VSE1 Essential Test Procedures

Course Provider: Bosch.

Course Title: Essential Test Procedures.

Course Category: Vehicle Systems Electronic.

Course Code: VSE1.

Duration: 2 Days.

Programme: Diagnostic Technician Programme.

Course content:

This course has been developed for garage service technicians who carry out electrical test & diagnosis on modern vehicle systems. The focus is to provide delegates with a working knowledge of the test procedures that allow correct diagnosis of system & circuit faults.

The theoretical underpinning instruction and practical diagnostic tests will provide trainees with sound foundation knowledge of auto electrical principles & test procedures using digital multi meters & multi scope equipment. Attendance on this course is a prerequisite to further attendance & successful development on other vehicle systems courses in the Bosch programme.

Modules & subject areas:

This course is divided into linked modules & subject areas, which allow the essential theory & practical skills knowledge to be delivered effectively. The modules & subject areas cover the following topics:

The electrical values.
Electrical measurement.
Identification of typical circuit symbols & use of wiring diagrams.
Test methods for circuit continuity, insulation & resistance.
Electrical properties & the testing of series & parallel circuits.
Battery & energy systems operation, testing & diagnosis.
Test methods for circuits using voltage drop measurements.

Attainment:

On completion of the course, the trainee will be able to:

Refer to a typical system wiring diagram, identify the electrical components & the current paths connecting then to the control units of the system.
Complete the electrical test procedure for the electrical systems on a typical vehicle or demo test circuit.
Carry out correct test procedures using voltage drop, resistance, current and voltage measurements to determine circuit condition & identify faults which may be present in vehicle system circuits.

Prerequisites and recommended reading prior to attending course:

Delegates may wish to have attended the BIS courses prior to attendance on the VSE1 course, though this is not essential.

Assessment & certification:

Delegates will be expected to complete a course examination and achieve a pass mark of 70% or more.

A certificate of competence will be issued upon completion of this.

To obtain full diagnostic technician status, the delegate is required to complete the Diagnostic Technician one day practical & theory test. Upon successful completion, the delegate will be awarded with Bosch Diagnostic Technician status & certification, awarded by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).

Accreditation:

All Bosch Diagnostic Technician programme courses are co-certified by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) QAA scheme.