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Automotive Industry: Technical and Contextual Explorations Part 2

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In Central London ()

£ 7001-8000

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Duration

    10 Days

By the conclusion of the specified learning and development activities, delegates will be able to: Be knowledgeable of the computers used on modern vehicles; Understand the concept of static electricity; Identify the categories and types of battery; Battery construction; Determine the battery chemical action; Define parasitic loads; Identify battery terminals; Define dry-charged battery. Suitable for: This course is designed for: Mechanics. Automotive Engineers. Automotive Technicians. Electrical Engineers and. Drivers

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Degree or Work Experience

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Systems
  • Construction Training
  • Construction
  • Switches
  • Automotive
  • Compressor
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigeration
  • Joint
  • Industry
  • Electrical
  • Computer Systems
  • Charging Systems

Course programme

Course Contents, Concepts and Issues

Computer Systems
  • Computers on Modern Vehicles
  • Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
  • Computer Control Operation
  • Input Sensors
  • Output Devices
  • On-Board Diagnostic Systems
  • Static Electricity
  • Electromagnetic Interference
Charging and Starting Systems
  • Battery
  • Battery Cells
  • Battery Construction
  • Battery Chemical Action
  • Parasitic Battery Loads
  • Identifying Battery Terminals
  • Dry-Charged Battery
  • Charging System
  • Alternator
  • Alternator Control
  • Starter System
  • Starter Motor Principles
  • Starter Motor Construction
  • Starter Drive System
  • Starter Solenoid
  • Starter Actuating Switches
Chassis Electrical
  • Chassis Wiring
  • Wire Sizes
  • Wiring Harness
  • Manu Circuits
  • Color Coding
  • Terminal Blocks
  • Junction Blocks
  • Circuit Protection Devices
  • Vehicle Lights and Light Switches
  • Headlights
  • Stoplight and Switches
  • Turn Signals and Switches
  • Backup Lights and Switches
  • Dashboard Lights
  • Convenience Lights
  • Chassis Mounted Solenoids and Relays
  • Motor Control Relays
  • Trunk Release Solenoids
  • Power Door Lock Solenoid
  • Horns and Horn Relays
  • Rear Window and Mirror Defroster
  • Chassis Mounted Motors
  • Windshield Wiper Motors and Controls
  • Power Window, Tail Gate, Sliding Door and Sunroof Motors
  • Convertible Top Motors and Switches
  • Power Antenna Motors and Switches
  • Electric Gauges
  • Cruise Control
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Operator Controls and Control Module
  • Throttle Actuator
  • Air Bag Systems
  • Diagnostic Control Module
  • Impact Sensors
  • Coil Assembly and Inflator Module
  • Air Bag Operation
  • Side Air Bags
  • Holding Members
  • Bands
  • Multiple Disc Clutch
  • Overrunning Clutches
  • Hydraulic Control System
  • Fluid Pump
  • Control Valves
  • Simple Hydraulic System
  • Transmission And Transaxle Shifting
  • Complete Control Circuit
  • Transmission Case
  • Transmission Lubrication
  • Fluid Filter
  • Fluid Cooling
Axles and Drives
  • Rear Wheel Drive Shafts
  • Drive Shaft Flexibility
  • Universal Joint
  • Slip Yoke
  • How the Wheels Drive in the Vehicle
  • Hotchkiss Drive
  • Universal Joint and Fluctuating Shaft Speed
  • Constant Velocity (CV) Axles
  • CV Axle Shafts
  • Types of CV Joints
  • CV Joint Boots
  • Rear-Wheel Drive Axle Assemblies
  • Rear-Wheel Drive Axle Components
  • Axle Housing
  • Solid Axles
  • Independent Axles
  • Types of Axles
  • Differential Construction
  • Ring and Pinion
  • Differential Operation
  • Differential Carrier and Bearings
  • Limited-Slip Differential
  • Ring and Pinion Adjustments
  • Gear Ratio
  • Axle Lubrication
  • Transaxle Differential
  • Assembly
  • Four-Wheel Drive Front Drive Axles
  • Front Axle Steering Provision
Brakes
  • Hydraulic Basics
  • Air
  • Liquids
  • Hydraulic Principles in Vehicle Brake Systems
  • Brake Fluid
  • Master Cylinder
  • Master Cylinder Construction
  • Dual Brake System
  • Quick Take-Up Master Cylinder
  • Master Cylinder Operation
  • Brake System Hydraulic Control Valves
  • Proportioning Valve
  • Height Sensing Proportioning Valve
  • Disc Brake Metering Valve
  • Pressure Differential Switch
  • Combination Valve
  • Brake Lines
  • Brake Hoses
  • Disc Brake Calipers
  • Caliper Operation
  • Wheel Cylinders
  • Wheel Cylinder Construction
  • Wheel Cylinder Operation
  • Hydraulic System Failure
  • Air-Free Hydraulic System
  • Hydraulic System Vapour Lock
  • Brake Friction Members
