Recent Scheme of Work on Auto Mechanics

Syllabus for Senior Secondary




FIRST TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Safety

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Meaning and causes of workshop accident.
2. Accident prevention technique.
3. Safety device :
i. fire extinguishers,
ii. Sand buckets
iii. Blanket and
iv. Gloves
WEEK 2

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Principle of operation main components mounted on the chassis

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Engine
2. Transmission
3. Steering system
WEEK 2

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Routine maintenance of the chassis

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Checking chassis for alignment and faults.
2. Maintain and adjust couplings.
3. Methods of chassis joints.
• Permanent joints
• Temporary joints
WEEK 3

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Safety (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Meaning and causes of workshop accident.
2. Accident prevention technique.
3. Safety device :
i. fire extinguishers,
ii. Sand buckets
iii. Blanket and
iv. Gloves
WEEK 3

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Principle of operation main components mounted on the chassis (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Engine
2. Transmission
3. Steering system
WEEK 3

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Routine maintenance of the chassis (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Methods of supporting various components to the chassis.
• Engine mountings, suspension units, rubber pads, etc.
2. Alternative arrangements of power and transmission system.
WEEK 4

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Hand Tools/Maintenance

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Hand tools: types, sketches, and uses (e.g. marking and measuring, cutting and boring, bench and holding tools, etc.)
2. Hand tools maintenance
WEEK 4

Theme: Automobile Engine

Topic: Engine operation

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Two stroke cycle (Spark Ignition Engine (S.LE) and Compression Ignition Engine (CLE.)).
WEEK 4

Theme: Automobile Engines

Topic: Engine Classification

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Gas turbine engine.
2. Winkle rotary engine
3. Types of engine cylinder
4 Combustion chambers.
WEEK 5

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Hand Tools/Maintenance (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Hand tools: types, sketches, and uses (e.g. marking and measuring, cutting and boring, bench and holding tools, etc.)
2. Hand tools maintenance
WEEK 5

Theme: Automobile Engine

Topic: Engine operation

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Four stroke cycle (Spark Ignition Engine (S.LE.) and Compression Ignition Engine (CLE))
WEEK 5

Theme: Transmission System

Topic: Fluid flywheel and transmission components

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Fluid flywheel.
2. Gear box
3. Propeller shaft
4. Universal joints
5. Rear axle
WEEK 6

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Equipment and Maintenance

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Equipment: types, sketches, and uses (e.g. bending, spanners, sockets vices)
2. Equipment maintenance.
WEEK 6

Theme: Automobile Engine

Topic: Engine operation

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Detonation: causes and effects.
WEEK 6

Theme: Transmission System

Topic: Fluid flywheel and transmission components (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Fluid flywheel.
2. Gear box
3. Propeller shaft
4. Universal joints
5. Rear axle
WEEK 7

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: Equipment and Maintenance (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Equipment: types, sketches, and uses (e.g. bending, spanners, sockets vices)
2. Equipment maintenance.
WEEK 7

Theme: Automobile Engine

Topic: Engine operation

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Types of engine cylinder:
i. Single cylinder engine
ii. Multi cylinder engine
WEEK 7

Theme: Suspension And Steering System

Topic: Types of suspension springs

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Carry out alignment setting on vehicle.
2. Principle of operation and construction of a steering system. Principle of operation of Ackerman linkage Camber angle Castor angle Toe-in and Toe-out King pin inclination Understeer and Oversteer Slip angle and their adjustments
WEEK 8

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: The Chassis

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Principal components of motor vehicle :
Identification of:
i. Engine
ii. Transmission system
iii. Chassis
iv. Steering system
v. Braking system
vii. Suspension system
2. Functions of each principal components
WEEK 8

Theme: Automobile Engine

Topic: Engine operation

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Forms of engine arrangements:
i. In-line engine
ii. Vee engine
iii. Horizontally opposed.
WEEK 8

Theme: Suspension And Steering System

Topic: Types of suspension springs (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Carry out alignment setting on vehicle.
2. Principle of operation and construction of a steering system. Principle of operation of Ackerman linkage Camber angle Castor angle Toe-in and Toe-out King pin inclination Understeer and Oversteer Slip angle and their adjustments
WEEK 9

Theme: Vehicle Layout

Topic: The Chassis (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Principal components of motor vehicle :
Identification of:
i. Engine
ii. Transmission system
iii. Chassis
iv. Steering system
v. Braking system
vii. Suspension system
2. Functions of each principal components
WEEK 9

Theme: Automobile Engine

Topic: Engine operation (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Forms of engine arrangements:
i. In-line engine
ii. Vee engine
iii. Horizontally opposed.
WEEK 9

Theme: Engine Lubrication And Cooling System

Topic: Additives and types of cooling system

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Forms and types of lubrication systems
2. Use of lubrication
3. Parts needing lubrication
4. Lubrication diagnosis and services to be carried out.

WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION

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SECOND TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: Engine

Topic: Types of Engine

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Identification of main components of an engine.
2. Line diagrams of multi cylinder engine
WEEK 2

Theme: Transmission

Topic: Main components of a transmission unit

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Construction and operation of single plate clutch
2. Identification of parts and characteristics of clutches.
3. Clutch engagement and disengagement E.g. Mechanical and hydraulic
WEEK 2

Theme: Fuel And Exhaust System

Topic: Fuel pump

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Functions of fuel pump
2. Advantages and disadvantages of mechanical and electrical fuel pump.
3. Fuel pump maintenance
4. 4 Function and types of mufflers.
WEEK 3

Theme: Engine

Topic: Types of Engine (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Identification of main components of an engine.
2. Line diagrams of multi cylinder engine
WEEK 3

Theme: Transmission

Topic: Main components of a transmission unit

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Clutch engagement and disengagement E.g. Mechanical and hydraulic
WEEK 3

Theme: Fuel And Exhaust System

Topic: Muffler design

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Muffler design
WEEK 4

Theme: Transmission

Topic: Layout of Transmission

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Transmission system layout.
2. Types of drives i. Front engine front wheel drive.
ii. Front engine rear wheel drive.
iii. Rear engine rear wheel drive.
WEEK 4

Theme: Transmission

Topic: Main components of a transmission unit

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1 Operation of a sliding mesh gearbox.
2. Operation of a sliding mesh gearbox.
WEEK 4

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Braking system faults tracing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Types of brake faults
WEEK 5

Theme: Transmission

Topic: Layout of Transmission (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Transmission system layout.
2. Types of drives i. Front engine front wheel drive.
ii. Front engine rear wheel drive.
iii. Rear engine rear wheel drive.
WEEK 5

Theme: Suspension And Steering System

Topic: Types of suspension and steering systems and their operation

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of suspension systems, i.e.
i. leaf spring type
ii. Coil spring
2. Steering faults.
3. Steering gearboxes
WEEK 5

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Functions of anti-lock braking systems.
2. Advantages and disadvantages of anti-lock braking system.
WEEK 6

Theme: Suspension And Steering System

Topic: Principles of operation of suspension and steering system

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Suspension and steering system of a motor vehicle.
2. Types of suspension and steering system.
3. Layout of steering system.
WEEK 6

Theme: Suspension And Steering System

Topic: Types of suspension and steering systems and their operation (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of suspension systems, i.e.
i. leaf spring type
ii. Coil spring
2. Steering faults.
3. Steering gearboxes
WEEK 6

Theme: Wheel And Tyres

Topic: Wheels and types balancing

Sub-Topic:
Content:
i. Light alloy rims
ii. Pressed steel disc.
iii. Wire wheels Interchanging tyres Types of tyre balancing
WEEK 7

Theme: Suspension And Steering System

Topic: Principles of operation of suspension and steering system (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Suspension and steering system of a motor vehicle.
2. Types of suspension and steering system.
3. Layout of steering system.
WEEK 7

Theme: Engine Lubrication And Cooling System

Topic: Operations of engine lubrication and cooling system

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Viscosity
2. Viscosity index
WEEK 7

Theme: Entrepreneurship(Methods Of Management)

Topic: Management

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Definition of management
2. i. Planning
ii. Organizing
iii. Controlling
iv. Staffing
v. Directing/supervising
3. Managing of resources (Money, men, materials, and machines)
4. 4 Concept of authority and responsibility in an enterprise.
WEEK 8

Theme: Engine Lubrication And Cooling System

Topic: Engine Lubrication and cooling system

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Purpose of cooling and lubrication system.
2. Layout and functions of the main components of lubrication and cooling system. E.g. radiators, fans, hose, oil pump, filter, etc.
WEEK 8

Theme: Engine Lubrication And Cooling System

Topic: Operations of engine lubrication and cooling system (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Oil filters
2. Rubber hose
WEEK 8

