MEC3050 Engine Replacement
Advanced · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation
- Description
- Students remove and install an engine in a chassis.
- Prerequisite
- MEC1040: Engine Fundamentals
- Parameters
- Access to an engine lift, tools/equipment and supporting instructions and resources.
- Supporting courses
- MEC3030: Engine Diagnosis MEC3040: Engine Tune-up
Outcomes The student will:
1 use engine lifting equipment and related tools safely
1.1 demonstrate knowledge of types of lifting tools/equipment available for engines
1.2 demonstrate knowledge of where to attach devices
1.3 explain procedures to follow to remove and install an engine
1.4 describe and follow precautions when working with a vehicle equipped with air conditioning
2 identify steps involved to prepare a vehicle for engine removal
2.1 explain how to prepare a vehicle for engine removal
2.2 identify all wiring, hoses, cables and pipes that require disconnecting
2.3 identify units and special fasteners that will be removed
3 apply mechanical skills to remove and replace engine accessories
3.1 identify the most appropriate method and remove and replace the following:
3.1.1 wires
3.1.2 cables
3.1.3 hoses
3.1.4 pipes
3.1.5 accessories
4 apply mechanical skills to remove and install an engine in a chassis
4.1 disconnect and service battery
4.2 drain and dispose of lubricant and coolant
4.3 remove appropriate wires, hoses, cables, pipes and units
4.4 remove and/or install an engine
4.5 dismantle/assemble an engine
4.6 install lubricants/coolant
4.7 service and store a battery
4.8 drain/store or dispose of fluids
4.9 identify the most appropriate method and remove and replace the following:
4.9.1 cylinder head
4.9.2 cylinder block
5 perform post-engine installation start-up and adjustment procedures
5.1 adjust and service an engine
5.2 start engine and check for proper performance
5.3 perform post-engine installation vehicle clean-up for customer pick-up
6 demonstrate basic competencies
6.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
6.1.1 communicate
6.1.2 manage information
6.1.3 use numbers
6.1.4 think and solve problems
6.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
6.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
6.2.2 be responsible
6.2.3 be adaptable
6.2.4 learn continuously
6.2.5 work safely
6.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
6.3.1 work with others
6.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
7 create a transitional strategy to accommodate personal changes and build personal values
7.1 identify short-term and long-term goals
7.2 identify steps to achieve goals
Program of Studies 2009. Source document, © Alberta Education.