates

Aug 03 - Aug 14 Loading

CRN 70778
$417.61 Domestic fees

Class meeting times

Dates	Days	Times	Locations
Aug 03 - Aug 07	N/A	N/A	Online
Aug 10 - Aug 14	Mon - Fri	15:30 - 18:30	Burnaby

Duration

2 weeks

Instructor

TBD

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Important information

This is course for AUTO & ASTO students ONLY.

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