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MCT 102 – Motorcycle Electrical Systems
Course
Description
This course covers the theory, operation and repair of
electrical systems and components on modern motorcycles. Upon completion, the
student should be able to diagnose service, rebuild and adjust the components
of various motorcycle electrical and accessory systems.
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Competency Areas |
Hours |
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Basic
Electrical Theory and Ohms Law |
Class |
6 |
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D. Lab |
0 |
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Ignition
System Service Diagnosis and Repair |
P.
Lab/O.B.I. |
3 |
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Lighting
and Accessory Systems |
Credit |
7 |
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Proper
Use of Test Equipment |
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Prerequisite: |
MCT 100,
MCT 110, MCT 112 |
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Corequisite: |
None |
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Course Guide |
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Competency |
After completing this section,
the student will be able to: |
Hours |
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Class |
D.Lab
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P.Lab/ O.B.I. |
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Basic Electrical
Theory and Ohms Law |
10 |
0
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5 |
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Explain
the principles of electricity |
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Describe
the action of electric circuits. |
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Describe
the principles of magnetism and magnetic fields. |
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Identify
electrical and electronic components. |
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Explain
different kinds of motorcycle wiring. |
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Make
electrical repairs. |
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10 |
0
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5 |
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Describe
the two types of batteries used in motorcycles. |
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Demonstrate
an understanding of how to care for batteries. |
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Name the
components of an AC charging system. |
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Explain
half and full-wave rectification. |
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Explain
the differences between mechanical and electronic voltage regulators. |
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Make
necessary alternator service tests. |
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Describe
the operation of permanent magnet and electromagnetic alternators. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair charging systems. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair relay circuits. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair electric starter systems. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair starter motors. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair starter safety switches. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair excessive voltage drop faults. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair shorts to ground and shorts to power. |
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Ignition System Service Diagnosis
and Repair |
15 |
0
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7 |
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Describe
the operating principles of an ignition system. |
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Explain the
function of each major part of an ignition system. |
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Explain
vacuum and centrifugal advance. |
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Compare
contact point, magneto, and electronic ignition systems. |
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Describe
the operation of ignition systems. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair a battery/points ignition system. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair a battery/electronic ignition system. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair a magneto ignition system. |
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Troubleshoot
and repair a CDI ignition system. |
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Lighting and Accessory Systems |
10 |
0
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5 |
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Describe
the major components of a motorcycle lighting system. |
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Explain
the fundamental troubleshooting procedures for the various accessory systems. |
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Identify
the important motorcycle wiring devices. |
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Demonstrate
an understanding of the importance of switches and circuit protectors in
electrical circuits. |
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Describe
the operation of a typical cruise control. |
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Proper Use of Test Equipment |
15 |
0
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8 |
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Properly
connect a voltmeter, ohmmeter, and ammeter to a circuit. |
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Perform
fundamental electrical tests. |
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Demonstrate
the proper use of diagnostic scopes as test equipment. |
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Demonstrate
proper use of a peak voltage meter. |
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Suggested Resources |
Motorcycles, Fundamentals, Service
and Repair. Goodheart-Wilcox ISBN 1-56637-479-0
Johns, Edmundson and Sharff (1999).
Workbook for Motorcycles,
Fundamentals, Service and Repair. Goodheart-Wilcox ISBN 1-56637-480-4
John Hart (1999).
CourseSG.081105.Dot
Posted: 08/07/06