General Information

• Name: Engine Performance III/Diagnostics
• Discipline: Automotive Mechanics (AUTO)
• Units (Credits): 4
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Technology

Prerequisites and Recommended Courses

• Prerequisites: AUTO 227

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Computerized engine and fuel management control. Operational theory of automotive computers. Use of hand held diagnostic interfaces. Prepares students for ASE certification.
Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

II: Course Objectives

Demonstrate fundamental skills and knowledge of automotive computer systems in a variety of applications.

Demonstrate proficiency using the resources, tools, and diagnostic equipment involved in maintaining and repairing automotive computer systems.

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

This course fulfills a requirement in the Associate of Applied Science Automotive Mechanics Program.

The mission of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Mechanics is to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the current automotive environment.

This course addresses the following AAS degree student learning outcomes:

• Understand the automotive computer systems subject matter.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of current practices in the automotive field