Overview
The 3rd course in a 3 part series completes information about batteries, charging systems, and starting systems. Each key topic clearly explains the underlying electricity/electronics concepts and provides step-by-step instruction in how to perform related testing and servicing procedures safely and effectively. Topics in this course include fundamentals, components and troubleshooting of charging system, as well as how to service an AC generator. 55 interactions actively involve the learner in the training. Lesson interactions provide the learner opportunities to apply what he or she has learned. The computer assesses the learner's level of understanding of all learning objectives. When the learner answers a question incorrectly the computer provides remedial instruction and reviews the material until the learner can answer correctly. All questions in this course are fully narrated. Narrations enhance comprehension and are welcome support for learners with reading skill deficits and when English is the learner's second language.
Mastery's exclusive Follow-up Review, standard in all Mastery Advantage courses, provides time-delayed reinforcement and review of the learner's newly acquired knowledge. The Follow-up Review enhances the transfer of newly acquired knowledge to the learner's long-term memory.
The Learner navigates through the course and its resources using the standard Mastery Control Bar. Course resources include a fully narrated glossary of terms. Each term is pronounced and its definition read aloud to the learner. A topical index provides a complete map to the instructional material. The learner can ask for all course information on any topic at any time during the lesson presentations.
Understand charging system fundamentals.
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Describe the need for the charging system. |
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Explain how induction is used in the charging system. |
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Explain the differences between AC and DC generators. |
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Describe the alternating current. |
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Explain the function of the voltage regulator. |
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Understand charging system components.
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Explain how the output of the AC Generator is rated. |
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Describe the components used in the AC Generator. |
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Explain the differences between Delta and Wye stators. |
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Describe the function of the diodes used in the Rectifier Bridge. |
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Explain the process of Rectification. |
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Understand charging system troubleshooting.
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Describe the preliminary checks used to diagnose a problem in the charging system. |
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List the precautions that should be followed when working on the charging system. |
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Explain how to diagnose a no charge, undercharge or overcharge condition. |
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Describe the function of the Charge Warning Light. |
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Explain the diagnostic procedures for abnormal charging system operation. |
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Demonstrate the methods used to test the output of the AC Generator. |
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Understand AC generator service.
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Describe the procedures used to safely remove an AC Generator from the vehicle. |
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List the steps to disassemble the AC Generator. |
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Demonstrate how to check the rotor and stator for shorts and opens. |
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Describe the function of the Charge Warning Light. |
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Explain how diodes are checked. |
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Describe the procedures use to correctly reassemble the AC Generator. |
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Demonstrate how the AC Generator is installed and tested. |
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