MCAP 1101 - Electronics
3 Credits
Prerequisites MCAP 1000
This course covers automotive electrical and electronic fundamentals. Students will learn how to identify and interpret circuit wiring diagrams. Industry recognized procedures for repairing wiring harnesses, connectors, and terminals are demonstrated and practiced in this course. Operation, diagnosis, and repair of automotive series, parallel and relay-controlled circuits are studied using various types of tools and test equipment.
Major Content Areas
Wiring Diagrams Computer Fundamentals Electrical Diagnosis Electronics
Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to use diagnostic tools such as scan tools and oscilloscopes to diagnose and repair vehicle electronic circuit concerns. Students will be able to locate applicable service information and be able to interpret automotive wiring diagrams in order to test and diagnose automotive electrical circuits Students will demonstrate knowledge and application of basic electronic components and computer fundamentals used in automotive electronic circuits. Students will demonstrate the ability to test the operations of and diagnosis problems with automotive series, parallel and relay-controlled circuits Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to use a digital multi-meter to accurately measure voltage, amperage, and resistance in an automotive circuit.
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