ASE Electrical/Electronics
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Course Introduction

 

Core Standards of the Course

STRAND 1
SHOP SAFETY. Students will understand and demonstrate general shop safety.

Standard 1
Learn safe working habits and procedures. Pass relevant safety tests with 100 percent.

1. Personal safety.
   
2. Tool and equipment safety.
   
3. Workplace safety.
   
4. Personal protective equipment (PPE).
   

Standard 2
Comply with safety rules for working with automotive chemicals.

1. Chemical manufacturers provide a Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical they produce.
   
2. Identify the location of and navigate through the SDS for critical information.
   
3. Store and dispose of chemicals in properly labeled containers.
   

Standard 3
Identify the gasses encountered in the automotive field and the hazards they present.

1. Water, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide (CO2), hydrocarbons (HC), oxides of nitrogen (NOx), and carbon monoxide (CO).
   
2. HC, NOx, and CO can pose health and environmental problems if they are not controlled.
   

Standard 4
Identify the hazards and control of asbestos dust.

1. Asbestos is a carcinogen - a substance that causes cancer.
   
2. Never use compressed air to clean brake assemblies.
   
3. Understand approved methods such as a brake vacuum or brake washer machine.
   
4. Because some exposure might be unavoidable, use appropriate PPE for the working condition.
   

Standard 5
Assess lifting equipment for safe and proper operation.

1. Inspect & verify for safe operation.
   
2. Safety devices (swing arms, locks, latches, etc.)
   
3. Lift points (unibody and full frame)
   
4. Jacks and jack stands, auxiliary lift supports
   
5. Two-, Four-Post, and Scissor Lifts.
   

Standard 6
Identify potential electrical safety hazards.

1. Low Voltage Automotive Battery
   
2. EV/Hybrid Vehicles
   
3. Loss of Isolation
   
4. SRS Wires/circuits
   

Performance Skills

1. Pass relevant safety tests with 100 percent.
   
2. Identify the gasses encountered in the automotive field and the hazards they present.
   
3. Identify the hazards and control of asbestos dust.
   
4. Identify high voltage (orange cables).
   
5. Identify Yellow (SRS systems).
   
6. Identify and comply with safety of batteries and electric vehicles.
   
7. Use concepts and practices to solve, mitigate, and manage potential shop hazards & substances.
   
8. Assess lifting and shop equipment for safe and proper operation.
   
9. Demonstrate safe and proper operation of lifting and shop equipment.
   

STRAND 2
Students will inspect the Base Electrical/Electronic System(s).

Standard 1
Understand vehicle service information, fluid types, vehicle service history, service precautions, technical service bulletins (TSB), recalls including vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

Standard 2
Differentiate between electrical/electronic system components and configurations/architecture.

Standard 3
Retrieve and record Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) monitor status, and freeze frame data; clear codes and data when directed, utilizing appropriate service information.

Standard 4
Demonstrate knowledge of electrical/electronic series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits using principles of electricity (Ohm's Law).

1. Electromotive Force (Voltage)
   
2. Intensity (Amperage)
   
3. Resistance (Ohms)
   

Standard 5
Investigate the setup and use of a digital multimeter (DMM).

1. Source voltage (Volts)
   
2. Current flow (Amps)
   
3. Resistance values (Ohms)
   

Standard 6
Understand a voltage drop and how it relates to Ohm's Law.

1. Shorts
   
2. Grounds
   
3. Opens
   
4. Excessive Resistance
   

Standard 7
Describe types of test lights; use appropriate test light to check operation of electrical circuits as directed per service information.

Standard 8
Use fused jumper wires to check operation of electrical circuits per service information.

Standard 9
Understand how to read and write wiring diagrams.

Standard 10
Describe and investigate parasitic draw.

Standard 11
Inspect and test circuit protection devices.

1. Fuses
   
2. Fusible links
   
3. Circuit breakers
   
4. Contactors
   

Standard 12
Describe and investigate wiring components and repair.

Standard 13
Describe and investigate oscilloscope and/or graphing multimeter (GMM) functions.

Performance Skills

1. Demonstrate knowledge of Ohm's Law (circuit architecture).
   
2. Retrieve and record DTCs, OBD monitor status, and freeze frame data; clear codes and data when directed.
   
3. Research applicable vehicle and service information.
   
4. Identify electrical/electronic system components and configurations.
   
5. Demonstrate proper use of a digital multimeter (DMM) when measuring voltage, voltage drop, current flow, and resistance.
   
6. Use fused jumper wires to check operation of electrical circuits per service information.
   
7. Demonstrate proper use of wiring diagrams during the diagnostic process.
   
8. Properly demonstrate a parasitic draw test.
   
9. Inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, and fuses.
   
10. Inspect, test, repair, and/or replace components, connectors, terminals, harnesses, and wiring in electrical/electronic systems (including solder repairs).
    
