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Advanced Mechanical Engineering: Automotive Fault Diagnosis and Repair

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In Central London ()

£ 1,600 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Duration

    20 Days

Suitable for: This course is designed for: Mechanics. Automotive Engineers. Mechanical Engineers. Automotive Technicians. Electrical Engineers. Drivers

About this course

Degree or Work Experience

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Testing
  • Systems
  • Automotive
  • Electrical
  • Gas
  • Management
  • Supply
  • Monitoring
  • Air conditioning
  • IT Management
  • Lighting
  • Communication Training
  • Basic IT
  • Basic
  • Security
  • IT Security
  • Basic IT training
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Diagnosing Techniques
  • Report Writing

Course programme

Course Contents, Concepts and Issues:

Overview

  • Understanding Diagnosis
  • Work Safety Practices
  • Diagnostic Terminology
  • Report Writing
Techniques in Diagnosing
  • Overview
  • Diagnostic Process
  • The Six-Stage Process
  • The Art of Diagnostics
  • Diagnostic Concern,
  • Cause and Correction
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Making Diagnosis on Paper
  • Mechanical Diagnostic Techniques
  • Checking
  • Noise,
  • Vibration
  • Harshness
  • Noise Conditions
  • Vibration Conditions
  • Road Test
  • Engine Noises
  • Sources
  • Electrical Diagnostic Techniques
  • Checking
  • Test Lights and Analogue Meters
  • Procedure in Electrical Testing
  • Volt Drop Testing
  • Short Circuit Testing
  • Load Tests
  • Black Box Techniques
  • Sensor to ECU Method
  • Flight Recorder Tests
  • Faultfinding
  • Colour Codes and terminal Numbers
  • Back Probing Connectors
  • Fault Codes
  • Fast and Slow
  • Fault Code Examples
  • Clearing
  • Systems
  • Systems, Defined
  • Vehicle Systems
  • Open-loop Systems
  • Closed-loop Systems
  • Block Diagrams
  • Sources of Data
  • Autodata
  • Bosch ESltronic
Automotive Tools and Equipment
  • Basic Equipment
  • Basic Hand Tools
  • Test Equipment Accuracy
  • Multimeters
  • Logic Probe
  • Oscilloscopes
  • Waveforms
  • Scanners
  • On-board Diagnostic (OBD)
  • Serial Port Communications
  • OBD2 Signal Protocols
  • AutoTap OBD Scanner
  • Bosch KTS Diagnostic Equipment
  • Engine Analysers
  • Emission Testing
  • Exhaust Gas Measurement
  • Exhaust Analyser
  • Emission Limits
  • Pressure Testing
  • Automotive Pressure Oscilloscope Transducer
Using Diagnosing Sensors, Actuators and Oscilloscope
  • Sensors
  • Essentials of Sensor and Sensor Diagnostics
  • Inductive Sensors
  • Variable Resistance
  • How Wire Airfow Sensor
  • Thermistors
  • Hall Effect Sensors
  • Piezo Accelerometer
  • Oxygen Sensors
  • Pressure Sensors
  • Variable Capacitance
  • Optical Sensors
  • Dynamic Position Sensors
  • Rain Sensor
  • Actuators
  • Testing Actuators
  • Motorised and Solenoid Actuators
  • Solenoid Actuators
  • Thermal Actuators
  • Engine Waveforms
  • Primary Ignition
  • Secondary Ignition
  • Diesel Glow Plugs
  • Alternator Waveform
  • Relative Compression Petrol
  • Communication Networks
  • CAN
  • LIN
  • FlexRay
Managing On-board Diagnostics (OBD)
  • Evolution
  • Vehicle Emissions and Environmental Health
  • The Development of the Emission and Control Legislation
  • Vehicle Emission Control Strategies
  • Understanding On-board Diagnostics
  • OBD Scenario
  • Origins of OBD
  • P-code Composition
  • European on-bard Diagnostics and Global Adoption
  • Gasoline On-Board Diagnostic Monitors
  • Legislative Drivers
  • Component Monitoring
  • Rationality Testing
  • Circuit Testing
  • Catalyst Monitor
  • Evaporative System Monitor
  • Fuel System Monitor
  • Exhaust Gas Circulation Monitor
  • Secondary Air Monitor
  • Monitors and Readiness Fags
  • Mist Redetection
  • Mist Remonitor
  • Crank Speed Actuation
  • Ionising Current Monitoring
  • Cylinder Pressure Sensing
  • Exhaust Pressure Analysis
  • OBD Summary
  • OBD2
  • EOBD
  • Features and technology of Current Systems
  • Driving Cycles
