Assam ASSEB Higher Secondary Skill Subject Automotive study plan

Identify and demonstrate the correct use of at least ten hand tools and five measuring instruments (vernier caliper, micrometer, feeler gauge, torque wrench, dial gauge) with zero procedural errors on a self-check list

Explain workshop safety rules covering fire classes and extinguisher selection, PPE, safe jacking and axle-stand placement, and ventilation for exhaust gases

Describe the four-stroke cycle and name the major components of a petrol engine (block, head, piston, rings, connecting rod, crankshaft, camshaft, valves) and state the function of each

Measure cylinder bore, piston diameter and ring end gap on a practice engine or scrap components and record readings with the correct instrument for each

Compare petrol and diesel engine construction and combustion, listing at least six differences in components, fuel delivery and ignition

Trace the path of fuel from tank to cylinder in both a carburettor and an MPFI petrol system, and in a common-rail diesel system

Sketch a pressure-lubrication circuit and explain the role of oil pump, relief valve, filter, galleries and sump, and classify oils by SAE viscosity and API service grade

Describe a pressurised cooling system with thermostat, water pump, radiator and expansion tank, and state the effect of a stuck-open versus stuck-closed thermostat

Diagnose three given symptoms (oil warning light, overheating, blue exhaust smoke) and link each to at least two probable causes

Identify battery, starter motor, alternator, ignition coil and fuse/relay layout on a vehicle or wiring diagram, and state the function of each

Use a multimeter to measure battery open-circuit voltage, charging voltage and parasitic drain, and interpret readings against specification

Explain the working of sensors and actuators in a modern engine management system (crank position, MAP, lambda, coolant temperature, injector, idle air control)

Apply a structured diagnostic routine (verify complaint, gather information, form hypothesis, test, confirm repair) to two simulated electrical faults

Read a simple wiring diagram and trace a circuit from fuse through switch and relay to load and earth

Describe clutch construction and operation (friction plate, pressure plate, release bearing, cable or hydraulic actuation) and list five clutch fault symptoms with causes

Explain the purpose and ratio calculation of a manual gearbox, and identify the function of synchromesh, selector forks and final drive

Compare front-wheel, rear-wheel and all-wheel drive layouts and identify the main driveline components of each

Describe hydraulic braking system operation including master cylinder, wheel cylinder, disc and drum brakes, and bleeding procedure

Explain steering geometry terms (camber, caster, toe, kingpin inclination) and describe the components of a MacPherson strut suspension

Demonstrate or describe a scheduled service sequence for a car: engine oil and filter, air filter, coolant, brake fluid check, tyre rotation, battery terminals and belt tension

Measure tread depth, tyre pressure and brake pad thickness, and judge pass/fail against specification

Inspect steering and suspension for play, worn bushes, damaged boots and leaking shock absorbers, and record findings

Explain wheel alignment and wheel balancing, and state the symptoms of incorrect toe, camber and imbalance

Prepare a vehicle inspection checklist aligned to common periodic maintenance intervals

Identify body construction types (body-on-frame, monocoque), and name the panels, trims and fasteners of a typical car body

Describe surface preparation stages before painting: cleaning, sanding, primer, filler, masking and topcoat, and state the safety precautions for each

Explain paint defects such as orange peel, runs, blistering and fading, and their causes and remedies

Describe minor dent repair, panel gap adjustment and trim clip replacement procedures

Explain corrosion protection measures and the purpose of underbody sealant and cavity wax

Apply a systematic troubleshooting method to five mixed faults spanning engine, fuel, cooling, electrical and braking systems, documenting each step

Interpret common scan-tool data (fault codes, live sensor values) and explain why a fault code does not always identify the failed part

Describe how to test a fuel pump, injector, thermostat and radiator fan circuit using basic equipment

Explain the difference between diagnosis, repair and verification, and state why a road test and recheck are needed after repair

Describe safe handling and disposal of used oil, coolant, batteries and brake fluid in a workshop

Explain the duties of a workshop technician towards customers, colleagues and supervisors, including job cards, time recording and honest communication of repair costs

Describe the legal and safety obligations of a workshop covering PPE enforcement, housekeeping, fire safety and first aid

Draft a simple business plan outline for a small auto service workshop covering services offered, tools required, staffing, pricing and customer acquisition

Complete two timed full-length mock tests under exam conditions and review every wrong answer to its source topic

Build a one-page revision sheet of the ten highest-risk facts across all domains