AUM 267 Engine Performance 2

Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 6
Credits: 5

Focuses on automotive fuel injection and ignition systems involving computer functions, inputs, commands, system diagnosis, causes of emissions, and testing of related systems. Covers turbocharging and supercharging.

Prerequisite: AUM 262, AUM 263, AUM 266, and AUM 277, each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Describe computer control inputs, commands, and operations.
List automotive fuel injection types and operation and describe testing.
Describe engine knocks, detonation, pre-ignition, timing, and formulate service solutions.
Define basic emissions and testing procedures.
Discuss ignition systems and operation.
Explain the operation of turbochargers and superchargers and their controls.
Compare the operation of OBD I and II emission systems.
Explain operation of alternate and multiple fuel vehicles.

Content Outline

Automotive Fuel Injection
- History to Current Designs with Computer Controls
Advanced Fuel Injection Operation and Diagnosis
Emissions and Emission Types
- Testing
- Instruments
- Diagnostics
Automotive Ignition Systems
- History to Current Designs with Computer Controls
Turbo-charger and Super Charger Operations
Flex Fuel and Alternate Fuel Vehicles