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This resource from the Center for Advanced Automotive Technology (CAAT) contains a chart describing the components of electrified vehicle systems based on the vehicle drive system. Vehicle drive systems in the chart include conventional internal combustion engine, start/stop, mild hybrid electric...

This video from ISO-TOPE at the Minnesota State Transportation Center of Excellence describes various career pathways in autonomous technology. Truck driving and diesel technician careers are highlighted. The video recording runs 1:20 minutes in length.

This animation, presented by the Maricopa Advanced Technology Education Center (MATEC), provides an overview of pneumatic valves and pneumatic cylinders. According to the animation, "pneumatic valves control the flow of compressed air" and have "two common features: a passageway through which air...

This webinar, from the Center for Advanced Automotive Technology (CAAT), discusses the preparation of technicians in advanced mobility. CAAT provides curricula in advanced automotive and engineering technology for middle-skill technicians. This webinar discusses CAAT, the Center's strategic...

This PowerPoint presentation was delivered by Doug Fertuck of the Center for Advanced Automotive Technology (CAAT) at the 2014 Michigan Association of Continuing Education and Training (MACET) Summer Conference on August 1, 2014. Discussed in the presentation is how the CAAT provides curricula in...

These slides, provided by Automotive Manufacturing Technical Education Collaborative (AMTEC), were presented by Jane Ostrander and Judy Fredrickson at the Ready, Set, Launch Fall Academy conference held November 11-13, 2013. "This academy was held to discuss examples of AMTEC's curriculum...

Course Description: This 4-credit course offered at Macomb Community College analyzes and evaluates hydrogen fuel cell technology. Topics include hydrogen safety, storage, production, codes, regulations, and standards associated with hydrogen. This course also discusses the history of fuel cells,...

This video from ISO-TOPE at the Minnesota State Transportation Center of Excellence explores the operation of a semi-autonomous semi-truck. Information on autonomous technologies in the truck, such as adaptive cruise, is provided. Safety, weight limits, and more are also discussed. The video...

Module Description: This Sensors and Actuators module is part of the course "Intro to Mechatronics" at Lawrence Technological University and was developed through seed funding from the Center for Advanced Automotive Technology (CAAT). This module consists of a PowerPoint presentation and...

This resource, provided by Caterpillar Incorporated, includes two checklists and one examination sheet focusing on the safe operation of Skid Steer Loaders, Multi Terrain Loaders, and Compact Track Loaders. One checklist covers safety and maintenance inspection, while the other addresses start-up...