Course Descriptions
TRN 120A
Basic Transp Electrical Lab 0 3 1 This course provides a lab that allows students to enhance their understanding of electrical components and circuits used in the transportation industry. Topics include inspection, diagnosis, and repair of electrical components and circuits using appropriate service information for specific transportation systems. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose and service electrical components and circuits used in transportation systems. Competencies 1. Measure current with a digital multi-meter at various points on an electrical circuit in a transportation vehicle. 2. Measure voltage drops with a digital multi-meter at various points in an electrical circuit on a transportation vehicle. 3. Measure the resistance of various electrical components with a digital multi-meter to determine if resistance meets the required specifications as indicated by relevant information. 4. Given a transportation vehicle with a fault in the battery, perform a battery load test using recommended lab equipment. 5. Given a transportation vehicle with a fault in the charging system, perform a charging system test using recommended lab equipment. 6. Given a transportation vehicle with a fault in the starter motor system, perform starter / cranking system test using the recommended lab equipment. 7. Given a wiring diagram and appropriate service information, properly repair electrical / electronic circuits found on transportation vehicles. Corequisites:
Volume 34
TRN 120
BCCC General Catalog 2013-2014
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