  • Future Developments in Diagnostic Systems
  • OBD3
  • Diesel Engines
  • Rate-Based Monitoring
  • Model-Based Development
Engine System
  • Overview
  • Engine Operation
  • Four-Stroke Cycle
  • Cylinder Layouts
  • Carnshaft Drives
  • Valve Mechanisms
  • Valve and Ignition Timing
  • Diagnosing Engine
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Results
  • Engine Fault Diagnosis
  • Fuel System
  • Carburation
  • Diagnosing Fuel System
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Results
  • Fuel Fault Diagnosis
  • Engine Management
  • Ignition
  • Essentials of Ignition
  • Advance Angle
  • Electronic Ignition
  • Hall Effect Distributor
  • Inductive Distributor
  • Current-limiting and Closed-loop Dwell
  • Programmed Ignition
  • Distributorless Ignition
  • Direct Ignition
  • Spark plugs
  • Diagnosing Ignition System
  • Testing Procedure
  • Ignition Fault Diagnostic
  • Ignition Components and Testing
  • DIS Diagnostics
  • Spark Plugs
  • Emissions
  • Exhaust Gas Recirculation
  • Catalytic Converters
  • Diagnosing Emission
  • Testing Procedure
  • Emission Fault Diagnostic
  • Fuel Injection
  • Injection Systems
  • Fuel Injection Components
  • Fuel Mixture Calculation
  • Diagnosing Fuel Injection Systems
  • Testing Procedure
  • Fuel Injection Fault Diagnosis
  • Diesel Injection
  • Electronic Control of Diesel Injection
  • Common Rail Diesel Systems
  • Diesel Exhaust Emissions
  • Catalytic Converter Diesel
  • Filters
  • Diagnosing Diesel Injection Systems
  • Test Equipment
  • Diesel Injection Fault Diagnosis
  • Diesel Engine Smoke
  • Glow Plug Circuit
  • Diesel Systems
  • Engine Management
  • Closed-loop Lambda Control
  • Engine Management Operation
  • Gasoline Direct Injection
  • Diagnosing Combined Ignition and Fuel Systems
  • Testing Procedure
  • Combined Ignition and Fuel Control Fault Diagnosis Table
  • Fuel Pump Testing
  • Injector Testing
  • Engine Management and Fault Finding Information
  • Diagnosis Chart
  • Circuit Diagrams
  • Component Testing Data
  • Air Supply and Exhaust Systems
  • Exhaust System
  • Catalytic Converters
  • Air Supply System
  • Diagnosing Exhaust and Air Supply
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Results
  • Exhaust and Air Supply Fault Diagnosis
  • Exhaust Fault Diagnosis
  • Cooling
  • Air-cooled System
  • Water-cooled System
  • Sealed and Semi-Sealed Systems
  • Diagnosing Cooling
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Results
  • Cooling Fault Diagnosis
  • Lubrication
  • Lubrication System
  • Oil Filters
  • Oil Pumps
  • Crankcase Ventilation Engine Breather Systems
  • Diagnosing Lubrication
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Results
  • Lubrication Fault Diagnosis
  • Batteries
  • Safety
  • Lead-Acid Batteries
  • Battery Rating
  • Diagnosing Batteries
  • Servicing Batteries
  • Maintenance-free
  • Charging
  • Battery Faults
  • Testing Batteries
  • Starting
  • Starter Circuit
  • Inertia Starters
  • Pre-engaged Starters
  • Permanent Magnet Starters
  • Keyless Starting System
  • Starting Diagnostics
  • Circuit Testing Procedure
  • Starting Fault Diagnosis
  • Charging
  • Basic Principles
  • Rectification of AC to DC
  • Regulation of Output Voltage
  • Charging Circuits
  • Charging Diagnostics
  • Testing Procedure
  • Charging Fault Diagnosis
Automotive Chassis Systems
  • Brakes
  • Principle of Hydraulic Braking
  • Disc and Drum Brake Systems
  • Brake Adjustments
  • Servo-assisted Braking
  • Diagnosing Brakes Problems
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Dial gauge
  • Test Results
  • Brakes fault Diagnosis
  • Brake Hydraulic Faults
  • Antilock Brakes
  • General System Description
  • ABS Components
  • Diagnosing Antilock Brakes Problems
  • Systematic Testing Procedure
  • Antilock Brakes Fault Diagnosis
  • Bleeding Antilock Brakes
  • Traction Control
  • Control Functions
  • System Operation
  • Traction control
  • Systematic Testing
  • Traction Control Fault Diagnosis
  • Steering and Tyres
  • Construction of a Tubeless Radial Tyre
  • Steering Box and Rack
  • Power Assisted Steering
