Exhaust System
Identify and describe modern exhaust system parts and functions.
Explain the operation of an exhaust system.
Remove and replace the exhaust gasket
Fuel
Describe the characteristic of gasoline and diesel fuels
Crank Arrangement(Crankshaft Configuration)
Sketch the line diagram of the 4 and 6 cylinder in line engine
Sketch the line diagram of the crank arrangement v-6 and v- 8 cylinder horizontally opposed engine
Identify the main parts of the crankshaft
Air and Water Cooling System
List the components of air and water cooling
Describe the function the components
State advantages and disadvantages of air and water cooling system.
Remove and replace the components.
Cooling System and Its Requirements
Describe how heat is transferred away from the combustion chamber
Explain the effect of low, normal and high temperature on engine performance.
Fuel System
Sketch the layout of the system and label the components
List and explain the functions of the main components
Locate and examine faults in the fuel system
Starting System
Locate and rectify simple starting faults
Lighting System
Locate faults in the lighting system
Replace bulbs and fuses
Align head lamps
Fault Diagnosis
Diagnose faults using appropriate equipment
Preventive Maintenance
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
Identify the main components of the starting system.
State the functions of each component.
IGNITION SYSTEM
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
State reason for using different wire gauge and colour coding
Connect cables using joining, terminals and connectors.
Use soldering iron and crimpers.
FUNDAMENTALS
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
Identify and list main components.
Sketch rear axle and label the main parts.
State their functions.
PROPELLER SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL JOINT
Identify various types of universal joints.
Sketch a universal joint and propeller shaft.
State the function of both
GEAR BOX
Identify 3 types of gearing systems and layout.
Sketch three speed sliding mesh gear box.
Describe its operation
CLUTCH ASSMBLY
Identify and list the main parts.
State the functions of the main parts.
SYSTEM LAYOUT
Make a line sketch of a conventional transmission system.
Label its parts and indicate the location oil seals.
Describe the operation of, ,the system.
PRINCIPLES OF FOUR STROKE CYCLE (PETROL AND DIESEL)
Identify and explain the basic principle of four stroke cycle.