Digital Desk Copy

Overview
Use the links below to access an online version of the textbook “Technology Guide For Today’s Automotive Technician”. The online version is an exact copy of the printed version; however, it must be read online and can not be printed. Access to this resource is restricted to those with an educator’s account.

Conditional Use
Access to, and use of, this resource is restricted to the following uses. To use this resource under any other conditions,  first contact the author.

Professional Development
Instructors are welcome to use this resource as a professional development tool. Also note that all other learning resources on this site will be made avaaible to automotive eductors at no cost.

Evaluation For Adoption
Instructors are welcome to evaluate this material for use as a textbook.


Prelude Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Computer Platforms
Chapter 3: Central Processing Unit Chapter 4: Removable & Online Storage
Chapter 5: Input/Output Devices Chapter 6: Operating System Software
Chapter 7: Application Software Distribution Chapter 8: Applicaiton Software Types
Chapter 9: Portable Document Format (PDF) Chapter 10: File and Directory Structure
Chapter 11: System Configuration & Utilities Chapter 12: Keyboard & Mouse Operations
Chapter 13: Networking Chapter 14: Other Digital Devices
Chapter 15: Internet Basics Chapter 16: Viewing Online Information
Chapter 17: Managing Online Information Chapter 18: Email
Chapter 19: Online Collaboration Tools Chapter 20: Computer Security
Chapter 21: OEM Information Systems Chapter 22: Independent Information Systems
Chapter 23: Technician Driven Information Systems Chapter 24: PC-Based Automotive Training
Chapter 25: PC-Based Management Systems Chapter 26: PC-Based Diagnostic Equipment
Chapter 27: Pc-Based Reprogramming Glossary