  • Steering Characteristics
  • Camber
  • Castor
  • Swivel Axis Inclination
  • Tracking
  • Scrub Radius
  • Steering and Tyres Diagnostics
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Four-Wheel Alignment
  • Test Results
  • Tyre Fault Diagnosis
  • Tyre Inflation Pressures
  • Steering Fault Diagnosis
  • Steering, Wheels and Tyres Fault Diagnosis
  • Suspension
  • Suspension System Layouts
  • Front Axle Suspensions
  • Rear Axle Suspensions
  • Anti-Roll Bar
  • Springs
  • Dampers
  • Diagnosing Suspension
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Results
  • Suspension Fault Diagnosis
  • Active Suspension
  • Active Suspension Operation
  • Delphi MagneRide Case Study
  • Active Suspension Diagnostic
  • Systematic Testing
  • Back to the Black Box
Working with Electrical Systems
  • Electronic Components and Circuits
  • Components
  • Integrated Circuits
  • Digital Circuits
  • Electronic Component Testing
  • Multiplexing
  • Overview
  • Controller Area Network
  • CAN Data Signal
  • Local Interconnect Network
  • FlexRay
  • Multiflexing Diagnostics
  • Lightning
  • External Lights
  • Lightning Circuits
  • Gas Discharge Lightning
  • LED Lighting
  • Lighting Diagnostics
  • Testing Procedure
  • Lighting Fault Diagnostic
  • Headlight Beam Setting
  • Auxiliaries
  • Wiper Motors and Linkages
  • Wiper Circuits
  • Two-Motor Wiper System
  • Headlight Wipers and Washers
  • Indicators and Hazard Lights
  • Brake Lights
  • Electric Horns
  • Engine Cooling and Fan Motors
  • Diagnosing Auxiliary
  • In-Car Entertainment
  • Security Systems
  • Mobile Communications
  • Diagnosing ICE, Security and Communication
  • Testing Procedure
  • ICE, Security and Communication System Fault Diagnosis
  • Interference Suppression
  • Body Electrical Systems
  • Electric Seat Adjustment
  • Electric Mirrors
  • Electric Sunproof Operation
  • Door Locking Circuit
  • Electric Window Operation
  • Diagnosing Body Electrical
  • Testing Procedure
  • Body Electrical Systems Fault Diagnosis
  • Circuit Systematic Testing
  • Instrumentation
  • Gauges
  • Digital Instrumentation
  • Vehicle Condition Monitoring
  • Trip Computer
  • Displays
  • Instruments Diagnostics
  • Testing Procedures
  • Instrumentation Fault Diagnosis
  • Black Box Technique
  • Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
  • Ventilation and Heating
  • Heating System - Watercooled Engine
  • Heater Blower Motors
  • Electronic Heating Control
  • Air Conditioning
  • Automatic Temperature Control
  • Seat Heating
  • Screen Heating
  • Diagnosing HVAC
  • Testing Procedure
  • Air Conditioning Fault Diagnosis
  • Heating and Ventilation Fault Diagnosis
  • Air Conditioning Receiver
  • Cruise Control
  • System Description
  • Components
  • Diagnosing Cruise Control
  • Systematic Testing
  • Cruise Control Fault Diagnosis
  • Airbags and Belt Tensioners
  • Components and Circuits
  • Seat Belt Tensioners
  • Diagnosing Airbags and Belt Tensioners
  • Systematic Testing
  • Airbags and Belt Tensioners Fault Diagnosis
  • Deactivation and Activation Procedures
Automatic and Manual Gear Transmission Systems
  • Manual Transmission
  • Clutch
  • Manual Gearbox
  • Driveshafts and Wheel Bearings
  • Final Drive and Differential
  • Four Wheel Drive Systems
  • Diagnosing Manual Transmission
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Results
  • Manual Transmission Fault Diagnosis
  • Manual Gearbox Fault Diagnosis
  • Drive Shafts Fault Diagnosis
  • Final Drive Fault Diagnosis
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Torque Converter Operation
  • Epicyclic Gearbox Operation
  • Constantly Variable Transmission
  • Electronic Control of Transmission
  • Direct Shift Gearbox
  • Automatic Transmission Diagnostic
  • Systematic Testing
  • Test Equipment
  • Test Results
  • Automatic Gearbox Fault Diagnosis
  • ECAT Fault Diagnosis
  • Automatic Transmission Stall Test

Additional information

Advanced Mechanical Engineering: Automotive Fault Diagnosis and Repair (London)

Advanced Mechanical Engineering: Automotive Fault Diagnosis and Repair

£ 1,600 + VAT