Autotronics Program

  The General Objectives

1. To provide graduates with the practical skills, information, and knowledge necessary to work in the Aautotronics field, enabling them to advance in their careers and compete in the labour market.

2.1 To provide graduates with transferable and personal skills, in addition to skills of practicing and managing work in the Autotronics field. These skills include communication, the ability to analyse, describe and solve problems scientifically.

3.1 To contribute effectively to implementing national policies by meeting the professional needs of society through providing it with highly skilled graduates in the field of Autotronics.

4.1 To encourage the establishment of small service projects in the field of applications in microelectronic applications in cars to participate in the labour market by relying on the graduate himself.

Targeted Educational Outcomes of the Program:

Upon completion of the program, the student should be able to:

Knowledge and Understanding:

a- Explain the basic concepts, terms, and definitions related to the social sciences, humanities, and fundamentals of the field of Autotronics.

b- Recognize the basic concepts related to information systems and the various software programs used in the field of Autotronics.

c- Learn about the concepts, principles, relationships, theories, laws, and foundations required for studying the courses in the Autotronics program.

  1. Acquire the basic knowledge necessary for using various types of machinery, equipment, and tools used in workshops.

  2. Acquire the basic knowledge related to automotive systems and components, including their construction, specifications, and operating theory.

  3. Recognize different methods for diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults in automotive systems and components and identifies the causes of these faults.

  4. Recognize the optimal methods for routine maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems, and the correct steps for replacement, repair, and adjustment processes.

  5. Learn about technical terms related to the field of Autotronics.

  6. Recognize the ethics of the automotive profession and dealing with customers, users, and consumers.

  7. Understand the fundamentals of feasibility studies conducted for establishing, planning, and managing automotive workshopIntellectual Abilities:

a). Conclude ideas and proposals, independently or collaboratively, from basic and specialized sciences in the field of Autotronics.

b). Analyse the causes of common faults in the basic electrical and electronic systems of cars.

c). Compare between different types of systems and basic components of cars in terms of circuits and functionality.

d). Describe the composition of the basic components and systems of a car, as well as the tools, instruments, and testing equipment used in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing the basic mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and components of a car.

e). Evaluate the results of various tests performed on the basic mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and components of a car.

  1. e) Select the appropriate instruments, tools, and equipment for maintenance, repairing, and diagnosing faults in the main mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and components of a vehicle, and determine the appropriate maintenance method for each vehicle unit.

  2. f) Read and interpret operating manuals for equipment, devices and technical maintenance, as well as catalogs, drawings, and technical specifications related to the field of Autotronics.

  3. g) Deal with new technologies in various automotive systems.

  4. h) Plan and implement specialized projects and calculate the cost of each accordingly.

  5. Skills:

 Professional and Practical Skills

  1. Read technical drawings and diagrams of mechanical, electrical, and electronic circuit for various automotive systems, as well as service and maintenance manuals, and adhere to operating instructions.

  2. Comply with occupational and environmental health and safety requirements in the field of specialization.

  3. Perform basic tasks related to disassembling and assembling automotive systems and components.

  4. Use computers effectively to improve production and other processes related to the specialization.

  5. Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults in various automotive components and systems using regular and modern diagnostic equipment.

  6. Perform mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs on various automotive components and systems.

  7. Use and maintain automotive workshop tools and equipment, including manual tools, electrical and mechanical tools, and measuring and pressure instruments.

  8. Implement a proposed project within the field of specialization.

  9. Perform routine and preventative maintenance on various automotive mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems and components.

  10. perform a set of practical exercises and laboratory tests as required by the specialization.

  11. Use relevant inventory documents, records, and files.

  12. Handle spare parts, tools, and measuring devices safely.

  13. Perform the necessary technical calculations for the specialization.

  14. Use technical and Labour market terms related to the field of specialization.

  15. Replace, reinstalls, and tests faulty parts and units.

General Skills:

  1. Effectively utilize modern technology in the field of Autotronics.

  2. Make right decisions.

  3. Maintain effective working relationships, demonstrating teamwork skills and adhering to interpersonal guidelines.

  4. Continue self-learning, research, and reading.

  5. Solve problems practically and scientifically.

  6. Submit reports on various activities within the field of ​​specialization.

  7. Adhere to the organization’s administrative procedures.

  8. Communicate effectively with employers and clients.

  9. Apply occupational and environmental safety and health rules.