AUTO 200 - Auto Altern Fuels & Hybrid Tec

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2
Laboratory Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor

Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course will explore alternative fuels and advanced technology propulsion systems in passenger cars and light duty trucks. Students will develop knowledge and skills pertaining to various hybrid, electric and alternative fueled vehicles. This includes: operational theory, safety, maintenance, basic diagnostics and service procedures. A series of lab activities based on current industry trends and NATEF accreditation task lists will be accomplished in the lab portion of the course.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course:

Students will demonstrate knowledge of, and be able to identify different types and characteristics of alternative fuels and hybrid powertrain systems.
Successful students will be able to explain and demonstrate safety precautions and procedures when working on various high voltage electrical system components.
Students will be able to perform maintenance, diagnosis and repair of select hybrid vehicle high voltage system components at the entry level as defined in the latest NATEF accreditation task lists.