Subject: Automotive Shop
1. Topic-
Electrical Systems
 
2. Content-
The automotive electrical system consists of wires, lights, motors, circuits fuses, relays, and switches.

Key vocabulary Voltage, Current, Resistance, Battery, Starting System, Charging System, Electrical Circuit Devices, Lights, Computer
 
3. Goals: Aims/Outcomes-
1.This chapter provides the basics on how to maintain, test and repair electrical system components.

2.Test starter and alternator

3.Clean and test a battery safely.
 
4. Objectives-
1.Define electricity in terms of voltage, current, and resistance.
2.Identify and describe the components in the starting and charging systems.
3.Explain battery performance ratings.
 
5. Materials and Aids-
Text book AutoUpkeep.
Power point Electrical System
 
6. Procedures/Methods-

A. Introduction-

1.What is the purpose of an automotive battery?
2.What is the difference between voltage, current, and resistance.

3.Why is it important to replace a blown fuse with the correct amperage rating?
 

B. Development-

1. Learning by watching.
2.By practicing trial and error.
3.By real world problem-solving
 

C. Practice-

1.NATEF Standards Task A7 demonstrate the proper use of a digital multimeter (DMM) during diagnosis of electrical problems.
2.Task A-8 Check electrical circuits with a test light; determine necessary action.
 

D. Independent Practice-

1. Note taking from power point presentation.
2.Work book study questions.
3.Anticipation guides work sheet for better understanding.
 

E. Accommodations (Differentiated Instruction)-

1.Some student will have a class room assignment that do not want to participate on shop vehicles.
2.Some students will be able to use textbook.
3.Some students will be able to take home assignment for more time and outside help with assignment.
 

F. Checking for understanding-

1.Check bell ringer sheets.
2.Anticipation guides to work together in groups.
3.Chapter tests.
 

G. Closure-

1.Reflection log.
2.Discussion for understanding
 
7. Evaluation-
1.Test scores
2.Chapter study questions.
 
8. Teacher Reflection-
Too many absents to keep whole class together.
Too many late arrivals.
Too many outside distraction with cell phones.
 

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