Course Outline for Automotive Technology 292
Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems

Effective: Fall 2022
SLO Rev: 02/26/2021
Catalog Description:

ATEC 292 - Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems

108.00 Hours

May be repeated 99 time(s)
This course introduces students to the Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems (ADAS) utilized in vehicles. This technology is also the foundation for autonomous vehicles. This course will cover the various Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems (ADAS), exploring system operation, diagnosis, service, repairs, and calibration. This course is free and students may repeat this course until mastery of the skills is met. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time. If a student chooses to move from noncredit to credit courses, please meet with ATEC faculty to discuss assessing equivalency and credit by exam. This course is part of a Certificate of Completion. Available Certificates can be found in the Chabot College Catalog.
Prerequisite: ATEC 204 or ATEC 4 (same as APAU 9734) or equivalent ATEC 206A or ATEC 6A (same as APAU 9725) or equivalent ATEC 206B or ATEC 6B (same as APAU 9748) or equivalent
0948.00 - Automotive Technology*
Pass/No Pass/Satisfactory Progress
Type Hours
Lecture 27.00
Laboratory 81.00
Total 108.00
Measurable Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  1. identify the various ADAS systems;
  2. describe the operation of the various ADAS systems;
  3. demonstrate the proper use of applicable tools and equipment when working on assigned ADAS system;
  4. obtain applicable information related to the operation, diagnosis, service and repair of assigned ADAS system;
  5. perform calibration of an ADAS system;
  6. perform visual inspections for ADAS systems;
  7. perform system interrogation using the applicable equipment;
  8. obtain BUS signals using the applicable equipment;
  9. diagnose ADAS system problems.
Course Content:

Course Content (Lecture):

  1. What are Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems (ADAS) and their purpose
  2. Lane Departure / Lane Keep / Lane Centering
  3. Active Cruise Control
  4. Blind Spot Detection
  5. Parking Assist
  6. Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
  7. Night Vision
  8. Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)
  9. Intelligent High beam Assistant (IHC)
  10. Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)
  11. Front Collision Warning System (FCWS)
  12. Front Vehicle Departure Warning (FVDW)
  13. Adaptive Lighting
  14. Driver Drowsiness Detection
  15. Hill Decent Control
  16. Rear Cross Traffic
  17. Autonomous Vehicle
  18. Hybrid, electric, and alternative fuel safety
  19. Hybrid, electric, and alternative fuel applicable systems awareness
  20. Soft Skills: Non-Technical Professional Skills

 

 

Course Content (Laboratory):

  1. Demonstrate proper shop safety and working practices, including tools and equipment, and hazardous waste handling
  2. Perform interrogation of applicable systems using appropriate equipment
  3. Perform visual inspections
  4. Perform calibrations
  5. Acquire BUS communication signals utilizing the appropriate equipment
  6. Perform vehicle alignment
  7. Diagnose ADAS related concerns
Methods of Instruction:
  1. Lecture/Discussion
  2. Demonstration
  3. Guest speakers
  4. Laboratory
  5. Field Trips
  6. Distance Education
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
  1. Complete Active Cruise Control homework packet.
  2. Complete laboratory assignments using service information, lecture materials, and text.
  3. Read provided materials on Active Cruise Control.
  1. Class Participation
  2. Laboratory exercises
  3. Homework
  4. Quizzes
  5. Midterm Examination
  6. Final Examination
  7. Practical Examination
Upon the completion of this course, the student should be able to:
  1. demonstrate the calibration process for an ADAS system;
  2. demonstrate a scope capture of a BUS signal;
  3. access and interpret module data on an ADAS system.
Textbooks (Typical):
  1. Halderman, James (2020). Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service (6). Pearson.
  1. Industry related materials.
  • Safety Glasses
  • Shop/Safety clothing
Abbreviated Class Schedule Description:
This course introduces students to the Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems (ADAS) utilized in vehicles. This technology is also the foundation for autonomous vehicles. This course will cover the various Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems (ADAS), exploring system operation, diagnosis, service, repairs, and calibration. This course is a noncredit course that is equivalent to the ATEC credit course of the same title. Both options cover the same content and students will be enrolled in the same class at the same time.
Prerequisite: ATEC 204 or ATEC 4 (same as APAU 9734) or equivalent ATEC 206A or ATEC 6A (same as APAU 9725) or equivalent ATEC 206B or ATEC 6B (same as APAU 9748) or equivalent