11. Test or describe the measurement of a circuit using an oscilloscope and/or graphing multimeter (GMM); interpret results.
    
12. Demonstrate use of types of test lights; use appropriate test light to check operation of electrical circuits as directed per service information. (optional)
    

STRAND 3
12 VOLT BATTERIES. Students will inspect conventional 12-volt battery systems.

Standard 1
Understand and investigate battery construction and operation.

Standard 2
Describe battery state-of-charge test; determine needed action.

Standard 3
Investigate and confirm proper battery capacity, size, type, age, and application for vehicle; perform battery capacity and load test; determine needed action.

Standard 4
Maintain or restore electronic memory functions as recommended by the manufacturer.

Standard 5
Describe and investigate battery maintenance.

1. Cables
   
2. Connectors
   
3. Clamps
   
4. Hold-downs
   

Standard 6
Understand proper procedures for battery charging.

Standard 7
Describe and investigate proper procedures for jump-starting a vehicle.

1. Jumper cables
   
2. Booster pack
   
3. Auxiliary power supply
   

Standard 8
Identify and investigate electrical/electronic control modules that require reinitialization.

1. Security systems
   
2. Infotainment systems
   
3. Other required systems based on the manufacturer
   

Performance Skills

1. Confirm proper battery capacity, size, type, age, and application for vehicle; perform battery capacity and load test.
   
2. Perform battery state-of-charge test.
   
3. Inspect and clean battery; fill battery cells (if applicable); check battery cables, connectors, clamps, and hold-downs.
   
4. Perform battery charging according to manufacturer's recommendations.
   
5. Jump-start a vehicle using appropriate equipment (excluding EV/hybrid vehicles).
   
6. Maintain or restore electronic memory functions as recommended by the manufacturer.
   
7. Perform initialization of electronic control modules after reconnecting the battery.
   

STRAND 4
STARTING SYSTEM. Students will inspect and service the Starting System.

Standard 1
Describe and investigate proper starter operation and testing.

1. Current draw
   
2. Voltage drop
   

Standard 2
Describe and investigate testing procedures of the starter system

1. In-Vehicle Test
   
2. Bench Test
   

Standard 3
Understand and investigate the removal and installation procedures of a starter motor.

Standard 4
Describe and investigate automatic idle-stop/start-stop systems.

Standard 5
Compare electrical and engine mechanical problems that cause a slow-crank or a no-crank condition.

Standard 6
Describe conditions related to a no-crank condition using a wiring diagram and test equipment; determine needed action.

Performance Skills

1. Perform starter current draw test.
   
2. Perform starter circuit voltage drop tests.
   
3. Inspect and test starter relays and solenoids
   
4. Remove and install a starter.
   
5. Inspect and test switches, connectors, and wires of starter control circuits.
   
6. Diagnose and service a no-crank condition using a wiring diagram and test equipment.
   

STRAND 5
CHARGING SYSTEM. Students will inspect and service the Charging System.

Standard 1
Describe and investigate operation and diagnosis of alternators and generators.

1. Voltage drop
   
2. Charging system output test
   
3. AC ripple test
   

Standard 2
Describe and inspect proper procedures for replacing generators (alternators), drive belts, pulleys, and tensioners.

Performance Skills

1. Perform charging system output test.
   
2. Perform charging circuit voltage drop tests.
   
3. Test and inspect for alternator noise (AC voltage ripple)
   
4. Diagnose charging system for causes of undercharge, no-charge, or overcharge conditions.
   
5. Inspect and service a generator (alternator) drive belt.
   
6. Inspect pulleys and tensioners for wear and alignment.
   
7. Inspect and service a generator (alternator).
   

STRAND 6
LIGHTING SYSTEM. Students will inspect and service lighting system(s).

Standard 1
Investigate procedures for servicing interior and exterior lighting.

Standard 2
Describe and investigate procedures for aiming headlights.

1. Department of Transportation (DOT)-approved lighting.
   
2. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) vs. aftermarket.
   

Standard 3
Describe reasons for brighter-than-normal, intermittent, dim, or no light operation.

Performance Skills

1. Inspect, remove, and replace interior and exterior lamps and sockets, including headlights and auxiliary lights.
   
2. Aim exterior lights (high-beam, low-beam, fog).
   
3. Diagnose the causes of brighter-than-normal, intermittent, dim, or no light operation; determine action needed.
   

STRAND 7
DRIVER INTERFACE SYSTEM. Students will inspect Instrument Cluster and Driver Information System(s).

Standard 1
Describe and investigate operation of instrument panel gauges and warning/indicator lights; resetting maintenance indicators as required.

Standard 2
Describe and investigate gauges and gauge sending units for causes of abnormal readings.

Standard 3
Describe and investigate the causes of incorrect operation of warning devices and other driver information systems.