Theme: Entrepreneurship(Methods Of Management)

Topic: Enterprise

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of enterprise
2. Advantages and disadvantages of different types of enterprises
WEEK 9

Theme: Engine Lubrication And Cooling System

Topic: Engine Lubrication and cooling system (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Purpose of cooling and lubrication system.
2. Layout and functions of the main components of lubrication and cooling system. E.g. radiators, fans, hose, oil pump, filter, etc.
WEEK 9

Theme: Engine Lubrication And Cooling System

Topic: Operations of engine lubrication and cooling system (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Radiator
2. Functions of main components (stated above).
WEEK 9

Theme: Entrepreneurship(Methods Of Management)

Topic: Enterprise (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Types of enterprise
2. Advantages and disadvantages of different types of enterprises

WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION

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THIRD TERM
SSS 1 SSS 2 SSS 3
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 1: Revision
WEEK 2

Theme: Fuel System And Exhaust System

Topic: Operation of braking system

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Principle of braking system.
2. Basic concept of friction as applied to braking system.
3. Advantages and disadvantages of mechanical and hydraulic brakes.
WEEK 2

Theme: Fuel System And Exhaust System

Topic: Fuel properties, carburetors, air cleansers

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Fuels
2. Carburetors i.e. simple and multi-jet types of carburetors.
3. Air cleaners
WEEK 2

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 3

Theme: Fuel System And Exhaust System

Topic: Operation of braking system (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Principle of braking system.
2. Basic concept of friction as applied to braking system.
3. Advantages and disadvantages of mechanical and hydraulic brakes.
WEEK 3

Theme: Fuel System And Exhaust System

Topic: Fuel properties, carburetors, air cleansers (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Fuels
2. Carburetors i.e. simple and multi-jet types of carburetors.
3. Air cleaners
WEEK 3

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 4

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Fuels and combustion

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. General layout and working principles of the fuel system.
2. Illustrates the components parts of the fuel system.
WEEK 4

Theme: Fuel System And Exhaust System

Topic: Fuel properties, carburetors, air cleansers (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Fuels
2. Carburetors i.e. simple and multi-jet types of carburetors.
3. Air cleaners
WEEK 4

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 5

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Fuels and combustion (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. General layout and working principles of the fuel system.
2. Illustrates the components parts of the fuel system.
WEEK 5

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Operation of mechanically operated braking system

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Mechanical and hydraulic operation of disc and drum brakes.
2. Master cylinder.
WEEK 5

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 6

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Types of manifold

Sub-Topic:
Content:
List types of manifold
WEEK 6

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Operation of mechanically operated braking system

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Wheel cylinder
2. Adjustments of brakes to achieve maximum efficiency.
3. Faults in braking system.
WEEK 6

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 7

Theme: Wheel And Tyres

Topic: Wheel: Characteristic Features of a good motor vehicle wheels

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Road wheels.
2. Tubeless and special tyres.
3. Over-inflation and under inflation.
4. Features of a tyres.
5. Advantages and disadvantages of:
Aluminum rims
Steel rims
WEEK 7

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Operation of hydraulic operated braking system

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Wheel cylinder
2. Adjustments of brakes to achieve maximum efficiency.
3. Faults in braking system.
WEEK 7

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 8

Theme: Wheel And Tyres

Topic: Wheel: Characteristic Features of a good motor vehicle wheels (Cont.)

Sub-Topic:
Content:
1. Road wheels.
2. Tubeless and special tyres.
3. Over-inflation and under inflation.
4. Features of a tyres.
5. Advantages and disadvantages of:
Aluminum rims
Steel rims
WEEK 8

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Operation of hydraulic operated braking system (Cont.)

Content:
1. Wheel cylinder
2. Adjustments of brakes to achieve maximum efficiency.
3. Faults in braking system.
WEEK 8

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:
WEEK 9

Theme: Wheel And Tyres

Topic: Types of Rims

Sub-Topic:
Content:
Advantages and disadvantages of:
- Aluminum rims
- Steel rims
WEEK 9

Theme: Braking System

Topic: Operation of hydraulic operated braking system (Cont.)

Content:
1. Wheel cylinder
2. Adjustments of brakes to achieve maximum efficiency.
3. Faults in braking system.
WEEK 9

Theme:

Topic:

Sub-Topic:
Content:

WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION
WEEK 10: REVISION AND EXAMININATION



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