SACRAMENTO COUNTY REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM

 

 

 

 

AUTO MECHANICS TECHNICIAN I

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INSTRUCTOR:        Mr. Frank Lopez

 

PHONE:                    (916) 566-2010                     FAX:               (916) 566-2018

 

 

WEB SITE:               http://TeacherWeb.com/CA/SacramentoROP/FrankLopez

 

WELCOME:

Welcome to the Sacramento County, Regional Occupational Program, Auto Mechanics Technician I course. The purpose of this course is to help the students to prepare for Auto Mechanics Tech II. Upon successfully completing Auto Tech I, students will be able to continue on to Auto Mechanics Technician II. It is our sincere hope that these experiences will lead to higher learning in the community colleges and/or to job entry in the automotive industry.

 

(Revised: 2008 - 2009)

 

 

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course provides an introduction to automotive service and repair, shop safety and shop operation, as well as tool safety, use and identification.  The course will also cover automotive engines and basic systems:  electrical, cooling, fuel, suspension, etc.  With completion of the course the student will be prepared for an entry-level position in today’s automotive service industry. 

Students will also have an opportunity to do several projects with the physical science department such as:  compound machines, roller coasters, bottle rockets, and scramble cars.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

The students will gain the following knowledge and skills upon successful completion of the course:

  • Understand technical terminology, data, drawings and schematics
  • Understand automotive shop safety
  • Understand the importance of measuring systems and the measuring tools " involved in repair     and maintenance of an automobile
  • Understand automotive engine theory, the automotive engine fluid and electrical systems
  • Understand automobiles, power transmission, suspension and braking systems
  • Understand the automobile accessory systems
  • Explore career interests and opportunities

 

 

TEXTBOOKS:

 

·                                 Stockel, Auto Fundamentals, Goodheart-Wilcox Co. Inc., 2005; ISBN-10: 1590703251

 

 

Mitchell Manuals:  For Automotive Professionals.  (Technical data, drawings and diagrams)

 

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EVALUATION POLICY:

 

Student performance will be evaluated as follows:

 

Attendance: Students will be expected to complete 80% of (2) semesters [a total of 540 course hours]

                     in order to obtain a certificate of completion - with no exception.

 

Shop Activities:                     Will account for 40% of a student’s grade.

 

Tests, Notebook:                   Will account for 40% of a student’s grade.

 

Attitude/Work Habits:           Will account for 20% of a student’s grade.

 

Students will be evaluated on their listening and participating in classroom activities.

They will also be evaluated in shop participation, assigned job completion and shop clean up.

 

 

EXPECTATIONS:

 

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY:

 

Good attendance and participation are essential for success in Auto Mechanics Tech I.  Students will be encouraged to, and rewarded for being active, productive and positive contributors in class. Students are expected to know and follow all class and shop rules.  Student’s ability to demonstrate proper work place behavior is essential so that a safe and productive learning environment can be maintained.  Refer to page 5 of this syllabus, “ESLRs:  Expected Schoolwide Learning Results”.

·        Students are required to maintain a 3-ring notebook that will contain their assignments, handouts and tests as well as any information specified by the teacher.

 

·         (3) Unexcused absences (failure to bring a re-admit after 3 days) per semester, will lower a student's grade and (10) Tardies per semester, will lower a student’s grade.

·        Make-up tests can only be given if parent/guardian phones the teacher on or before the day of absence

·        Students, who drop the class after completing 20 hours of attendance, must be given a grade per ROP policies and procedures.

 

TEACHER RESPONSIBILITY:

The teacher will be respectful of all students, and maintain a level of expertise to insure relevant instruction. All students will be informed of their class progress.

 

PARENT RESPONSIBILTIY:  Please read, review and sign “Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement” on page 7 of this course syllabus.

 

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STUDENT RULES

  • Textbooks are not to be removed from the classroom.
  • Students are not permitted to park in front of any of the shop’s bay doors without first requesting permission from the Instructor in advance.

 

 

LAB/SHOP SAFETY RULES

Any student that does not comply with any shop safety rule will be refused the “Privilege” to work in the shop and be assigned to work in the classroom for a determined time set by the instructor.