Performance Skills

1. Verify proper operation of instrument panel gauges and warning/indicator lights.
   
2. Inspect and test gauges and gauge sending units for causes of abnormal readings; determine needed action.
   
3. Diagnose the causes of incorrect operation of warning devices and other driver information and interface systems; determine needed action.
   
4. Perform reset of maintenance indicators as required.
   

STRAND 8
BODY ELECTRICAL CONTROL SYSTEMS. Students will inspect and service Body Electrical Control Systems.

Standard 1
Describe and investigate vehicle comfort, convenience, access, safety, and related systems operation.

Standard 2
Describe and investigate operation of security/anti-theft systems and related circuits.

1. Theft deterrent
   
2. Door lock
   
3. Immobilizer
   

Standard 3
Describe and investigate disabling and enabling procedures for supplemental restraint systems (SRS).

Standard 4
Describe and investigate infotainment system operations.

Standard 5
Describe and investigate safety systems and related circuit operations.

1. ADAS
   
2. SRS
   
3. Horn
   
4. Wipers/Washers
   

Standard 6
Describe and investigate body electronic system circuits using a scan tool.

Standard 7
Describe and investigate the process for software transfer, software updates, or reprogramming of electronic modules.

Performance Skills

1. Diagnose vehicle comfort, convenience, access, safety, and related systems operation.
   
2. Remove and reinstall the door panel.
   
3. Diagnose operations of immobilizer systems.
   
4. Describe disabling and enabling procedures for supplemental restraint system (SRS); verify indicator lamp operation.
   
5. Inspect and service windshield wipers and washer operations.
   
6. Diagnose and service non-invasive operations of body control systems.
   
7. Diagnose operation of driver safety systems and related circuits.
   
8. Diagnose body electronic system circuits using a scan tool; check for module communication errors (data communication bus systems).
   

STRAND 9
EV/HYBRID BATTERY SYSTEMS (optional) Students will understand EV/hybrid battery systems.

Standard 1
Describe and investigate different traction battery configurations and types.

Standard 2
Investigate the safe handling practices of high-voltage systems and components.

1. PPE
   
2. Tools
   
3. Warning labels
   

Standard 3
Identify and understand various EV/hybrid systems.

1. Inverter
   
2. Converter
   
3. Thermal management
   

Performance Skills

1. Safely isolate potential energy between the traction battery and vehicle (lock out, tag out procedures).
   
2. Safely isolate potential energy within the traction battery (battery interlock switch/plug).
   
3. Demonstrate proper use of high-voltage PPE.
   

STRAND 10
CTSOs & WORKPLACE SKILLS. Students will be encouraged to participate in a relevant CTSO through the demonstration of automotive repair workplace and career readiness skills. These standards will not appear on state skill certification exams, but should be taught throughout the duration of the course.

Standard 1
Students will display personal skills related to the essential values, personality traits, and personal characteristics for success in automotive repair and life.

1. Integrity - demonstrate honesty and personal responsibility for actions in repairing and maintaining vehicles.
   
2. Work ethic - demonstrate tenacity, hard work, excellence, punctuality, meet deadlines; and be self­ directed when completing tasks in the automotive repair classroom or shop.
   
3. Professionalism - demonstrate maturity, self-confidence; and a positive image when working with teammates or clients on automotive repair jobs/projects.
   
4. Responsibility - demonstrate dependability, consistency, and personal well-being when safely completing automotive repair tasks.
   
5. Adaptability/Flexibility - Foster creativity, new ideas, and resilience when working to solve problems in automotive repair tasks.
   
6. Self-motivated - demonstrate a willingness to learn, independence, initiative, and a positive attitude when approaching new information
   

Standard 2
Students will display workplace skills related to the essential attitudes and abilities for success in the automotive repair industry.

1. Communication - Demonstrates skills in listening and speaking; communicates professionally with teammates, supervisors, and customers in relation to automotive repair.
   
2. Decision making- Analyzes key facts, data, and situations to employ reasoning skills for completing automotive repair tasks.
   
3. Teamwork - Builds trusting relationships, works cooperatively with others and utilizes individual strengths of team members when completing automotive repair tasks.
   
4. Planning, organizing, and management - Designs, prepares, and implements automotive repair tasks within a desired timeframe; Sets priorities and responds to changing priorities.
   
5. Leadership - Builds positive relationships and mitigates conflict.
   

Standard 3
Students will display technical skills that are grounded in automotive repair that deliver essential knowledge and competencies for success in the industry.

1. Computer and technology literacy
   
2. Job specific skills
   
3. Safety and health
   
4. Service orientation - responds to internal and external customers; demonstrates focus and presence; attends to personal matters away from the classroom.
   
5. Professional development - demonstrates openness to learn, grow, and change in the automotive repair industry.
   

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