Module 14: Advanced Automotive Structural Design (Core)

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Module 14: Advanced Automotive Structural Design (Core)

Suggested time: 15-25 hours Level: Intermediate

Module Overview

Students will review automobile body construction types. Students will identify body types, construction, passenger/driver side, front section components, centre section components, rear section components and bumper construction. Students will identify the appropriate automotive manual and use the manual to find part numbers, prices, installation time and procedures. It is recommended that students complete Module 2: Auto Design before taking this module.

Foundational Objectives

To understand the various types of body construction and components of motor vehicles.
To estimate technical measurements and time for repair.
To recommend procedures and select appropriate products for use in autobody repair.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To learn industry-related vocabulary and use it in context. (COM)

Note: Other CELs may be emphasized.

Learning Objectives	Notes
To demonstrate an understanding of:
14.1 body types and construction;	See Module 2 Auto Design. (TL)
14.2 left/right side of vehicles;	The left side of North American vehicles is sometimes referred to as the driver side and the right as the passenger side. Vehicles made in Britain may be right-hand drive, which can result in confusion.
14.3 the front section components of a vehicle;	Front section components include: cowl and related parts shock towers radiator and supports fire wall fenders hood etc.
14.4 the centre section components;	Centre section components include: floor pan pillars rocker panels rear shelf doors glass hinges side impact beam roof panel instrument panel dash etc.
14.5 the rear section components;	Rear section components include: trunk floor trunk lid Ľ panels lower rear panels rear shock towers inner wheel housings upper body panels etc.
14.6 differences between body construction types;	See resource materials for detailed information.
14.7 plastic bumpers and their construction. (COM, TL)	Discuss plastic bumpers, their construction and safety features. Many newer vehicles will have air bags sensors. Air bag systems can be dangerous if tampered with or set off accidentally. See Module 18.
14.8 To use shop and Mitchell manuals for reference.	Shop and Mitchell manuals have information such as part numbers, prices, flat rate installation time, part location and installation procedures. (IL)

Module 15: Advanced Hand and Power Tools (Core)

Suggested time: 8-12 hours Level: Intermediate

Module Overview

Students will review basic autobody tools and learn the maintenance and safe use of more advanced air, hydraulic and electric tools. It is recommended that students have completed Module 3: Hand Tools and Module 4: Power Tools.

Foundational Objectives

To understand the appropriate use, care and maintenance of tools used for autobody repair.
To understand and apply safe work practices in the autobody environment.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To learn industry-related vocabulary and use it in context. (COM)
To choose tools, products and procedures appropriate for the work required. (TL, CCT)

Note: Other CELs may be emphasized.

Learning Objectives	Notes
15.1 To follow safe procedures when using autobody hand tools. (TL, COM)	See Module 3: Hand Tools. See Module 4: Power Tools.
15.2 To follow safe procedures when using common air and electrical power tools. (TL, COM)	Introduce the following: Pneumatic chisel used to cut metal sections out of a panel. Air ratchet wrenches used to remove nuts or bolts. Air impact wrenches used to remove heavy nuts or bolts. Air polishers used to polish paint and clear coats to a high luster. Great care must be used when using polish as one can wear right through the paint. Air sand blaster used to remove old paint and rust. A hood and respirator should be worn when sand blasting. Blow gun used to blow dust and dirt from a surface. Air metal shears used to cut sheet metal. Air power riveter used to set a pop rivet. Floor jacks. Show students the safe points on a vehicle to place the jack. Note that hydraulic jacks may leak. Safety stands are to be used at all times. Safety stands. Demonstrate placement. Hydraulic rams and attachments used to straighten damage. Emphasize that great care must be taken to secure chains, etc. as the forces needed to straighten are considerable.

Learning Objectives

Notes

15.1 To follow safe procedures when using autobody hand tools. (TL, COM)

See Module 3: Hand Tools.

See Module 4: Power Tools.

15.2 To follow safe procedures when using common air and electrical power tools. (TL, COM)

Introduce the following:

Pneumatic chisel used to cut metal sections out of a panel.
Air ratchet wrenches used to remove nuts or bolts.
Air impact wrenches used to remove heavy nuts or bolts.
Air polishers used to polish paint and clear coats to a high luster. Great care must be used when using polish as one can wear right through the paint.
Air sand blaster used to remove old paint and rust. A hood and respirator should be worn when sand blasting.
Blow gun used to blow dust and dirt from a surface.
Air metal shears used to cut sheet metal.
Air power riveter used to set a pop rivet.
Floor jacks. Show students the safe points on a vehicle to place the jack. Note that hydraulic jacks may leak. Safety stands are to be used at all times.
Safety stands. Demonstrate placement.
Hydraulic rams and attachments used to straighten damage.

Emphasize that great care must be taken to secure chains, etc. as the forces needed to straighten are considerable.