SHS3 Applied Technology · Semester 1, Week 4
Introduction to Vehicle Technology
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Curriculum details
- Strand
- Automotive Technology (Strand 1)
- Sub-strand
- Introduction to Vehicle Technology (1.2)
- Content standard
- 3.1.2.CS.1 - 3.1.2.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 3.1.2.LO.1 Perform diagnosis and repair on vehicle electrical/electronic systems and analyse air conditioning system and safe motoring .
- Indicator
- 3.1.2.LI.1 - Describe batteries, ignition and starting motor systems of the vehicle.
- Suggested placement
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Semester 1, Week 4
(Week 4 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. 136
Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)
Experiential learning: Learners visit a local repair or school workshop to observe and discuss the main electrical systems on the vehicle and write out a short description to keep as evidence. E.g., Battery, ignition system, starter motor system, etc. Assessment (3.1.2.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning. Teaching and Learning Materials: - Chart or real object - sketches, video/YouTube - industrial visit