SMALL ENGINE REPAIR CURRICULUM
ATC7010 Small Engine Repair Curriculum
ATC7010 Small Engine Repair
Monday – Friday, Two Block Period, 18 Weeks
This 18-week Small Engine Repair course is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and hands-on skills in maintaining and repairing small engines. The course begins with foundational topics, such as engine components and operation, followed by in-depth studies of fuel, lubrication, and electrical systems. Students will engage in practical activities including disassembling and reassembling engines, diagnosing and troubleshooting common issues, and performing routine maintenance. Specific attention is given to engines used in Arctic environments, with specialized projects on ATVs, snowmobiles, and outboard motors. Students will learn to modify engines for optimal performance in extreme cold conditions and practice winterizing techniques. The course also includes advanced topics like rebuilding engines and understanding variable valve timing and fuel injection systems. Throughout, emphasis is placed on safety, precision, and the application of skills in real-world scenarios, culminating in final projects and practical exams to showcase their proficiency.
Textbook: Small Gas Engines (Twelfth Edition, Revised) by Alfred C. Roth, Blake Fisher, W. Scott Gauthier
Week 1: Introduction to Small Engines
- Lecture: Overview of small engine types and applications
- Reading: Chapter 1 - Introduction to Small Gas Engines
- Activity: Safety protocols and shop orientation
- Assignment: Write a one-page paper on the importance of small engines in the Arctic
Week 2: Basic Engine Components and Operation
- Lecture: Engine components and their functions
- Reading: Chapter 2 - Basic Engine Components
- Activity: Identify and label engine parts on an actual engine
- Project: Disassemble a small engine and inventory the parts
Week 3: Engine Cycle and Theory
- Lecture: Four-stroke and two-stroke engine cycles
- Reading: Chapter 3 - Engine Theory
- Activity: Create a diagram of the engine cycle
- Assignment: Quiz on engine components and cycles
Week 4: Fuel Systems
- Lecture: Fuel types and delivery systems
- Reading: Chapter 4 - Fuel Systems
- Activity: Inspect and clean a carburetor
- Project: Rebuild a carburetor from an ATV
Week 5: Lubrication Systems
- Lecture: Lubrication methods and importance
- Reading: Chapter 5 - Lubrication Systems
- Activity: Change the oil and inspect the lubrication system
- Assignment: Write a report on the role of lubrication in engine performance
Week 6: Electrical Systems
- Lecture: Ignition systems, spark plugs, and electrical circuits
- Reading: Chapter 6 - Electrical Systems
- Activity: Test and replace spark plugs
- Project: Diagnose and repair electrical issues on a snowmobile
Week 7: Cooling and Exhaust Systems
- Lecture: Cooling methods and exhaust system design
- Reading: Chapter 7 - Cooling and Exhaust Systems
- Activity: Inspect and service an exhaust system
- Project: Evaluate and repair the cooling system of an outboard motor
Week 8: Engine Troubleshooting
- Lecture: Common engine problems and diagnostic procedures
- Reading: Chapter 8 - Engine Troubleshooting
- Activity: Use diagnostic tools to identify engine issues
- Assignment: Case study analysis on troubleshooting
Week 9: Midterm Review and Practical Exam
- Lecture: Review of key concepts from Weeks 1-8
- Activity: Hands-on review sessions
- Assignment: Midterm practical and written exams
Week 10: Maintenance Procedures
- Lecture: Routine maintenance and service schedules
- Reading: Chapter 9 - Maintenance Procedures
- Activity: Perform a routine maintenance check on a small engine
- Project: Create a maintenance log for an ATV
Week 11: Rebuilding Engines
- Lecture: Steps and considerations in engine rebuilding
- Reading: Chapter 10 - Rebuilding Engines
- Activity: Plan an engine rebuild project
- Project: Begin disassembling and cleaning parts for rebuild
Week 12: Advanced Engine Systems
- Lecture: Variable valve timing, fuel injection, and advanced technologies
- Reading: Chapter 11 - Advanced Engine Systems
- Activity: Analyze advanced engine components
- Assignment: Research paper on advanced small engine technologies
Week 13: Snowmobile Engines
- Lecture: Specific considerations for snowmobile engines
- Reading: Supplementary materials on snowmobile engines
- Activity: Hands-on examination of a snowmobile engine
- Project: Service and repair a snowmobile engine
Week 14: ATV Engines
- Lecture: Specific considerations for ATV engines
- Reading: Supplementary materials on ATV engines
- Activity: Hands-on examination of an ATV engine
- Project: Service and repair an ATV engine
Week 15: Outboard Motors
- Lecture: Specific considerations for outboard motors
- Reading: Supplementary materials on outboard motors
- Activity: Hands-on examination of an outboard motor
- Project: Service and repair an outboard motor
Week 16: Preparing for Arctic Conditions
- Lecture: Adjustments and considerations for Arctic conditions
- Reading: Supplementary materials on Arctic engine operation
- Activity: Modify engines for optimal performance in cold weather
- Assignment: Presentation on winterizing small engines
Week 17: Final Projects
- Lecture: Final project guidelines and expectations
- Activity: Work on final projects with instructor guidance
- Project: Complete and fine-tune a fully serviced and repaired small engine
Week 18: Final Review and Exam
- Lecture: Review of all key concepts and skills learned
- Activity: Final project presentations and demonstrations
- Assignment: Final written and practical exams
- Wrap-Up: Course reflection and feedback session
This 18-week course outline is designed to provide a comprehensive and hands-on approach to small engine repair, with a focus on practical skills and real-world applications relevant to the Arctic environment.
The small engine repair 40 hour course is offered during the second semester as follows:
ON CAMPUS OFF CAMPUS
PROGRAM COST 40HR $2,020.00 $1,000.00
Call the Registrar at 907-442-1503 for information.