This module is designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of electrical and electronic principles and their application in automotive vehicles.
This module provides the student with a rudimentary understanding of electrical and electronic arrangements used within automotive technology in support of the Programmes practical related modules.
Electrical theories: electron theory, alternating and direct current, magnetism / electromagnetism /relationship between magnetism and electricity, induction, conductors, semiconductors, insulators, Semiconductors, diodes, thermistors, transistors, integrated circuits, definitions and laws, introduction to networking.
Circuits: Series Circuits, Parallel Circuits, Parallel Circuit Resistance, Series-Parallel Circuits, Ohm's law Watts law, Kirchhoff's law, Automotive circuit examples - light / relay, electricity measurements, safety considerations.
Electrical and Electronic components: switch's, relays, fuses, wiring, solenoids, motors, actuators, resistors, diodes, transistors, sensors, lights, wiring diagrams.
Charging system: 12volt batteries - Lead Acid, Gel Cell, Enhanced Flooded, AGM, AC Generator Operation, Starter Motor operation.
Auxiliary Systems: lighting, signalling, wiping, locking, comfort and safety systems.
Vehicle Electrification: Safety considerations and dangers, Automotive High / low voltage ranges, electric vehicle identification.
Electrical theories
Electrical theories: electron theory, alternating and direct current, magnetism / electromagnetism /relationship between magnetism and electricity, induction, conductors, semiconductors, insulators, Semiconductors, diodes, thermistors, transistors, integrated circuits, definitions and laws, introduction to networking.
Electrical Circuits
Circuits: Series Circuits, Parallel Circuits, Parallel Circuit Resistance, Series-Parallel Circuits, Ohm's law Watts law, Kirchhoff's law, Automotive circuit examples - light / relay, electricity measurements, safety considerations.
Electrical and Electronic components
Electrical and Electronic components: switch's, relays, fuses, wiring, solenoids, motors, actuators, resistors, diodes, transistors, sensors, lights, wiring diagrams.Charging system: 12volt batteries - Lead Acid, Gel Cell, Enhanced Flooded, AGM, AC Generator Operation, Starter Motor operation.
Auxiliary Systems
Auxiliary Systems: lighting, signalling, wiping, locking, comfort and safety systems
Vehicle Electrification
Vehicle Electrification: Safety considerations and dangers, Automotive High / low voltage ranges, electric vehicle identification.
A range of approaches will be utilised including lectures, tutorials, audio visual web-based aids, group discussions, presentations, case studies.
Revision assessments will be introduced throughout the module to reinforce learning.
The emphasis will consistently be related to current automotive technological applications.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 70 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 30 |