Motor Automotive Technology - Hardcover

Schwaller, Anthony E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0827383541 ISBN 13: 9780827383548

Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning, 1998

Synopsis

This is a thorough introduction to every system found in today's automobiles. It covers working in the automotive shop, mechanical and fluid engine systems, electrical systems, emission and control, power transmission, steering and suspension, and much more. Current technology is presented throughout including the latest use of electronic and computer technology. Thorough linkages to other disciplines, safety checklists, review questions in different formats, and lavish illustrations, greatly facilitate learning as it engages the student. A "problem, diagnosis and service" section in each chapter encourages critical thinking, as well as diagnostic and repair skills

About this title

About the Author:

Dr. Anthony E. Schwaller has been working in the field of automotive technology and teaching about technology for 35 years. During his teaching career he received the "Distinguished Technology Educator Award" in 1990, the "Special Recognition Award" from ITEA in 1995, and was selected as the Technology Teacher Educator of the Year" in 1997 fro the Council for Technology Teacher Education. He also received the "Outstanding Research Award" in 2003 for his research on Modular Technology in the classroom. During his teaching career, he as worked for Allis Chalmers, General Motors, Eastern Illinois University, and St. Cloud State University where he is now professor and department head. He has written over 50 articles in professional journals, written ten textbook in the automotive technology and related fields, and has given more than 50 presentations on topics in the fields of automotive, transportation, energy technology, and instructional strategies.

About this edition

• Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0827383541
• ISBN 13: 9780827383548
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 944