  • Coefficient of Friction
  • Friction Linings
  • Brake Fade
  • Disc Brake Assembly
  • Brake Pad Construction
  • Braking Ratio
  • Backing Plate
  • Drum Brake Assembly
  • Brake Shoe Assembly
  • Brake Drum
  • Drum Brake Operation
  • Drum Brake Arrangement
  • Self-Adjusting Brakes
  • Parking Brakes
  • Power Brake Systems
  • Vacuum-Assisted Power Booster
  • Vacuum Power Booster Construction
  • Vacuum Power Booster Operation
  • Other Vacuum Booster Types
  • Vacuum Reservoir
  • Booster Failure
  • Hydraulic Pressure-Operated Power Booster
  • Hydraulic Power Booster Operation
  • Hydraulic Accumulator
  • Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS)
  • Anti-Lock Brake System Components
  • Anti-Lock Brake Operation
  • Traction Control Systems
  • Brake Lights
Suspension Systems
  • The Need for a Suspension System
  • Spring Weight
  • Unsprung Weight
  • Suspension System Components
  • Vehicle Frames
  • Springs
  • Leaf Springs
  • Coil Springs
  • Shock Absorbers
  • Shock Absorber Control Action
  • Shock Absorber Construction
  • Shock Absorber Operation
  • Air Shock Absorbers
  • Control Arms and Struts
  • Ball Joints
  • Stabilizer Bars
  • Front Suspension Systems
  • Conventional Independent Front Suspension
  • Coil Spring Front Suspension
  • Torsion Bar Front Suspension
  • Macpherson Strut Front Suspension
  • Solid Axle Front Suspension
  • Rear Suspension Systems
  • Solid Rear Axle Suspensions
  • Independent Rear Suspensions
  • Suspension Lubrication
  • Automatic Level Control
  • Automatic Level Control Operation
  • Air Compressor
  • Height Control Valve
  • Computerized Ride Control Systems
Steering Systems
  • Steering Systems
  • Spindle and Steering Arm Assembly
  • Steering Linkage
  • Parallelogram Linkage
  • Parallelogram Component Arrangement
  • Rack-And-Pinion Linkage
  • Steering Wheel, Steering Shaft And Steering Gear
  • Steering Wheel
  • Steering Shaft
  • Steering Gear
  • Manual Track-And-Pinion Steering Gear
  • Power Steering
  • Road Feel
  • Power Steering Components
  • Self-Contained Power Steering Gear Components
  • Inline Unit With Torsion Bar and Rotating Spool Valve
  • Rack-and-Pinion Power Steering
  • Power Steering Pumps
  • Power Steering Hoses and Tubing
  • Manual Operation Power Steering Systems
  • Power Steering Fluids
  • Electronic Steering Controls
Wheels and Tires
  • Wheels
  • Steel Wheels
  • Custom Wheels
  • Wheel Rim Size
  • Wheel Lug Bolts and Nuts
  • Wheel Hubs and Bearings
  • Wheel Bearings
  • Bearing Retaining Devices
  • Tires
  • Tire Construction
  • Tire Rating Information
  • Tire Quality Grading
  • Special Service Tires
  • Correct Vehicle Tire
  • Tire Valves
  • Importance of Tire Pressure
  • Tire Rotation
  • Tire Runout and Balance
  • High Speeds and Overloading Produce Heat and Excessive Water
Wheel Alignment
  • Purpose of Wheel Alignment
  • Wheel Alignment Angles
  • Types of Wheel Alignment
  • Alignment Measurement Values
  • Caster
  • Camber
  • Steering Axis Inclination
  • Toe
  • Toe-Out on Turns
  • Slip Angles
  • Steering Geometry
  • Alignment Adjustments
  • Thrust Angle
  • Front Wheel Adjustments
  • Rear Wheel Adjustments
  • Tire Wear Patterns and Alignment
  • Alignment Equipment
  • Worn Parts Checking Before Alignment
  • Other Factors That Can Affect Alignment
Air Conditioning and Heating
  • Purposes of Automotive Air Conditioning
  • Principles of Refrigeration
  • Cooling
  • Effects of Heat
  • Transference of Heat
  • Conduction
  • Convection
  • Radiation
  • From Hot to Cold Heat Transfer
  • States of Matter
  • Latent Heat
  • Pressure-Temperature Relationship
  • Types of Refrigerant
  • How the Refrigeration System Works
  • Types of Refrigeration Systems
  • Major Components of the Air Conditioning System
  • Compressor
  • Basic Compressor Designs
  • Pressure Relief Valve
  • Compressor Magnetic Clutch
  • Condenser
  • Refrigerant Flow Restrictor
  • Evaporator
  • Blower Motor
  • Lines and Hoses
  • Receiver-Dehydrator
  • Accumulator
  • Evaporator Pressure Controls
  • Service Valves
  • Refrigerant Oil
  • Refrigerant Handling Precautions
  • Retrofitting
  • Heater Systems
  • Air Distribution and Control
  • Heater-Air Conditioning Control Systems

Additional information

Automotive Industry: Technical and Contextual Explorations Part 2 – Leading to Diploma – Postgraduate, Accumulating to Postgraduate Diploma, Progressing to MA, MBA, MSc, Incorporating Computer Systems, Charging and Starting Systems, Chassis Electrical, Axles and Drives, Brakes, Suspension Systems, Steering Systems, Wheels and Tires, Air Conditioning and Heating (Kuala Lumpur)

Automotive Industry: Technical and Contextual Explorations Part 2

£ 7001-8000