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Course Number #P&V120
Title - Light Duty Equipment (Automotive) Mechanic Apprentice / Gasoline Engine Mechanic
Print and Video Training
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Course Outline:
The Light Duty Equipment (Automotive) Mechanic Apprentice program provides trainees with the courseware that enables them to perform the tasks associated with the trade of Gasoline Engine and Equipment Mechanic. This print-based curriculum has been developed to meet the subject requirements of either an apprenticeship or an organizations skills program. When combined with on-the-job training, this program will provide trainees with the comprehensive skills and knowledge they will need to perform in this trade area. The Light Duty Equipment (Automotive) Mechanic Apprentice curriculum provides comprehensive training in the service and repair of gasoline engines used in light duty trucks and automobiles. The program covers the maintenance and repair of components such as fuel systems, electrical systems, ignition systems, cooling systems, and engine tune-up. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
  • Explain how a gasoline engine operates.
  • Demonstrate safe work practices when servicing gasoline engines.
  • Discuss gasoline engine air intake, exhaust, cooling, and lubricating systems.
  • Describe operating principles, functions, and maintenance of various fuel injection systems.
  • Discuss troubleshooting and failure analysis techniques and how to handle maintenance procedures.
  • Explain the procedures for performing in-frame engine overhaul.
  • Describe the operation, servicing, and maintenance procedures for a gasoline engine fuel system.
  • Discuss how an ignition system works and how to service this system along with other engine electrical systems.
  • Follow the recommended procedures for performing a gasoline engine tune-up.

    • Base Program
    Course Title Course Number Price USD Course Duration Study Unit
    Gasoline Engine Mechanics: Introduction 00B1 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Work Habits and Practices (Gasoline) 00B2 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Working Safely in the Auto Shop VB33XX $510.00 1.53  Hours Video
    Basic Automotive Jobs VB54XX $510.00 1.22  Hours Video
    Lubricating Systems (Gasoline Engine Mechanics) 0B10 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Cooling, Air Intake, and Exhaust Systems (Gasoline) 0B11 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Arithmetic for Mechanics (Gasoline) 0B12 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Metric System 186011 $80.00 5  Hours Printed
    Reading Micrometers, Dial Gauges, and Other Measuring Instruments (Gasoline) 0B13 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Shop and Hand Tools, Part 1 (Gasoline) 0B14 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Shop and Hand Tools, Part 2 (Gasoline) 0B15 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Gasoline Engine Parts, Part 1 00B3 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Gasoline Engine Parts, Part 2 00B4 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Small Engines VB34XX $765.00 1.15  Hours Video
    Fuel Systems, Part 1 (Gasoline) 00B5 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Fuel Systems, Part 2 (Gasoline) 00B6 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Fuel Systems, Part 3 (Gasoline) 00B7 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Port Fuel Injection VB35XX $425.00 0.75  Hours Video
    Advanced Fuel Injection Systems VB52XX $425.00 0.93  Hours Video
    Electrical Systems (Gasoline) 00B8 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Electricity for Auto Technicians VB39XX $638.00 1.25  Hours Video
    Charging Systems Explained VB46XX $638.00 1.2  Hours Video
    Electronics for Auto Technicians VB43XX $638.00 1.45  Hours Video
    Ignition Systems (Gasoline) 00B9 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Automotive Starting Systems VB42XX $638.00 1.02  Hours Video
    Distributorless Ignition Explained VB37XX $638.00 1.1  Hours Video
    Tune-Up of Gasoline Engines (Diagnostics), Part 1 0B16 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Tune-Up of Gasoline Engines (Diagnostics), Part 2 0B17 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Failure Analysis (Gasoline) 0B18 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Engine Maintenance: Lubricating, Air Intake, Exhaust, and Cooling Systems (Gasoline) 0B19 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Engine Maintenance: Fuel System Maintenance and Overhaul (Gasoline) 0B20 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Troubleshooting Port Fuel Injection VB36XX $765.00 1.33  Hours Video
    Engine Maintenance: Ignition System Components Maintenance and Overhaul (Gasoline) 0B21 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Engine Maintenance: Electrical Systems (Gasoline) 0B22 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Troubleshooting the Electrical System VB47XX $638.00 1.32  Hours Video
    Engine Overhaul, Part 1 (Gasoline) 0B23 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Engine Overhaul, Part 2 (Gasoline) 0B24 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Engine Overhaul, Part 3 (Gasoline) 0B25 $80.00 10  Hours Printed
    Duration Total:  269.25 Hours
    Number of Exams:  ( 26 )
    Total Price:  $9,308.00 USD
    		 
     
    		 
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