SHS3 Applied Technology · Semester 1, Week 2

Introduction to Engine Technology

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Curriculum details

Strand
Automotive Technology (Strand 1)
Sub-strand
Introduction to Engine Technology (1.1)
Content standard
3.1.1.CS.1 - 3.1.1.CS.1 Demonstrate and apply knowledge in the working principles of fuel supply system for both spark ignition (SI) and compression ignition(C1) engines as well air intake and exhaust systems 3.1.1.LO.1 Analyse fuel supply, air intake, exhaust, supercharger and turbocharger systems for both spark ignition (SI) and compression ignition (CI) engines
Indicator
3.1.1.LI.4 - Describe the principle of supercharger and turbocharger.
Suggested placement
Semester 1, Week 2 (Week 2 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference
NaCCA curriculum document, p. 131

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Problem based Learning:
- Learners work independently or in a group to identify and brainstorm the principle of supercharger and turbocharger systems.
- Assist learners to discuss what goes in and out of an engine, how to get more of these things into the engine and present an honest individual results to the class for discussion.

Assessment (3.1.1.AS.4). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials:
- Chart or real objects
- Sketches
- video/YouTube
- industrial visit