This automotive engines course studies and demonstrates the theory and principles of operation of the automotive four stroke cycle engine. The student will develop an understanding of the systems necessary to make the engine perform as designed, such as cooling, fuel, ignition and lubrication. This is a one or two quinmester credit course of 45…

This automotive power flow system course sets the foundation in the theory of operation of the standard and automatic transmission, clutch assemblies, drive-line and rear axle assemblies. This is a one or two quinmester credit course covering 45 clock hours. In the fourth quinmester course in the tenth year, instruction consists of lectures,…

This document presents an outline for a 135-hour course designed to provide the student with all the skills, technical knowledge, safety practices, and general information that is required to understand the theory of operation, to diagnose, and to service the units that make up the power flow system of the automobile. The course of study includes…

The instructor's guide is designed to present an understanding of the automotive hydraulic brake system and to help individuals develop new skills for employment in this specialized field of automotive service. Applicable for secondary or adult education, this guide describes: the brake system, types of brakes, diagnosis and correction of brake…

This project explored the feasibility of using the correspondence study concept as a means of providing vocational education. A search of the literature supplied information on the past use of independent study programs in vocational education and other areas. Factors related to the acceptance, cost, and development of independent study programs…

The basic reading course outlined in this student handbook emphasizes the decoding process. The contents consist of a letter-and-sound spelling chart and 87 course modules which are based on single-letter and letter-combination sounds. Many of the modules include exercises, and some contain reading material. (JM)

This guide designed to assist teachers in improving instruction in the area of automotive emission control curriculum includes four areas. Each area consists of one or more units of instruction, with each instructional unit including some or all of the following basic components: Performance objectives, suggested activities for teacher and…

To meet the need for technical updating and media development for automotive teachers, a short course was offered on the campus of Ferris State College in the summer of 1975. The innovative program proved highly practical in implementation and was favorably evaluated by the participants. (Author/BP)

Describes the Career Education Center's (Florida State University) development of the "Automotive Mechanics Catalog" (a job inventory noting performance objectives for specific occupational programs), using the Vocational-Technical Education Consortium of States (V-TECS) model. Also describes the development of curriculum materials using…

Consists of an interview with Pete Haralovich, owner of a repair shop for foreign cars, who has worked at a variety of occupations. Highlights the need for a vocational emphasis in education. (CH)

A study was conducted to identify effective recruitment techniques as reported by students within baccalaureate automotive technology programs. Participants in the study were 382 students (freshmen through seniors) of 8 universities in the United States that offer automotive technology baccalaureate degrees. The following sixteen recruitment…

Description of program at Staples (Minnesota) Area Vocational-Technical Institute. (MS)

A report on a study to determine the effectiveness of multimedia laboratory instruction as compared to the conventional lecture/demonstration technique when teaching the repair and servicing of carburetors to tenth-grade students. (Author)

Describes a self-demonstration experiment designed to teach the principles of the spark-ignition system. (SB)