Electrical & Electronic System

Catalog description

Course is designed to give students a solid foundation in the fundamental concepts of electricity and electronics as they relate to automotive technology. Students will study automotive electrical and electronic systems, essential theories of electricity, function and design of electrical components, wiring and circuit diagrams, automotive batteries, starting systems, lighting circuits, electrical accessories, introduction to the body computer, vehicle communication networks, advanced lighting circuits, instrumentation and warning lamps, ignition systems, electronic chassis control and accessory systems, and passive restraint systems. This course introduces several fundamental theories and skills that will be used in other courses in the AAT Program. Students with no previous automotive technology knowledge may find it helpful to enroll in this course upon initial entry to the AAT program. Formerly AUT-73. Not open to students who have completed AUT-73 with a grade of "C" or better. [CSU]