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Electrical and Electronic Diagnostic Fundamentals AUTO 1175

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

​Starting with development of a fundamental understanding of electrical circuits and electrical and electronic components, this course develops the capacity to interpret circuit configuration and employ an effective diagnostic strategy to identify basic circuit failures. 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)

  • No prerequisites are required for this course.

Credits

2.0

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Learning Outcomes

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

  • Define electrical terminologies,
  • Explain how voltage, current and resistance is applied/distributed throughout series and parallel circuits,
  • Demonstrate efficient and effective meter use,
  • Describe semi-conductor components and operating principles,
  • Interpret automotive wiring diagrams,
  • Develop and apply effective electrical diagnostic strategy.

Effective as of Fall 2021

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