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Electrical and Electronic Diagnostic Fundamentals AUTO 1175

Automotive Mechanics Course

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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

Cost

$530.60

Course offerings

Fall 2023

Below is one offering of AUTO 1175 for the Fall 2023 term.

CRN 48130

Duration

Mon Oct 16 - Sat Nov 04 (3 weeks)

  • 3 weeks
  • CRN 48130
  • $530.60
Class meeting times
Dates Days Times Locations
Oct 16 Mon 18:00 - 21:00 Online
Oct 21 - Nov 04 Sat 08:30 - 16:00 Burnaby NE22 Rm. 106
Instructor

Eric Fry

Course outline

Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.

Cost

$530.60

Important information
  1. Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
  2. This is a blended session combines both online learning and classroom delivery; students will complete online learning modules between classroom sessions. CSA approved safety glasses and steel-toed footwear required. Classes held Monday, Oct 16 (online) PLUS 3 Saturdays on campus, Oct 21, 28 & Nov 4.
Status

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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