1.         Safety glasses will be worn at all times in the shop.

2.         Face shields will be used when using an air grinder, electric grinder, or any grinding tool.

3.         Students will use rubber gloves when using the solvent tank.

4.         Leather gloves will be worn when handling hot or sharp objects.

5.          Students will not use any tools or equipment until they have had safety instructions on their     use.

 

6.         The forklifts are off-limits to all students. 

7.         The following items require special precautions that will be covered as each is used:

Hydraulic presses                 Drill presses

Hand presses                        Brake lathes

Air hoses                                Air impacts

Air ratchets                            Air drills

Floor jacks                             Jack stands

Hoists                                     Overhead cranes

Engine stands                       In-floor hoists

Electronic testers                  Batteries

Extension cords                    Tire changers

Hazardous waste:                 Tire balancers

(Oil, fuel, solvent, grease, coolant)

8.         If you are not sure, stop and ask, safety is more important than time.

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ESLRs:   Expected Schoolwide Learning Results

 

 

 

 

 

MISSION:    The SCOE/ROP will develop and align resources to provide innovative, meaningful & quality career experiences to lifelong learners. Through these resources and experiences, students will attain marketable skills and pursue postsecondary education in preparation for work in the 21st century.

Students who complete SCOE/ROP will be:

5.     Career Planners who

Demonstrate a marketable skill set in a specific career area

Investigate emerging career fields

Define short-term/long-term career goals

Identify steps for career growth and lifelong learning

2. Models for the Work Ethic who

Arrive on time and maintain the assigned schedules

Produce quality work

Perform responsibly both as individual & team member

Use appropriate business etiquette and ethics

3. Technology Users who

Select & use a variety of appropriate technologies related to his/her career field

Continually upgrade skills

4. Problem Solvers & Conflict Resolvers who

          Brainstorm solutions

Analyze situations objectively

          Maintain composure

          Propose a plan positive of action

5. Effective Communicators who

Speak clearly using professional language/terminology

Write grammatically and technically correct material

Read and comprehend technical material

Listen to and respond appropriately to verbal and nonverbal messages

 

 

                    

 

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Expectations of Students Enrolled in

Regional Occupational Programs (ROP)

Students enrolled in a Regional Occupational Program (ROP) course are expected to:

 1.  Carry an ROP identification card and/or wear a school photo identification badge.

 

2. Provide transportation to and from class and the ROP training site.

 

3. Remain enrolled in their ROP course for the semester.   If a student has three (3) unexcused

    absences, he/she may be dropped from the class.

 

4. Arrive on time and be prepared for class.

 

5. Attend all scheduled classes.

 

6. Notify the ROP teacher and the training site supervisor if unable to attend class or training site

    because of illness or other reasons.

 

7. Complete all training site activities and assignments and submit them when they are due.

 

8. Be courteous to other students and respect the ROP teacher and the personnel at the training site.

 

9. Conduct oneself in a mature manner.

 

10. Attend class with a positive attitude.

 

11. Dress appropriately for class and/or training site.

 

12. Notify the ROP teacher of attendance problems or schedule changes.

 

 

If any questions arise concerning ROP, students should contact their ROP teacher immediately. If this is impossible, high school students should contact their counselor at their home high school.

 

Adult students should contact their ROP teacher or the ROP Career Center at (916) 228-2721 or (800) 467-4ROP.

           

 

 

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SACRAMENTO COUNTY REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM

 

 

 

 

Parent / Guardian Acknowledgment

 

 

Dear Parents/Guardians:

            Please read this information of the 2008-2009 “Auto Mechanics Technician I Course Syllabus” with your child/student and sign below.  A signature implies that you both understand the class policies and agree to help me support them.  I will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the class, policies, requirements, or concerns. If you have questions please call me at 566-2010.  I invite you to meet or talk with you about your son or daughter's learning needs and progress in the class. Thank you for providing me this opportunity to instruct and assist your child/student this school year with your support.

Sincerely,

Mr. Frank Lopez, ROP Auto Mechanics Technician I Instructor

 

 

Date: __________________________________

 

Student Name:              ______________________________________                                ______

 

Student Signature:          __________________________                                ___________________          

 

Parents/Guardians Name:                                                                                                                  

 

Parents/Guardians Signature:                                                                                                               

 

School Attending:  _______________________________________________________________

 

ROP Class Site: __________________________________________________________________

 

Grade Level: _______________________

 

 

 

PLEASE NOTE:

 

This page is to be signed and returned to Mr. Lopez via your child/student.  He/She will then be able to participate in shop activities after this acknowledgement is returned to instructor.

 

 

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