With helpful live-action footage and 3-D computer animation, this program shows students how to analyze scan-tool data retrieved from OBD II vehicles. Topics covered include: the concept of cybernetics, or how computerized monitoring systems are modeled on the human senses; active and passive sensors; the role of computers in antilock brake, suspension control, climate control, hybrid drive, and other functions; and details on actuators of all types, including solenoid, servo motor, relay, and dash display. Correlates to all National CTE Organizational Standards (including the provisions of the Perkins Act).

Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on Aug. 09, 2006. Learn360 is distributed by Infobase for Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Meridian Education, and Shopware.

Computer System Operation (1:46) -- Cybernetics (2:05) -- Sensor Types (4:58) -- Vehicle Sensors and Their Functions: MAP Sensors and More (5:14) -- Vehicle Sensors and Their Functions: Knock Sensors and More (2:31) -- Computers (3:47) -- Actuators (3:47).