Trades & Technology

For courses in Automotive Engines, Engine Rebuilding, Engine Machining and Engine Repair.

This comprehensive textbook covers all aspects of engine repair including engine machining and sub systems such as ignition and fuel injection. The text is written to correlate to the content needed for the ASE Technician Certification test and the NATCF task list, and provides a major emphasis on diagnosis and why operations are performed. Tech Tips and Diagnostic stories provide real world applications. The volume includes a multimedia CD ROM with fully illustrated PowerPoint slides and a workbook with correlated activities.

• One book format: Both Theory and Diagnosis and Service are together in the one book format.
• Correlated to the NATEF task list:  The textbook and workbook page numbers are listed in the NATEF correlation guides to make learning and teaching easier.
• Correlated to ASE Certification areas.
• Multimedia CD: Included with each book and contains animations, videos (most titles), slide show image bank, puzzles (crossword and word search); Spanish translation of the entire book.
• Real World examples and Tech Tips:  Help student’s associate theory and practical concepts into real everyday situations.
• Instructors CD: Contains Power Point Presentation, Video Clips, Image Bank and Completed Crossword puzzles.
• Instructors Manual: Contains Sample Syllabus, NATEF Task List, Chapter Outline, Answers to chapter questions, and Transparency Masters)
• ASE Test Prep Bundle Option:  Each Halderman/Birch title can be bundled with a corresponding ASE Test Prep Guide for $10.00
• Work-text/Job Sheet Bundle Option:  NATEF Correlated Work-texts containing “Job Sheet Task List’s” is available for $10.00 with any Prentice Hall Automotive text.

• Engine balancing chapter added.
• Environmental and Hazardous Materials chapter added.
• Updated technical information on engine oils—Including oils plus seven types of coolant.
• Line drawings and photographs.
• Expanded coverage on turbo charging and supercharging.
• Updated to include the latest vehicle specifications, testing procedures and materials.

 1. Service Information, Tools, and Safety.


 2. Environmental and Hazardous Materials.


 3. Gasoline Engine Operation.


 4. Diesel Engine Operation.


 5. Cooling System Operation and Diagnosis.


 6. Lubrication System Operation and Diagnosis.


 7. Starting and Charging System Operation and Diagnosis.


 8. Ignition System Operation and Diagnosis.


 9. Gasoline Fuel and Emission Control Systems.


10. Diesel Fuel and Emission Control Systems.


11. Engine Condition Diagnosis.


12. Engine Removal and Disassembly.


13. Engine Cleaning , Crack Detection, and Repair.


14. Engine Measuring and Math.


15. Intake and Exhaust Manifolds.


16. Cylinder Head and Valve Guide Service.


17. Valve and Seat Service.


18. Camshaft and Valve Train Service.


19. Engine Block Construction and Service.


20. Pistons, Rings and Connecting Rods.


21. Crankshafts and Bearings.


22. Engine Balancing and Balance Shafts.


23. Engine Assembly.


24. Engine Installation and In-Vehicle Service.


Appendix A: Engine Repair (A1) Sample ASE Test.


Appendix B: Cylinder Head Specialist (M1) Sample ASE Test.


Appendix C: Cylinder Block Specialist (M2) Sample ASE Test.


Appendix D: Assembly Specialist (M3) Sample ASE Test.


English Language Glossary.


Spanish Language Glossary.


Index.

Engine Repair and Rebuilding (A1) [HALDERMAN/BIRCH SERIES] (Automotive Technology)

For courses in Automotive Engines, Engine Rebuilding, Engine Machining and Engine Repair.

 

This comprehensive textbook covers all aspects of engine repair including engine machining and sub systems such as ignition and fuel injection. The text is written to correlate to the content needed for the ASE Technician Certification test and the NATEF task list, and provides a major emphasis on diagnosis and why operations are performed. Tech Tips and Real World Fixes provide real world applications. The volume includes a multimedia CD ROM with fully illustrated PowerPoint slides and a workbook with correlated activities.

 

• Automotive Engines: Theory and Servicing, 6/E
  Halderman
  © 2009 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 696 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0135036895 | ISBN-13: 9780135036891
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• Student CD, 5/E
  Halderman
  © 2005 | Prentice Hall | Software | Estimated Availability: 07/28/2004
  ISBN-10: 0131136518 | ISBN-13: 9780131136519
  
  
  

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• Automotive Technology Custom Database
  Pearson Custom Publishing
  © 2009 | Prentice Hall | On-line Supplement | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0135075548 | ISBN-13: 9780135075548
  
  

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For courses in Engine Performance and Driveability, Computerized Engine Controls, Automotive Computers, and Automotive Fuel Emissions–in automotive departments of vocational and trade schools as well as community colleges.

 

Based on the premise that simple problems should always be checked first, this practical, hands-on book introduces the diagnosis and troubleshooting of automotive engine control systems. It serves students as a single source for information on digital storage oscilloscopes, fuel injection and ignition system diagnoses, five-gas exhaust analysis, emission testing, and more–with a very technical but easy-to-read and understand presentation. This edition has been updated to include even more detailed scope (DSO) and current ramping tests plus extensive scan tool diagnosis.

• Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis, 3/E
  Halderman
  © 2006 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 544 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0131132547 | ISBN-13: 9780131132542
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Undergraduate level courses in Automatic Transmissions Theory or Service.

 

Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles is a comprehensive text that covers the operating principles as well as the service and repair procedures for modern automatic transmissions and transaxles. It is the most complete and up-to-date text on the subject, with hundreds of illustrations and thorough coverage of modern automatic transmissions. The readable format begins with operating theory and progresses from service and maintenance operations to problem diagnosis and repair procedures.

• Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles, 3/E
  Birch & Rockwood
  © 2006 | Prentice Hall | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 400 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0131197290 | ISBN-13: 9780131197299
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For courses in Automotive Brake Systems or Automotive Chassis Systems.

This text is part of Prentice Hall's Eight book Multimedia Automotive series, and offers complete coverage of the parts, operation, design, and troubleshooting of brake systems. It correlates to the National ASE test in the area of brakes as well as to the automotive program requirements for NATEF. Tech tips and diagnostic examples are included throughout, and frequently asked questions (FAQs) are thoroughly and comprehensively answered. The instructor resource package along with the student multimedia CD-Rom add tremendous learning resources to this groundbreaking series.

• Automotive Brake System & Worktext & Student CD Pkg., 3/E
  Halderman
  © 2004 | Prentice Hall | Paper Package; 400 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0131142070 | ISBN-13: 9780131142077
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For courses in Automotive Electricity and Electronics Systems.

Designed specifically to correlate with the NATEF program and ASE certification tests, this comprehensive, up-to-date text covers all aspects of automotive electricity and electronics. It emphasizes diagnosis and troubleshooting, and features tech tips and diagnostic stories throughout. The complete learning package includes a multimedia CD ROM with illustrated power point slides, and a workbook containing activities also correlated to the NATEF task list.

• Automotive Electricity and Electronics
  Halderman
  © 2005 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 464 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0130842249 | ISBN-13: 9780130842244
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For courses in Automotive Engine Performance, Automotive Principles, Engine Performance and Driveability, and Automotive Electricity and Electronics Systems.

Written in and for the 21st century, Automotive Engine Performance features a diagnostic approach, multimedia approach, and Internet approach. This comprehensive textbook is divided into chapters that correspond to the content area of certification as specified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The content area of all ASE material certification is listed in the objectives at the beginning of each chapter and all laboratory worksheets are correlated to the NATEF Task List. Terminology throughout reflects the SAE J-1930 standard.

Written to satisfy the need for problem diagnosis as its primary focus, this text features diagnostic stories throughout to help illustrate how real problems are solved. Each new topic covers the parts involved plus the purpose, function, and operation, as well as how to test and diagnose each system. All information on any given topic is discussed as a unit, not scattered throughout the text as in other books.

• Automotive Engine Performance
  Halderman
  © 2003 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 160 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0130488518 | ISBN-13: 9780130488510
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For courses in Engine Performance and Drivability, Fuel Emissions Systems, and Automotive Principles.

 

This up-to-date comprehensive text, written by two experts in the field, covers all topics in this subject and is correlated to the ASE and NATEF Tasks Lists for the Engine Performance test (A8) and advanced-level Engine Performance test (L1). Student-friendly, it includes numerous ‘tech tips’ and ‘guru tips’ that break up the text material. All new technical terms are bolded and defined at first use.

• Automotive Fuel and Emissions Control System
  Halderman & Linder
  © 2006 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 592 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 013110442X | ISBN-13: 9780131104426
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For undergraduate automotive courses that specialize in mobile heating and air conditioning, MHVAC, theory and/or service.

 

Ideal for both novice and advanced technicians, this text provides a complete, state-of-the-art source on automotive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems–with a focus on the generic theory that underlies the operation, diagnosis, and repair of the units and subassemblies found in the many makes and types of vehicles students will likely encounter on the job. Formatted to better meet the learning needs of today's technical trade students, it visually supports concepts covered throughout, and includes many practical shop tips that guide students through important problem-solving procedures they'll need on the job. The text has the support of much of the mobile air conditioning and cooling system repair industry.

• Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning, 4/E
  Birch
  © 2006 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 528 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0131184911 | ISBN-13: 9780131184916
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For courses in Automotive Electrical Systems and Electronics, Engine Performance and Tune-Ups, and Emissions Testing.

Comprehensive, yet easy-to-read, this book includes both automotive electrical as well as engine performance topics all in one book. It presents principles and practices of diagnosis and troubleshooting of automotive electrical, electronic, and computer systems in a clear, concise format and at a level of detail that far exceeds most similar texts. Additionally, an accompanying interactive, multi-media CD-ROM brings to life the sights and sounds of the “whys” and “hows” of all phases of diagnosis and troubleshooting.

• Diagnosis and Troubleshooting of Automotive Electric, Electronic, and Computer Systems, 4/E
  Halderman
  © 2006 | Prentice Hall | Paper; 688 pages | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0131133276 | ISBN-13: 9780131133273
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