Preventive Maintenance

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Explain the importance of preventive maintenance.
Identify lubrication points and intervals
Determine when to top up or replace oil and water in the system
Carry out routine maintenance

STARTING SYSTEM

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Identify the main components of the starting system.
State the functions of each component.

IGNITION SYSTEM

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Identify 3 types of ignition systems.
identify the main components of the ignition system and state their functions
Differentiate between types of ignition system used in motor vehicles.

AUTO-WIRING SYSTEM

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State reason for using different wire gauge and colour coding
Connect cables using joining, terminals and connectors.
Use soldering iron and crimpers.

FUNDAMENTALS

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State and explain the basic electrical terms and symbols.
Sketch simple electrical system using appropriate symbols
Use electrical measuring instruments
Carry out simple electrical calculations

REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY

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Identify and list main components.
Sketch rear axle and label the main parts.
State their functions.

GEAR BOX

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Identify 3 types of gearing systems and layout.
Sketch three speed sliding mesh gear box.
Describe its operation

CLUTCH ASSMBLY

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Identify and list the main parts.
State the functions of the main parts.

SYSTEM LAYOUT

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Make a line sketch of a conventional transmission system.
Label its parts and indicate the location oil seals.
Describe the operation of, ,the system.

ENGINE COMPONENTS

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Identify the main components of an engine and their relative po:;ition.
Describf! the function of the main components.

ENGINE TYPES

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List the various types of engine and their applications.

SAFETY IN AUTO-MOBILE WORKSHOP

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Identify the various safety rules to be observed in the workshop
Demonstrate how to use hand tools, power tools and compressed air safely
Demonstrate the use of jacks, hoist and jack stand safety

AUTO-WORKSHOP

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Identify the various activities involved in automobile maintenance.
State their functions in relation to automobile maintenance.
Differentiate between maintenance and repairs.

VEHICLE LAYOUT

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Sketch the body and chassis layout of a motor vehicle.
Identify the main components in motor vehicle.
list their functions

Troubleshooting

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Tell the signs for malfunctioning unit in the auxiliary system.
Remove where appropriate) the faulty link or unit.
Service or repair the faulty unit.
Replace the repaired or new unit.
Test for functionality.

Troubleshooting

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Tell the sign for faulty head lamp main beam.
Recognize faulty head lamp dim lamp.
Tell when search light is not working well or not working at all.
Repair the fault from any part of the lighting circuit.
Test for Functionality

Diode testing, repair/ replacement

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Recognize diode failure
Identify the nature of diode failure.
Remove faulty diode.
Replace(re-solder) new diode.
Test for effectiveness

Brush and bearing replacement

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Identify the sign for brush replacement need.
Identify the need for bearing failure.
Punch out and replace brushes and bearing.
Re-install the alternator.
Register appropriate drive-belt tension.