Download COURSE: THEORY Section

Southern Careers Institute
Applies To:
☐ Austin
☐ SA North
☐ SA South
☐ Corpus Christi
☐ Pharr
☐ Harlingen ☐ Brownsville
Course Code/Course Title:
AST112 Electrical/Electronic
Course Description: Covers topic areas of occupational safety and health, hand and power tools, workshop equipment,
vehicle information, vehicle configurations, and communication.
Course Length:
Prerequisites:
Proficiency Exam
2 Weeks
None
☐Yes
Theory Hours:
Classroom
Online
16
24
Total Clock Hours:
40
Course Start Date:
☐ No
Meeting Days/Times
Course End Date:
Instructor Information:
Badge Goal:
Name:
Contact Number:
E-mail Address:
Office Hours:
Required Resources:
Fundamentals of Automotive Technology: Principles and Practice, 1st, VanGelder, 2013 Jones and Bartlett, ISBN:
9781449671082
Jones & Bartlette Learning CDX Automotive Online Content
Additional Resources:
Students are expected to supply notebooks, pens, pencils, highlighters, folders, ring binders, calculators, USB storage
devices and other general supplies as needed to aid in the collection and storage of information in their courses. Any
special equipment or supplies will be communicated via the instructor by the first class meeting.
In addition to textbooks, workbooks, lab manuals or other required materials, classes may utilize sources from the
learning resource center, Internet sites, periodicals, newspapers, professional (or business) publications, state-specific
laws or codes, magazines, personal interview, guest speakers, publisher provided information (via CD, DVD, or
website), instructor work experience, video, audio or other visual files/documents to convey and aid in obtaining course
objectives. Your instructor will provide specific information on resources that will be utilized/required in class to support
content and aid in research.
Classroom Policies*:
 Students must arrive on time for class with the necessary materials.
 All assignments must be well organized and completed as directed by the instructor.
 Cheating in any form may result in dismissal from the school.
 Students must adhere to all rules and regulations of the school.
 No food or drinks permitted in the learning or laboratory areas.
 All cell phones must be turned off during class.
 Students may not sleep during class.
 Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. You will be given one verbal warning before being asked to leave. A
student asked to leave class will be marked absent for the day.
 Additional help from the instructor is available during office hours or at other times by appointment.
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*Consult current volume of Southern Careers Institute’s catalog for additional policies and procedures related to your
enrollment.
Apprenticeship Policies*:
 Students must arrive on time for class and work with the necessary materials.
 All assignments must be completed on time and with a passing score of 80% for competency skills and
complete NATEF required task sheets at the following levels: P1 - 90%, P2 – 80%, P3 – 60%.
 Cheating in any form may result in dismissal from the program.
 Grooming and appearance must be neat and professional meeting school and work place standards.
 Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

You may be required to furnish required hand tools required to perform the work of an apprentice
Teaching Strategies:
Instructors will utilize a variety of delivery methods, teaching strategies, and instructional process to deliver course
content. These may include, but are not limited to, lecture, demonstration, presentation, case studies, internet (on-line)
activities, video, audio, group projects, guest speakers, field trips, interactive exercises, and/or simulated work
experiences. Due to the intensive nature of the course, student participation is necessary for the successful completion
of this module.
Attendance Requirements (Apprenticeship):
Each student is expected to attend schedule work hours, classroom hours and complete the online content within the
designated time frames. The program is divided up into content modules with related Task Sheets that need to be
completed while On the Job hours are performed. If you are terminated form the sponsoring employer due to
attendance, you will also be automatically dropped from the apprenticeship program with no refund of fees. See the
Apprenticeship standards for additional criteria
Course Evaluation Strategies (Methodologies):
Professionalism, Attendance and Class Participation*
Assignments/Homework/Quizzes
Exams
Total
30%
30%
40%
100%
Definitions of Graded Activities used to verify objectives of course have been met:
Professionalism, Attendance and Class Participation:
This portion of the grade includes evaluation of self-directed work habits such as attendance, class preparedness,
communication, and (where appropriate) professional vocabulary, dress, or grooming. Students are expected to have
read the assigned materials and be prepared to discuss the content with the instructor and class members. Assigned
materials may include readings, research, or review of supplemental items that support attainment of the lesson
objective(s). Class participation may include group activities, peer review, role playing, lab work, or demonstration. Class
preparation will require additional time outside of scheduled class hours. Instructor facilitated discussions may be used in
verification of course objectives.
