Why this module?
Understanding and checking the operation of the vehicle charging system is part of the basic skills of all mechanics. System checks must always be made before replacing the starter battery. For automotive technicians the inspection of the charging system and starter battery is the first practical situation to apply electrical and measurement technology skills.
What will you learn?
At the beginning of the study, you can immediately get acquainted with the operation of the charging system. You can challenge your expertise in electrical and measuring technology. In troubleshooting, you may find that the charging control circuit is not working properly. In this case, knowing and perceiving the control circuit and it’s operating conditions is a valuable skill. Studying will present you the main types of these control structures and will give you the basics for continuing the inspection.
As the troubleshooting progresses and when the fault is discovered, it becomes normal to have the need for more understanding of the basic components of the alternator construction and how it operates. The next study part covers more detailed information of structures and operation. You can explore more information via many illustrative images and animations.
Charging system operation involves a starter battery. Even if a malfunction and customer complains indicates a battery failure, you need always confirm the alternator operation and vehicle sleep mode discharge current before replacing the battery.
How to check battery condition, there are several methods for that. Study of battery inspection will present you the most typical methods both without a battery tester with a tester. This will also help you learn the correct steps of the work procedure. You will also learn differences between various battery testing devices, feature and results. You quickly notice that checking the battery and the vehicle’s basic electrical system correctly is a truly professional job.
Learn more about battery design and differences. Get information on different types of battery chargers and for what purpose they are developed. Finally, you will learn about the battery replacement steps. By studying more, you can learn more about battery structures and differences.
You will find information on various battery chargers and for what purpose they have been developed. Finally, you learn the most general steps for battery replacement.
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Learning Outcomes
As your expertise improves, so too does your skills and abilities in performing work on charging systems and starter batteries. You will also be able to apply your skills in fault finding situations and execute better quality maintenance work.
Certificate
After completing your module of study and approved completion of the exercises, you will be allowed to take the final exam. After completing the final exam, you can print a Prodiags certificate from your attainments register as proof of your expertise.
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Prerequisites
To get the best possible learning outcome, we hope that you have a basic knowledge in electricity and measurement techniques. For studying these subjects, we recommend the module(s): Electricity.
Content Equivalence
This course’s topics and objectives correspond in scope to a conventional 2 day training event.
Once you have made your payment, you get immediate access to the content in the form of a license valid for 12 months. You’ll save time and money by not needing to travel.
System Requirements
Internet connection and PC or laptop with browser. Recommended screen resolution 1024 x 768 or higher.
Updates
We want to make sure that you always have the latest version of our product. Prodiags reserves the right to make real time updates and changes. This way you’ll always have the best version, without extra fees.
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1/4 – Olen mekaanikko ja tahdon välittää maksun esimiehelleni, miten tämä onnistuu?
- Kun tilaat Prodiags koulutusmoduulin voit helposti välittää maksun esimiehellesi tai vaikka äidillesi. Avaa/tulosta linkin tilausohje.
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2/4 – Miten voin tarjota mekaanikoilleni hyödyllistä koulutusta esimerkiksi kun asiakas peruu ajanvarauksensa?
- Verkkokoulutusmoduulin avulla voit hyödyntää vapaat ajat varauskalenterissa ja peruutetut asiakastyöt tehokkaaseen koulutuskäyttöön.
- Jos sinulla on kunnianhimoinen mekaanikko, jonka tasoa haluat nostaa, Prodiags koulutusmoduulit ovat helpoin ja tehokkain tapa aloittaa koulutus.
Lue lisää hyödyistä >> Korjaamopäällikkö
3/4 – Mitä osaamista minulta vaaditaan voidakseni tarjota lisäarvoa koulutuksilleni ennakko-opetuksen ja verkkomateriaalin avulla?
- Materiaalin käyttöönotto vaatii sinulta vain muutaman klikin. Tilaat koulutusmateriaalin, lisäät osallistujat ja ennakko-opetus on käynnissä.
- Koulutusmoduulin tehtäväsarjojen keskeinen lisäarvo: kouluttaja ja koulutettava tietää lähtötasonsa, mikä pitää yllä kiinnostuksen koulutusta kohtaan.
Lue lisää >> Kouluttaja / Opettaja
4/4 – Miten voin jakaa ja esittää Prodiags tuotteet yhteisölleni?
- Prodiags verkkokoulutusmoduulit ovat tarkoitettuja kaikille autoalasta kiinnostuneille. Teemme yhteistyötä erilaisten vaikuttajien kanssa, emmekä sido yhteistyökumppaneitamme brändiimme.
- Jos olet kiinnostunut esittämään oman yhteistyöideasi meille, ole hyvä ja täytä vaikuttajalomake ja kerro meille itsestäsi ja ideastasi.
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