Automotive ElectricsLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

After finishing the course the student is familiar with the automotive electric systems and basics of sensor technology.

Content

1. Energy production and management.
2. Ignition system.
3. Start system.
4. Lights and appliances.
5. Basics of sensor technology.
6. Basics of vehicle bus technology.

Qualifications

Recommended: Electrical Engineering.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

1. The student knows what electric systems are present in modern automobiles.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

1. The student understands the working principles of the most important electric systems in automobiles.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

1. The student has a clear overall picture of electric systems in automobiles and the working principles of its components. The student understands the motivation behind the solutions taken in modern automobiles.
2. The student has a view of the historical development of automotive electrics.