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Administrative Master Syllabus
Administrative Master Syllabus
Purpose: It is the intention of this Administrative Master Syllabus to provide a general description of the course, outline
the required elements of the course and to lay the foundation for course assessment for the improvement of student
learning, as specified by the faculty of Wharton County Junior College, regardless of who teaches the course, the
timeframe by which it is instructed, or the instructional method by which the course is delivered. It is not intended to
restrict the manner by which an individual faculty member teaches the course but to be an administrative tool to aid in the
improvement of instruction.
Course Title:
Automotive Electronics (Advanced)
Course Prefix & Number:
AUMT 2337
Division & Department:
Vocational Science: Automotive Technology
Course Type
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM, but not WCJC Core)
Academic WCJC Core Course
WECM Course
This course is a Special Topics or Unique Needs Course.
Semester Credit Hours (SCH): Lecture Hours: Lab/Other Hours 3
:
2
:
4
Equated Pay Hours: 4
List Lab/
Other Hours
Catalog Course Description:
Study of electronic principles applied to microcomputers and
communication systems. Includes digital fundamentals, and use of electronic test equipment.
May be taught manufacturer specific.
Lab Hours
4
Clinical Hours
Pre-Requisites:
Certificate in Automotive Technology and must be TSI Satisfied
Practicum Hours
Co-Requisites:
Other (List)
Timothy Guin
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DN: cn=Timothy Guin, o=Division Chair, ou=VOCS, email=guint@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2019.05.30 13:28:08 -05'00'
05/30/2019
Leigh Ann collins
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DN: cn=Leigh Ann collins, o=WCJC, ou=VPI, email=lacollins@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2019.08.08 17:09:21 -05'00'
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Tracy Emmons
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DN: cn=Tracy Emmons, o=Wharton County Junior College, ou=Instructional Assessment,
email=emmonst@wcjc.edu, c=US
Date: 2019.05.21 14:10:37 -05'00'
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I. Topical Outline: Each offering of this course must include the following topics (be sure to include information
regarding lab, practicum, and clinical or other non-lecture instruction).
Conventional analog Instrumentation, Indicator Lights, and Warning Devices, Conventional Instrument
Cluster Diagnosis and Repair
Electrical Accessories, Electrical Accessories Diagnosis and Repair
Introduction to the Body Computer, Body Computer System Diagnosis
Advanced Lighting Circuits and Electronic Instrumentation, Advanced Lighting Systems and Electronic
Instrumentation Diagnosis and Repair
Electronic Chassis Control and Accessory Systems, Diagnosis of Electronic Chassis and Accessory Systems
Passive Restraint Systems, Servicing Passive Restraint Systems
II. Course Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes Upon successful
completion of this course, students will:
Methods of Assessment
1. Employ proper safety procedures.
2. Use scan tools, digital storage oscilloscopes,
and other electronic test equipment.
3. Apply electronic principles to the diagnosis of
microcomputers, analysis of communication
circuits, and interpretation of sensor data.
1. Quizzes and assignments Completion of
priority 1, 2, and 3 items on the ASE task
list, job sheets.
2. Quizzes and assignments Completion of
priority 1, 2, and 3 items on the ASE task
list, job sheets.
3. Quizzes and assignments Completion of
priority 1, 2, and 3 items on the ASE task
list, job sheets.
III. Required text(s), optional text(s) and/or materials to be supplied by the student:
Advanced Automotive Electricity and Electronics, James D Halderman 2nd Edition or latest edition.
Complete set of tools in compliance with the tool list.
IV. Suggested Course Maximum:
24
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V. List any specific or physical requirements beyond a typical classroom required to teach the course.
Complete auto shop lab with all the tools required by ASE to meet the standards for Automotive Electronics (Advanced)..
VI. Course Requirements/Grading System: Describe any course specific requirements such as research papers or
reading assignments and the generalized grading format for the course.
90%to 100% = A
80%to 89% = B
70%to79% = C
60%to 69% = D
Below60% = F
Homework will count 15% of the letter grade. Tests will count 15% of the letter grade. A final exam will be given that
will count 10% of the letter grade. The auto shop lab grade will count 60% of the letter grade. Lab work will be
evaluated by attendance that will count 40% of the letter grade. Completion of priority 1, 2, and 3 items of the ASE
task list, job sheets, having the required tools to perform lab work, cleanliness, and attitude will count 60% of the lab
grade.
VII. Curriculum Checklist:
Academic General Education Course (from ACGM, but not in WCJC Core)
No additional documentation needed
Academic WCJC Core Course. Attach the Core Curriculum Review Forms
Critical Thinking
Communication
Empirical & Quantitative Skills
Teamwork
Social Responsibility
Personal Responsibility
WECM Course
If needed, revise the Program SCANS Matrix and Competencies Checklist