Department:

Department of Automotive and Mechanical

Programme Name:

Light Automotive

Programme Description

This module covers the competence required to classify, understand the properties and work with engineering materials  of the trade. Therefore, understanding the type of material is used in the vehicle will greatly reduce the time spent on repairs.The programme will be conducted in a simulated environment in conjunction with classroom presentations. All students will have instructions in workshop operations and procedures. The programme is also structured to ensure numbers of competency for the programme are achieved at the end of the course. Each competencies of this programme will link to the level 4 of the Automotive National Qualifications.

Course Learnings

Knowledge in mechanical terminology,
Basic understanding on leverage and its application to the automotive industry,
Knowledge on mechanical advantages and assistance,
Knowledge on frictional materials and its applications,
Types of dampening materials use in automotive industry,
Knowledge on hydraulic principles and its application to an automotive industry,
What is hydraulic assistance and its application to the automotive industry,
How do hydraulic damping works and its application to the industry,
Basic procedure in servicing hydraulic system,
Knowledge on pneumatic principles and its application to an automotive industry,
Basic procedure in servicing pneumatic machines, tools and other related equipment\'s,
Differentiate materials used in automotive industry,
Know what is ferrous and non-ferrous material and their applications,
Know what is metallic and non-metallic material and their applications,
Precautions that must be taken when working with different materials,
Heat treatment on materials and knowledge on what is heat,
Basic knowledge on power train, 

Level

Certificate

Notes

Fees