Automotive Technologies

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AURETR032 Diagnose and repair automotive electrical systems

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Student Workbook Index

Description Page
Student Instructions 4
Assessment Information 5
Theory Questions
Questions 7

Unit Information

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Student Instructions
This Student Workbook contains all of the specific information, theory questions and
practical task instructions to prepare for the assessments in these units.

Refer to your lecturer for assessment dates and times.

The information required to complete the theory questions in this book can be found
from the following recommended sources:

• Automotive Mechanics 10 th Edition (Textbook or eBook)

McGraw Hill Education, May and Simpson.

• Lecturer delivery
(Presentations, videos, handouts, demonstrations, class discussions)

• Further research
(Workshop manuals, textbooks, magazines, PC programs, websites, Apps,
Industry experience and contacts)

Refer to the recommended information source at the beginning of each theory question
section.

If you have any questions regarding the theory questions please ask.

The information required to complete the practical tasks in this book will be from a
combination of theory knowledge, experience, research and lecturer demonstration.

Practical tasks are covered at the rear of this workbook.

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Assessment Information

Student Learning Resources

Provided by South Metro TAFE
South Metro TAFE Student Workbook.
Computer access, internet access and student account with data storage.
Workshop manuals (hardcopy and electronic), applicable tools and equipment.
Required by student
Textbook or eBook - May and Simpson, Automotive Mechanics 10th Edition.
Appropriate stationary and study equipment.
Appropriate work wear and PPE – trousers, work shirt, steel cap boots, safety glasses.
Electronic pdf reader is recommended. Eg. Your own laptop, tablet or e-Reader.

Assessment guidelines
Method Requirement
Written or verbal exam questions to assess aspects of competency that
Theory cannot be demonstrated during either practical task. Must answer all
correctly.
12 Questions with 2 Attempts
1st Attempt multiple choice, 2nd Attempt may require written responses
AURTTA018 Carry Out Diagnostic Procedures
Practical Assessment task here
Task 1

Practical Assessment task here

Task 2

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Notes

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Theory Questions
1. What precautions need to be taken when working near high voltage ignition systems?
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2.A customer comes in with a blown fuse in his spotlight circuit. The spotlight circuit has two 150
watt spotlights but you notice that the fuse that is blown in the circuit is 7.5amp.
Work out if this is the correct fuse to have in this circuit and show all working out.
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3.Draw a series circuit including a battery, fuse, switch and two lights.
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4.Draw a parallel circuit including a battery, fuse, switch and two lights.

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5.Draw a series parallel circuit. In the series circuit part a battery, fuse , switch and one light
then the parallel part another two lights.

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6.What is Ohms law?

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7.Using Kirchoffs law answer the following questions:

V1 12.60 Volts
V2 12.00 Volts
V3 0.00 Volts
A1 10 Amps

a) How much Volt drop would be indicated on Voltmeter 4?

b) What would Ammeter 2 indicate?

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8. With the knowledge of Faradays law what would happen in a coil of wire when the power is
switched off or disconnected?
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9.What circuit protection devices are used in automotive applications?

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10. How would you accurately select the correct wiring size for a modification or repair?
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11.Give three causes of electromagnetic interference and radiation within the automotive
vehicle?
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12.How is rotation achieved in a DC motor?

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13. What is the best tool for testing current flow in a circuit?
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14. What is the best tool for testing resistance in a circuit?

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15.
Fitted where? Why are they fitted? How do they work?

Wiper motors

Electric
windows

Electric door
locks

Fan motors

Horns

Lighting

Radio aerials

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16.When diagnosing automotive electrical systems using three assessment processes visual,
audible and also the functionality what would the expected results be for the following?
What would you see? What would you How would it
hear? perform?
The Component
has damage or
wear.
The Component
or connector has
corrosion.
The component
has water or
moisture ingress.

17.What is the most common cause of an open circuit?

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18.What is the most common cause of high resistance in a circuit?

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19.If a solenoid coil was to have a short circuit would the resistance reading of the coil be higher
or lower than the specification of the coil?
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20.If a solenoid coil was to have a short circuit would the resistance reading of the coil be higher
or lower than the specification of the coil?
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21.What would frayed wires in a circuit do to the resistance of the circuit?
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22. What would cause burnt wiring within a vehicle?

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23.What is the outcome of water or moisture ingress in an electrical component?

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24.What would a faulty or damaged connector do to the performance of an electrical circuit?

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25.What would be the outcome to an electrical circuit with a damaged terminal?

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26.Where would you find or locate a diagnostic flow chart?

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27. Draw a picture of a multimeter with correct setting and lead positions to test resistance in a
circuit.

28.Draw a picture of a multimeter with correct setting and lead positions to test Current flow in
a circuit.

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29.Write a procedure for testing volt drop on a basic circuit.
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30.What would be the correct process for testing terminals without causing damage to
connectors, fuse holders or wiring?
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31. Digital Multimeters

• Where would you use them?

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• How would you set them up?

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• When using them is there any safety precautions?

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32.Test Lights or probes.
• Where would you use them?
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• How would you set them up?
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• When using them is there any safety precautions?
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33.Oscilloscopes
• Where would you use them?
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• How would you set them up?
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• When using them is there any safety precautions?

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34.Explain the repair procedure for soldering two wires together.
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35.Explain the repair procedure for crimping a terminal to a wire.
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36.Explain the repair procedure for removing and replacing a plug include replacing pins.
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37.Explain the repair procedure for removing and replacing a whole electrical system and the
components.
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38.After you have made a repair on an electrical system please explain how you would check
that the electrical connectors are making a good connection?
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39.After you have made a repair on an electrical system please explain how you would check the
current flow through the system?
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40.After your repair while testing the circuit how would you confirm that the readings you have
are good?
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