Auto Upkeep Homeschool Curriculum Kit, 4th Edition (Textbook, Workbook, Resource USB)

Have your teens been asking for a fun and practical homeschooling elective? The Auto Upkeep Homeschool Curriculum Kit has the resources you need to homeschool your high school student on maintenance, light repair, auto ownership, and how cars work. Help them become confident auto owners! Students learn best by doing. Hands-on learning keeps the attention of students, especially teenagers. Best of all, you don’t need to be an auto technician or have an auto shop to perform these homeschool activities.  Your child will most likely own a car…give them the home learning experience so they can be empowered automotive owners. What’s in the kit? Auto Upkeep Textbook …288 FULL-COLOR pages…20 Easy-to-Read Chapters with over 700 Illustrations Auto Upkeep Workbook…176 FULL-COLOR pages…40 Hands-on and Internet-based Activities with over 250 Illustrations Homeschool Resource USB Flash Drive includes a Course Syllabus Outline, PowerPoint Presentations, Lab Activities, Study Questions, Chapter Tests, Exams & Final, and Answer Keys.   Auto Upkeep is designed for… Anyone looking to learn more about cars Introductory Automotive Programs Homeschool Students and Co-ops New Drivers – Teens and Adults Boy Scouts Automotive Maintenance Merit Badge Girl Scouts Car Care Badge 4-H Automotive Programs Car Care Clinics and Seminars Automotive Workshops Adult and Consumer Education Classes Driver Education Classes Afterschool Programs   What units are covered by the curriculum? From choosing an insurance policy to performing basic maintenance and repair, Auto Upkeep is the do-it-yourself automotive guide for the driver in you. Auto Upkeep helps keep you safe and your vehicle reliable by providing easy-to-follow information with detailed pictures and drawings. Discover how to choose a quality repair facility, buy a car, handle roadside emergencies, diagnose common problems, and communicate effectively with technicians – all while saving money.    Will this count as a credit? The publisher recommends this for 1 high school elective credit.  If you live in the state of Florida,  this course is called Automotive Service Technology, course  #8709410 for your transcript.  This course can be modified to fit a half credit.  See info included in the homeschool packet on how to modify the course.   What are the chapters of this book? Introduction and How Cars Work Buying an Automobile Automotive Expenses Repair Facilities Safety Around the Automobile Basic Tools Auto Care and Cleaning Fluid Level Check Electrical System Lubrication System Fuel System Cooling System and Climate Control Ignition System Suspension, Steering, and Tires Braking System Drivetrain Exhaust and Emission System Alternative Fuels and Designs Automotive Accessories Common Problems and Roadside Emergencies   What are the hands-on and internet-based activities? Chapter 1 Car Identification Activity – Identify an automobile by make, model, year, and type. Owner’s Manual Activity – Locate and use an online owner’s manual. (NEW Activity for 4th Edition) Chapter 2 Buying a New Automobile Activity – Differentiate between MSRP, dealer invoice, and dealer cost. Buying a Used Automobile Activity – Research prices, reliability ratings, recalls, technical service bulletins, and safety ratings. Chapter 3 Automotive Expenses Activity – Calculate automotive expenses. Chapter 4 Repair Facilities Activity – Choose a quality repair facility. Interpret a repair invoice. Chapter 5 Automotive Safety Activity – Identify the location of emergency and safety equipment. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Activity – Locate and interpret a safety data sheet. (NEW Activity for 4th Edition) Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and Fire Safety Activity – Identify the importance of using personal protection equipment and research fire safety. (NEW Activity for 4th Edition) Chapter 6 Tools and Equipment Activity – Identify basic tools and equipment that are used in automotive shops. Service Manual Activity – Navigate an online service manual. (NEW Activity for 4th Edition) Chapter 7 Interior Cleaning Activity – Clean the inside of a vehicle. Exterior Cleaning Activity – Clean the outside of a vehicle. Waxing Activity – Wax the finish on a vehicle. Chapter 8 Fluid Level Check Activity – Safely check the fluid level in various vehicle components. Chapter 9 Ohm’s Law Activity – Use Ohm’s Law to calculate volts, amps, or ohms. (NEW Activity for 4th Edition) Wiring Diagram Activity – Locate and interpret a wiring diagram. (NEW Activity for 4th Edition) Battery Activity – Safely clean and test the battery. Charging Activity – Safely test the alternator. Starting Activity – Safely test the starter. Chapter 10 Oil and Filter Change Activity – Safely change the oil and filter on a vehicle. Chapter 11 Fuel System Part Identification Activity – Use an online auto parts catalog to identify fuel system parts. (NEW Activity for 4th Edition) Fuel System Maintenance Activity – Change the air filter, PCV valve, and fuel filter. Chapter 12 Air Conditioning Activity – Inspect and identify the components within the air conditioning system. Cabin Air Filter Activity – Replace the cabin air filter on a vehicle. Cooling System Activity – Safely test, inspect, and service the cooling system. Observe thermostat operation. Chapter 13 Ignition System Activity – Install spark plugs. Inspect, test, and install spark plug wires. Inspect and install distributor cap and rotor on conventional or distributor systems. Chapter 14 Suspension and Steering Activity – Safely inspect and perform basic service procedures on suspension and steering components. Tire Inspection and Rotation Activity – Safely inspect tires for wear and rotate tires. Chapter 15 Brake Inspection Activity – Safely inspect disc brakes. Chapter 16 Drivetrain Activity – Safely inspect drivetrain components. Chapter 17 Exhaust and Emissions Activity – Safely inspect exhaust and emission components. Chapter 18 Payback Period Activity – Calculate payback period. Future Vehicle Activity – Predict the role of automobiles in 2050. (NEW Activity for 4th Edition) Chapter 19 Auto Accessories Activity – Estimate the cost of accessories for a vehicle. Chapter 20 Changing a Flat Tire Activity – Safely change a spare tire. Jump-Starting Activity – Safely jump-start a vehicle. Lighting Activity – Replace various lights on a vehicle. Replacing Wipers Activity – Replace wipers on a vehicle. On-Board Diagnostics Activity – Retrieve diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) from an OBD II system.