Unit 1 Basic Structure of Automobile

1.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology

1.2 Basic Structure of Automotive

1.3 The Vehicle Technical Parameters

Reading Material Ⅰ History of the Automobile

Reading Material Ⅱ The Brief History of Electric Vehicle Technology

Unit 2 Engine Structure

2.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology

2.2 Classification of Engine

2.3 Construction of Engine

2.4 Engine Operating Principles

2.5 Engine Starting System

2.6 EFI System

2.7 Cooling System

2.8 Lubrication System

2.9 Vehicle Emissions Control

Reading Material Ⅰ Eight Possible Choices for Replacements of Engines

Reading Material Ⅱ The New Diesel Technology and Its Training and Repair

Unit 3 Chassis

3.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology

3.2 The Drive Line

3.3 Manual Transmission

3.4 Automatic Transmissions

3.5 Components of Suspension Systems

3.6 Steering System

3.7 Automobile Brake System

Reading Material Ⅰ Electronic Brake Actuation System

Reading Material Ⅱ Suspension Development Transverse Spring Composite Suspension and Optimizing Unsprung Mass with Wheel Travel

Unit 4 Vehicle Body

4.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology

4.2 Body

4.3 Monocoque Construction Body

4.4 Introduction to the Simple Structural Surfaces（SSS） Method

Reading Material Ⅰ Aerodynamics and Weight Saving

Reading Material Ⅱ Concept Car Development

Unit 5 Electrical and Electronic System

5.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology

5.2 Instrument Panel

5.3 Electronic Devices

5.4 CAN and LIN

5.5 Antilock Brake System（ABS）

5.6 Air Bag System

5.7 Lighting System

5.8 Cruise Control System

5.9 Air Conditioning System

Reading Material An Electronic Throttle Control and Its Noteworthy Capabilities

Unit 6 New Energy of Automobile

6.1 Structural Drawing and Terminology

6.2 Alternative Fuel Possibilities for Future

6.3 Hybrid Vehicle Technologies

6.4 The Electric Hybrid Vehicle

Reading Material Ⅰ Electric-gasoline Engine Hybrid Powertrain System by Toyota

Reading Material Ⅱ Who does What in China’s New Energy Vehicle Industry？

Unit 7 New Materials of Automobile

7.1 Introduction

7.2 Structure and Manufacturing Technology of Automotive Materials

7.3 Ecodesign of Automotive Components Making Use of Natural Jute Fiber Composites

Reading Material An Assessment of Waste Issues Associated with the Production of New，Lightweight， Fuel-efficient Vehicles

Unit 8 Development of Vehicle Technology

8.1 Mercedes A-class

8.2 Advanced Features in Future Vehicles

8.3 Adaptive Restraint Technologies

8.4 Occupant Injury Protection

Reading Material Ⅰ German Cars

Reading Material Ⅱ Concept Vehicle

附录A Vehicle Symbols（汽车符号）

附录B部分阅读材料参考译文

References