Credit- Degree applicable | Effective Quarter: Fall 2020 | I. Catalog Information
| AUTO 53A | Automotive Mechanisms | 4 Unit(s) |
| Advisory: EWRT 211 and READ 211, or ESL 272 and 273; MATH 212 or equivalent. Lec Hrs: 36.00
Lab Hrs: 36.00
Out of Class Hrs: 72.00
Total Student Learning Hrs: 144.00 The application of physical principles to the operation of mechanical and hydraulic systems, using an applied physics technique. |
| Student Learning Outcome Statements (SLO)
| | Demonstrate the ability to diagram and construct compound mechanical and pneumatic machines, calculating the mechanical advantage for the individual components as well as the complete system. |
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II. Course Objectives A. | Explain motion and equilibrium. |
B. | Classify lever systems and applications. |
C. | Describe the function of an incline plane. |
D. | Explain the various uses of pulley systems. |
E. | Explain the power distribution through compound gear sets. |
F. | Describe the differences in hydraulic and pneumatic systems. |
G. | Classify the individual components in compound and complex machines. |
III. Essential Student Materials | Scientific calculator (TI 30 or equivalent). |
IV. Essential College Facilities | Appropriate mechanisms laboratory. |
V. Expanded Description: Content and Form A. | Explain motion and equilibrium. |
B. | Classify lever systems and applications. |
1. | First, second and third class levers. |
2. | Calculations of gains vs. losses. |
3. | Identification and uses. |
C. | Describe the function of an incline plane. |
1. | Calculations of gains vs. losses. |
3. | Use of the screw-thread. |
D. | Explain the various uses of pulley systems. |
1. | Use as a first, second, or third class lever |
2. | Calculations of gains vs. losses |
E. | Explain the power distribution through compound gear sets. |
4. | Calculations of gains vs. losses. |
F. | Describe the differences in hydraulic and pneumatic systems. |
3. | Pressure measuring systems and meters. |
6. | Calculations of gains vs. losses. |
G. | Classify the individual components in compound and complex machines. |
1. | Identification procedures. |
2. | Calculations of gains vs. losses. |
VI. Assignments A. | Reading from Workbooks. |
C. | Problem-solving quizzes |
E. | Objective examinations that correlate to workbooks |
F. | A comprehensive and objective final examination |
G. | Class participation per department policy. |
VII. Methods of Instruction | Lecture and visual aids
Discussion of assigned reading
Discussion and problem solving performed in class
Quiz and examination review performed in class
Collaborative learning and small group exercises
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VIII. Methods of Evaluating Objectives A. | Number of correctly answered questions on the quizzes and examinations |
B. | Completeness of assignments on workbooks and worksheets |
C. | Number of correctly answered questions and the final examinations |
IX. Texts and Supporting References A. | Examples of Primary Texts and References |
1. | Mechanical Workbook provided on Course Management System |
2. | Fluid Power Workbook provided on Course Management System |
B. | Examples of Supporting Texts and References |
X. Lab Topics A. | Experimentally examine First, Second, Third class levers. Calculating gains vs. losses and identify their uses. |
B. | Prove the function of an incline plane and the relationship to the screw thread. |
C. | Demonstrate the mechanical advantage of pulley systems. |
D. | Experimentally demonstrate the power distribution through compound gear sets |
E. | Utilize Fluid pressure to gain strength or distance. |
F. | Prove experimentally the mechanical advantage of compound and complex machines. |
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