TRN 145 Advanced Transportation Electronics

Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers advanced transportation electronic systems including programmable logic controllers, on-board data networks, telematics, high voltage systems, navigation, collision avoidance systems and electronic accessories. Topics include interpretation of wiring schematics, reprogramming PLCs, diagnosing and testing data networks and other electronic concerns. Upon completion, students should be able to reprogram PLCs, diagnose and test data networks and other electronic concerns, and work safely with high voltage systems.

Pre-requisite(s): TRN 120
Course is typically offered in Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Upon successful completion of the course, a student should be able to do the following:

Given a transportation vehicle or related equipment, diagnose a failure in the lighting, gauges, and accessory circuits by using the recommended lab or test equipment as outlined by the related service information.
Correctly describe the processes involved in electrical system diagnosis on modern transportation vehicles or equipment.
Given a transportation vehicle or equipment, diagnose a fault in the controller area network (CAN) system by using the recommended lab or test equipment as outlined by the related service information.
In a lab setting, demonstrate the proper use of electrical diagnostic equipment that apply to transportation vehicles and equipment.
Given a transportation vehicle or equipment, diagnose a fault in the electronic control system by using the recommended lab or test equipment as outlined by the related service information.
Demonstrate appropriate diagnostic procedures for sensors, controllers, and circuits by using the recommended test equipment as outlined by service information.
Correctly identify complex transportation vehicle systems such as collision avoidance, high intensity headlamps, navigation, and communication systems.
Given a transportation vehicle or equipment, replace an electronic system controller as outlined by the related service information to include reprogramming.