Auto Fundamentals (Eleventh Edition)

By: Martin W. Stockel and Martin T. Stockel and Chris Johanson

Sign Up Now! Already a Member? Log In
You must be logged into Bookshare to access this title. Learn about membership options, or view our freely available titles.

Synopsis: Auto Fundamentals provides students, in a concise, easy-to-understand manner, with a thorough understanding of the design, construction, and operation of automotive systems. It contains information on the latest developments in the field of automotive technology. The material presented in this textbook is applicable to all automobiles and light trucks. Every major automotive system is covered, starting with a discussion of basic system functions and progressing to more detailed explanations of the design and operation of individual system components. The purpose of each system is fully explained and its relationship to the complete vehicle is made clear. A build-it-yourself approach is used in a number of areas. Students will "build” on paper many of the systems being described. This provides a thorough understanding of the basic principles that are necessary to learning automotive technology. Fundamental math, physics, chemistry, electricity, magnetism, and hydraulics are covered in the textbook where they apply. The book provides both instructors and students with the tools they need to succeed in the classroom.