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Michel Melkert, Fanshaw College
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Complete Sections Solutions Manual are
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included (Section 1 to 9)
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, Table of Contents z z
Section 1: Automotive Technology ................................................................................... 1-1
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Section 2: Engines............................................................................................................. 2-1
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Section 3: Electricity ......................................................................................................... 3-1
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Section 4: Engine Performance ......................................................................................... 4-1
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Section 5: Manual Transmissions and Transaxles.............................................................. 5-1
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Section 6: Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles ......................................................... 6-1
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Section 7: Suspension and Steering Systems ..................................................................... 7-1
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Section 8: Brakes .............................................................................................................. 8-1
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Section 9: Passenger Comfort ........................................................................................... 9-1
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CHAPTER 1 z
Careers in the Automotive Industry z z z z
CHAPTER OVERVIEW z
This chapter examines the automotive industry today and points out the changes that are occurring. Pr
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ofessional service provided by a properly trained technician is critical because of the technology used
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in today’s vehicles. A detailed description is given of what it takes to be a professional technician. Inc
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luded are descriptions of career opportunities, job classifications, and the various automotive educati
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on programs that are available in Canada. Automotive Service Technician Interprovincial Standards
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and ASE certification requirements are also provided.
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LEARNING OUTCOMES z
Describe the reasons why today’s automotive industry is considered a global industry.
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Explain how computer technology has changed the way vehicles are built and serviced.
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Explain why the need for qualified automotive technicians is increasing.
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Describe the major types of businesses that employ automotive technicians.
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List some of the many job opportunities available to people with a background in automotive tec
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hnology.
Describe the different ways a student can gain work experience while attending classes.
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Describe the requirements for Red Seal certification of automotive technicians.
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INSTRUCTIONAL OUTLINE WITH TEACHING HINTS z z z z
I. Servicing Today’s Vehicles z z
A. The Importance of Automotive Technicians
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B. The Need for Quality Service z z z z
C. The Need for Ongoing Service z z z z
1. Warranties
2. Increased Vehicle Age z z
Hint: Discuss the need for repairs as cars become older and what opportunities this need
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presents to a qualified technician. z z z z
D. Career Opportunities z
1. Dealerships
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3. Franchise Repair Shop z z
4. Store-Associated Shops z
5. Fleet Service and Maintenance z z z
Hint: Discuss career opportunities in all areas of automotive service.
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A. Service Technician z
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Shop Foreman z
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Service Adviser z
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Service Manager z
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Service Director z
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Parts Counterperson z
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Parts Manager z
Hint: Discuss the various automotive shop positions and how they each relate to the technicians.
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III. Related Career Opportunities z z
A. Parts Distribution z
B. Marketing and Sales z z
C. Other Opportunities z
IV. Training for a Career in Automotive Service z z z z z z
A. Student Work Experience z z
1. Job Shadowing Program z z
2. Mentoring Program z
3. Cooperative Education z
4. Part-Time Employment z
B. Canada’s Automotive Apprenticeship Program z z z
C. The Need for Continuous Learning z z z z
V. ASE Certification z
Hint: Introduce the various programs in your area that are available to students.
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WHAT ARE COMMON STUDENT MISCONCEPTIONS AND S
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TUMBLING BLOCKS? z
Without experience, students will struggle with understanding how an automotive shop functions.
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Possibly have a shop owner visit the class or arrange to take the students to observe a shop during ope
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To help students understand a shop’s different job classifications, place various students as the shop for
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eman or service writer and have them arrange the ―workload‖ for the day’s shop activities.
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Have the students refer to the job classification section of the chapter as a reference for these ass
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ignments. Refer to pages 8-12 of Chapter 1 for reference.
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SHOP ACTIVITIES AND CASE STUDIES
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Here are some activities you can review in-
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class as a group, or ask students to complete individually or in pairs:
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1. Research a vehicle of your choice. Visit the manufacturer or dealership website. Make a list of all of th
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e systems in that vehicle that are controlled by electronics. If you are unsure of system, include its name
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on the list and talk to your instructor about it.
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