ATCH 152 Syllabus

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ATCH 152–Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)

Fall - CRN 70723, Spring CRN 32125

Synchronous Lecture -  for CRN 32125 - Tuesday/Thursday 11:30 AM- 12:50 PM

Description- Presents the principles of internal combustion engines encompassing design, construction and application of engine components, including the ignition, cooling, lubricating, fuel systems, and engine tests and measurements.

This is a lecture only course. For Spring 2021, it is exclusively in an ONLINE mode, due to COVID 19 concerns. Lectures will be synchronous.

Prerequisites- None

Instructor

Mr. John Stokes, CMAT.   

E-mail- jstokes@cuesta.edu

Phone - 546-3100 ext. 2115, Mobile: 805-619-0728

Office is room 4301

Office Hours are: Virtual hours Mon/Wed 9:30 am- 12 pm.

Objectives –Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

Understand the terminology, demonstrate, and explain basic principles of automobile engines, including the four-stroke cycle.

Demonstrate and be able explain an understanding of engine construction and design.

Understand, be able to explain, and identify common engine components.

Understand and be able to explain common measurements of automotive engines.

Understand and be able to explain the principles and basic operation of engine support systems including:

Lubrication

Cooling

Fuel delivery and air induction

Starting and Charging

Ignition

Emission controls

Understand simple electrical circuits.

COVID-19 Note:

As you all know, we are in unprecedented times. Things often change daily, if not hourly. This class is considered best to be taught in person, and not virtually. Given the current set of circumstances, we will do the best that we can. While we try very hard to consider all possible scenarios, we just may not have all the information needed to be able to anticipate everything. We may need to attach addendums to the syllabus if it becomes necessary. Please be flexible as we try to navigate these new and uncharted waters.

Assignments

Textbook – Halderman, James D., Automotive Engines: Theory and Servicing, Ninth Edition, Pearson Education Inc., 2018. 

ISBN# 0-13-465400-5 

Reading assignments weekly. (CA. Ed. Code section 55002, Cuesta Board Policy)  The date on the calendar is the date the reading assignment and homework is due.  Read the assigned material before viewing the lecture.  Reading, comprehending, and communication is an essential part of almost all current careers.  Students MUST be able to access, analyze, and interpret a variety of service information from various mediums.  Very few automotive technicians are successful unless they are able and willing to read and communicate at high levels.

Written homework, from textbook and lecture, averaging once per week. Late homework is not permitted this semester.

3 exams, including the final, typically multiple choice.

Quizzes and special assignments as needed.

Auto Technology home page:
http://academic.cuesta.edu/engtech/auto.htmLinks to an external site.m

Grading – Grades will be based on the following scale from possible points earned:

Your grade will be based on the following weight:

Exams................................................. 50%

Homework......................................... 30%

Quizzes............................................... 20%

The following scale will be used for Final Grades

90-100%-------------------------- A

80-89%---------------------------- B

70-79%---------------------------- C

60-69%---------------------------- D

Below 60%----------------------- F

Lectures - all lectures for this course will be fully online. They should be posted on Canvas at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled lecture time. Please see calendar for subject matter. As stated above, please read the assigned chapter prior to viewing the lectures.

Exams - There will be 2 mid-term exams (100 points each) and one final exam (200 points) (see calendar for dates).  Exams will primarily focus on material covered since the last exam. The final exam will be comprehensive.  If you must miss an exam, you must contact the instructor prior to missing the exam in order to receive any consideration.  No make up exams will be given unless there is prior authorization.  Exams will be given via Canvas this semester. 

Quizzes will be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance and will be available during the scheduled class time. Unless otherwise noted, all tests and quizzes will be open note.  You are encouraged to take notes from the textbook and from the lectures. 

Homework is assigned weekly, on average, and will be available on Canvas and must be submitted by midnight on the day it is due.  No late homework will be accepted.  The instructor will post on Canvas all homework assignments at least one week prior to homework being due.

Important Dates

For a complete list of all important dates visit the Cuesta web site at:

http://www.cuesta.edu/student/documents/admissions_records/studentcalendar.pdfLinks to an external site.

Additionally, all documentation for this course, as well as other Cuesta information, can be found on the Canvas web site. Go to cuesta.edu and click on the “Canvas” tab. Look for the ATCH 152 Course that you are enrolled in.  On the left-hand side, click on “Files”. Navigate to the files or documentation as needed.

It is strongly recommended that you download and install the “Canvas” application on your smartphone or tablet. Almost all communication will take place through Canvas this semester.

Special Needs

If you have a disability, or any other special need that may affect your ability to work in class, bring it to my attention as soon as possible so that we can make appropriate accommodations.

Student Conduct

Students are expected to behave in a professional and responsible manner and should adhere to the Cuesta College Academic Honesty and Student Code of Conduct policy.  Here is a summary of the policy:

You will exhibit honesty with regard to your own work.  You will not copy other peoples’ work and will not cheat on exams.  You may be dropped from the class or receive a failing grade for violating the academic honesty policy. 

Students are expected to conduct themselves professionally and properly while in class and on campus.  An instructor may remove a student from class for a time for unacceptable conduct.  An instructor may also drop a student from class who is neglecting the work of the course.

For a complete description of this and other policies, go to:

http://www.cuesta.edu/aboutcc/planning/vpss/student_judicial_process.htmlLinks to an external site.

Attendance / Drops

If you decide to drop this class, please have the courtesy to notify the instructor and complete the proper paperwork with the records office.  If you do not officially drop, school policy requires a grade of “F” for the semester.

 

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