Catalog Info
Title when registering
Basic Auto Elec
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
4 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
A study of basic automotive electricity theory and principles. Covers voltage, amperage, Ohm’s law, accessories, and lighting as well as series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. Reading of electrical schematics/wiring diagrams is covered. Also discusses the various meters that are used in the service of automobiles. Emphasizes circuit diagnosis and troubleshooting using proper diagnostic techniques and tools, including flex-probes.
Requirements are subject to change.
The information represented here is effective starting Fall 2020 and applies to the current catalog year.
If you were admitted prior to this year, please check your requirements under the
My Progress section of HFC Self Service.