PicoScope Automotive Oscilloscopes

AK Automotive Vehicle Electrics Training Course

PicoScope Automotive Oscilloscopes is a two-day technical course from AK Automotive.

It is aimed at those working in motor vehicle repair workshops who would like to learn more about diagnosing vehicle electrical systems using the well known PC-based automotive oscilloscope diagnostic kit from Pico Technology.

The course covers the latest PicoScope 4425A 4-channel Automotive Oscilloscope and Pico 7 software.

Course content covers the following main topics:

  • PicoScope kit components & accessories overview
  • PicoScope 7 software
    Installation and updates
    Configuring user preferences
  • PicoScope settings and menus
  • Trigger functions
  • Oscilloscope waveforms explained
  • Data capture & storage
  • PicoScope accessories
  • Advanced functions
    Automotive menu
    Templates and reference waveforms
    Maths channels
  • Oscilloscope diagnostic techniques
  • Engine management components testing
  • CAN Bus testing

This is an ideal technical course for existing PicoScope users as well as those who have just bought a PicoScope who would like to learn how to make best use of the tool for diagnosing their customers’ vehicles.

The course takes a hands-on approach to using PicoScope as an aid to diagnosing modern vehicle electronic systems.

During the course you will learn how to use the PicoScope menus and settings and what to look for when testing vehicle electrical systems and components.

You will learn how to use PicoScope for testing sensors and actuators used in petrol and diesel engine management systems. This includes testing spark ignition systems and petrol and diesel injector control circuits. You will also learn how to test the CAN Bus and use PicoScope to perform other useful checks.

At the start of the course you will receive a detailed, fully illustrated set of course reference notes in A4 folder with example oscilloscope waveforms, settings and other useful tips on how to use the PicoScope.

By the end of the course, you will be able to use the PicoScope automotive oscilloscope more effectively when carrying out diagnostic test routines on your customers’ vehicles.

On-site Training

AK Automotive specialise in delivering on-site training.

The PicoScope Automotive Oscilloscopes course from AK Automotive is designed to be delivered on-site at customers’ premises where suitable classroom and workshop facilities are available.

Contact AK Automotive

To contact AK Automotive about this course, please click here to visit our contacts page.

Alternatively, for further information, to discuss your training requirements and enquire about an on-site vehicle electrics training course, please contact Tony Kitchen at AK Automotive directly.


Contact: Tony Kitchen (AK Automotive)
Telephone: 07484 831 015
E-mail: tony@akautomotiveservices.co.uk

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