AUT 114

CYLINDER HEAD SERVICE

COURSE OUTLINE

SPRING SEMESTER 2009

 

Instructor:  Gary Phares                                  Final Exam:  May 5, 2009

Phone:  257-6676                                                           Email:  gphares@nvcc.edu portable phone 703-257-5328

Office hours: M 0700 – 1630, T 0830 – 1800,W 0930 – 1800, R 1000 – 1600, F 0700-1530

 

TEXT: Automotive Engine Repair & Rebuilding, 4th edition by Chek-Chart.  This is a 2 book set which includes the Shop Manual.  Copyright 2005.

 

CONTENT:

AUT 114 is designed to provide the student with a thorough knowledge of the design and performance characteristics of the upper engine assembly and valve drive mechanisms.  Additionally, discussion and application includes the inspection and measurement techniques used to determine what overall operations are required.  The course will provide the required machining skills necessary to completely remanufacture cylinder head and valve drive mechanisms.

 

 

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

 

a.      Develop a thorough knowledge of design and performance of various types of upper engine designs with particular emphasis on the overhead valve configurations.

 

b.      Develop the skills necessary to operate the various machine shop tools and equipment required to rebuild or remanufacture cylinder heads including:

  1. valve face and seat re-facing.
  2. valve guide repairs and/or replacement
  3. head resurfacing
  4. rocker arm stud removal and replacement
  5. valve seat replacement
  6. valve stem re-facing and hardening
  7. crack detection and repair
  8. rust and scale removal from water passages
  9. steam hot tank, and glass bead cleaning
  10. determination of camshaft specifications
  11. measurement

 

c.      Formulate safe and proper work habits necessary for the successful operation of an automotive machine shop.

 

MAJOR ELEMENTS OF CONTENT:

 

  1. Physical principles of power and engine fundamentals.
  2. Contemporary power plants.
  3. Pre-tear down diagnosis and general methods of  cleaning.
  4. Engine removal and disassembly.
  5. Breathing systems
  6. Heads and crack repair
  7. Valves, valve guides and seals, seats and valve parts, valve spring assemblies, valve lifters and tappets.
  8. Rocker arms and push rods.
  9. Camshafts and cam drives
  10. Upper engine assembly.

 

 

 

 

 

 

GENERAL:

Study the entire text, specific readings will be assigned; however, students are responsible for both the

classroom and shop texts.  Students should review the Student Handbook, especially Section I “Rights and Responsibilities”, Section II “Student Conduct”, and Section VI “Student Dishonesty”.  Students found cheating will receive a 0 for the activity.

 

 

QUIZZES:

Expect a quiz at the beginning of each class.  Additional quizzes may be given at any time.  In the event that you miss a quiz, you must contact me to take a make-up.  Make-ups may be out of class written assignments or in class presentations.

 

 

ATTENDANCE:

Regular attendance is strongly recommended.  The quizzes, tests, and laboratory contract are the basis of your grade.  Missing class or lab will effect your ability to pass the course.  Let me know if you will not be able to make class by leaving a message on my answering machine! Missing 3 or more classes will drop your final grade by one letter grade.

 

STUDENT ASSISTANCE: Students who have special needs or require accommodations need to inform the instructor and Counseling Dept.  Please let me know by the end of the second class/lab period.

 

CLASS START/END TIMES:

Class begins at 6:00 pm and ends at 10:45 pm on Tuesday evenings.  In the event I am delayed more than 10 minutes beyond the beginning of class, students are instructed to contact the Science and Technology division secretary located in Colgan Hall at 257-6604/6605 for directions.

 

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:

The college policy for canceling classes due to inclement weather is not campus specific.  The decision to cancel classes for the entire college is made in the afternoon for evening classes.  This information is available on local radio and TV stations as well as NOVACONNECT.  (703)330-3770 Prince William County, or (703)323-3770 Northern Virginia areal.

IN REGARDS TO TRAVEL TO CLASS DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, USE COMMON SENSE.  IF THE ROADS ARE UNSAFE, DO NOT DRIVE!

 

 

COURSE WITHDRAWAL:

In the event you are unable to complete the course requirements and wish to withdraw, You are responsible for completing the necessary forms available at the Admissions and Records office to obtain a “W” grade.  Failure to do so on your part is a failing grade for the course.

 

 

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

1.    Achieve a passing average in the quizzes.

2.      Achieve a passing average in the midterm and final exams.

3.    Complete necessary lab work/assignments.

 

 

GRADES:

Lab Work              40%        A = 91 - 100

Quizzes                 20%        B = 81 - 90

Midterm exam       20%        C = 71 - 80

Final exam             20%        D = 61 - 70

Total                      100%      F = Below 61

 

 

FINAL EXAM DATE:   Tuesday May 5, 2009