The Advanced Electrical Applications course at Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of today’s vehicle electrical systems.
What You'll Learn in the Advanced Electrical Applications Course
This course covers everything from the fundamentals of electricity to advanced diagnostic techniques, equipping students with the skills needed to service today’s complex automotive electrical systems. By the end of the course, students will be well-prepared to handle diagnostic and repair tasks across a range of vehicle systems.
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Topics covered during this course include:
Understanding Vehicle Body Electrical Systems
Students will study the function and operation of electrical and electronic devices that support vehicle body systems. This includes systems related to safety and entertainment, providing a broad knowledge base for diagnosing and repairing malfunctions.
Science of Electricity and Electrical Principles
A solid foundation in the science of electricity, magnetism and electromagnetism is essential. Students will explore these principles to understand how they apply to automotive systems and components such as electrochromatic mirrors, transistors and capacitors.
Electronic Networking in Vehicles
Modern vehicles rely on advanced networking systems for communication between components. Students are taught how these networks function and how to troubleshoot and repair network-related issues effectively.
Diagnostic Techniques and Troubleshooting
The Electrical Applications Course emphasizes the use of technology and scientific principles to isolate and solve problems. Students will interpret vehicle electrical schematics, perform component and circuit testing and apply troubleshooting procedures to identify and fix issues.
Hands-On Training with Diagnostic Tools
Students will gain practical experience using a variety of diagnostic tools, including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes and scan tools. This hands-on training prepares them to handle real-world challenges in automotive electrical diagnostics.18
Servicing Supplemental Restraints and Electronic Systems
Training is provided to help students with diagnosing and servicing systems such as supplemental restraints, entertainment systems and other electronic safety, comfort and convenience features.
Learn All About Automotive Electrical Applications at UTI!
The Advanced Electrical Applications course offered as a part of UTI’s Automotive Technology program ensures students are able to diagnose and repair today’s advanced vehicle electrical systems.
We are committed to helping students achieve their career goals and develop skills to become automotive technicians.1 For more information, visit our program page or contact an Admissions Representative at 1-800-834-7308.