Title

PWST1021 - Ignition, Charging and Starter Systems

Description

Description

This course is a continuation of the Electrical Foundation course and will cover the study of electrical systems used on power sports equipment. It will focus primarily on ignition and starting systems. Students will learn and apply the theories of ignition, induction, charging and starting systems. Emphasis will be on proper use of test equipment along with the generation and flow of electricity. Students will apply the theories of ignition, induction, charging and starting systems.
API ID

Credits

3 (1/2/0)

Competencies

  1. Utilize terms associated with electrical systems.
  2. Describe testing of ignition system components.
  3. Describe testing of electric starter systems.
  4. Describe testing of alternator and magneto charging systems.
  5. Test alternator and magneto charging systems.
  6. Repair mechanical starting systems.
  7. Perform electric starter system testing.
  8. Demonstrate systematic troubleshooting.
  9. Perform electrical system repair and service.
Degrees that use this course

Degrees that use this course

PowerSports Technology
Degree:
Diploma
Students who wish to become skilled PowerSports mechanics must be capable of diagnosing mechanical failures quickly and accurately if they...
Location:
Moorhead Campus
Credits:
60
PowerSports Technology
Degree:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Powersport technicians maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment found in the powersport industry, including marine, snowmobile...
Location:
Moorhead Campus
Credits:
69
PowerSports Technology
Degree:
Certificate
Students who wish to become skilled powersports mechanics must be capable of diagnosing mechanical failures quickly and accurately if they...
Location:
Moorhead Campus
Credits:
30