Assignment/Homework:
Assignment/Homework will be identified on the course outline or communicated by the instructor. Assignment due dates
will be established by the instructor as well as the mode and form of submission. Assignments turned in after the
scheduled due date for any reason may be assessed as late credit by the instructor. Homework assignments will require
outside preparation to execute activities in attainment of course objectives.
Quizzes/Examinations:
The term quiz will be used to identify any brief, informal assessment typically given and graded within one classroom
setting. Announced and unannounced quizzes may be used as a means to verify attainment of course objective and/or
validation that the class/students are prepared to move forward in the learning objectives. Students will be expected to
spend time outside of class in preparation for any quiz as well as reviewing quiz results in preparation for homework,
class discussion or examination.
Examinations are formal, structured assessments used to validate students' attainment of course objectives and may
include a comprehensive final examination. Students will be expected to spend time outside of class in preparation for
any examination as well as reviewing results in preparation for homework, class discussion, quizzes or project
assignments.
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Task Sheets:
Each module has a set of Task Sheets that the apprentice can access and download online. They can download the
Task Sheets as needed and as many times as they may need to use them. It is recommended that the apprentice use
the Task Sheets as many times as needed to achieve a minimum acceptable level of professional performance as set
forth by the employer.
At the end of each day the apprentice will login to their online classroom and will complete the Task Sheet Tracker,
noting the competency level assigned to them by their mentor. At the end of each week, the mentor will login to the
classroom, using instructor access, and will approve/reject the tasks completed by the apprentice.
A student must complete all required examinations, submission of all assignments, exercises and task sheets and
adhere to the school attendance policy.
Supplemental Assignments:
Instructors may assign additional theory or project assignments in this class for the purposes of reinforcing previously
acquired competencies, accommodate learning styles, or to develop new knowledge, skills, and competencies identified
for this module, These assignments will be based upon available time and the perceived student need for refresher
training.
Make up Policy:
At instructor/dealership discretion.
Tutoring:
Tutoring is available. See instructor for tutoring schedule.
ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Guidelines:
Students in need of special accommodations should notify the director of education. Please consult School catalog for
ADA Guidelines for students.
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Educational Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Describe the basic principles of electricity and the units of voltage resistance and current flow.
2. Describe common electrical terms and their application.
3. Describe common semiconductors, how they work, and their use.
4. Identify the difference between AC and DC.
5. Identify common sources and effects of electricity.
6. Undertake basic Ohm’s law calculations.
7. Describe series and parallel circuits.
8. Describe electrical and electronic components and their application.
9. Describe the characteristics of wires, cables, harnesses, and shielding, and explain their correct application.
10. Explain basic networking and multiplexing as it applies to vehicles
Course Outline
1. Completion of activities are to be conducted on the Southern Career Institute’s CDX website
located at http://lv2014.southerncareers.cdxsite.com/.
When
Where
Sun
Online
Week 1
Mon
Tue
Chapter 36 Chapter 37
Principals Meter Use
of
and Circuit
Electrical Diagnosis
Systems
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Online
Online
Study Test Study Test
Chapter 36 Chapter 37
Come to
Come to
Open
Campus 8
Campus 8 Office 9 - 5
- 12
- 12
Exams
Campus
OJL
Work your scheduled Shop hours
Sun
Online
Week 2
Mon
Tue
Chapter 39
Lighting
Chapter 38
Systems
Batteries
Chapter 40
Charging
Body
Systems
Electrical
Systems
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Online
Online
Study Test Study Test
Chapter 38 Chapter 39
Come to
Come to
Open
Campus 8
Campus 8 Office 9 - 5
- 12
- 12
Exams
Campus
OJL
Week 3
Wed
Work your scheduled Shop hours
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Online
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Exams
Campus
Hands-on
Sun
Mon
Open
Office 9 - 5
Work your scheduled Shop hours Tue
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Online
Week 4
Exams
Campus
Hands-on
Final Exam
Open
Office 9 - 5
Work your scheduled Shop hours -
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