AUT 22 - Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Lecture

Transfer Status

CSU

Prerequisite

AUT 3 (or concurrent enrollment)

Corequisite

AUT 23

Unit(s)

2.00

• Lecture: 34.00 Contact hours/68.00 Out of class hours/102.00 Total hours/2.00 Unit(s)
• Total: 34.00 Contact hours/68.00 Out of class hours/102.00 Total hours/2.00 Unit(s)

Course Description: In this course students study the theory and principles of operation of automotive Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems as well as engine cooling system operation and repair. Basic laws of heat transfer, refrigeration and compression/expansion of liquid/vapor are introduced.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Utilize proper use of personal protective equipment while working on and around automotive HVAC systems.
2. Identify automotive HVAC system component design and function.
3. Explain and define the theory and operation of the automotive HVAC system.
4. Explain best practice repair procedures and proper equipment usage.
5. Implement environmental and regulatory considerations for automotive HVAC systems.

Topic Titles / Suggested Time Topic

Lecture

1. Collaborative Group Work
2. Discussion
3. Homework: Students are required to complete two hours of outside-of-class homework for each hour of lecture
4. Instructor Demonstrations
5. Lecture
6. Multimedia Presentations
7. Reading Assignments

1. Exams/Tests
2. Homework
3. Class participation
4. Final Examination

Reading Assignments

1. After reading the chapter on "Air Conditioning Theory" in the textbook, be prepared to verbally discuss the four stroke process.
2. After reading the BAR "Write it Right" handbook, be prepared to discuss the document requirements for a legal Air Conditioning System diagnosis and repair.

Writing Assignments

1. In your classroom lecture notebook, write short answers (two sentence minimum) for each of the ten questions from today's lecture.
2. In your classroom lecture notebook, write a one-page summary of what you learned in today's lecture.

Out-of-Class Assignments

1. Read the chapter on "Air Conditioning Theory" in your textbook and complete the end of chapter quiz.
2. Using at least three paragraphs, summarize what you learned this week in class. Include objectives met and applications of new concepts.

Halderman, J. (2018). Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning. Pearson, 8th. 9780134603698.

Other Learning Materials

Parts, accessories and complete systems or units of the automobile are used at the appropriate time to convey related information, shop work study and reference.

Automotive Technology