WAEC Auto Mechanical Work Syllabus 2026/2027 Textbooks

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The WAEC Auto Mechanical Work Syllabus 2026/2027 Textbooks: cover areas like basic mechanics, electrical systems, engine principles, and vehicle maintenance. To prepare, students should look for textbooks that align with the practical and theoretical topics typically found in automotive technology curricula, such as those focusing on engine repair, vehicle dynamics, and electrical troubleshooting.

Contents

1 Aims and Objectives
2 Examination Guidelines 2026/2027
3 WAEC Auto Mechanical Work Syllabus 2026/2027
4 Materials & Equipment’s
5 Machine tools
6 Joining Metals
7 Lubrication Bay/Tyre and Wheel Service
8 General/Servicing and Reconditioning
9 Tools/Equipment
10 Other utilities
11 WAEC Auto Mechanical Work Textbooks 2026/2027
12 Related Posts

Aims and Objectives

Candidates must understand the concepts in automotive Mechanical work
Candidates must use tools and equipment to carry out maintenance and repair on motor vehicles
Candidates must understand the safety practices and observe them in the work environment.

Examination Guidelines 2026/2027

The examination will consist of three papers — Papers 1, 2, and 3 — all of which are compulsory. Papers 1 and 2 will be taken together in a single sitting.

Paper 1 will contain forty multiple-choice objective questions, to be answered within 45 minutes for a total of 40 marks.

Paper 2 will comprise six short-structured questions, out of which candidates are required to answer any four within one hour. This paper will carry 60 marks.

Paper 3 will be a practical test lasting two hours, consisting of three skill-based questions, from which candidates will answer two for 90 marks. A list of required materials will be provided to schools at least two weeks before the test to allow for adequate preparation and procurement of materials.

In cases where the necessary materials for the practical test cannot be obtained, an Alternative to Practical Test may be conducted. This alternative will assess the candidate’s theoretical understanding of practical skills through two compulsory essay questions, to be answered in two hours for 100 marks.

Additionally, candidates are required to undergo an Industrial Attachment during the long vacation between SS II and SS III. This attachment will be supervised and assessed by subject teachers and will carry 10 marks toward the final assessment.

WAEC Auto Mechanical Work Syllabus 2026/2027

Main Topic	Subtopics / Content Details
WORKSHOP SAFETY AND REGULATIONS	– Definition of safety and regulation. – Causes of workshop accidents. – Accident prevention techniques and safety devices (e.g. sand buckets, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, safety signs).
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT	– Types and uses of tools: marking, measuring, holding, and cutting tools. – Types and uses of equipment: hand valves, grinders, machine tools, etc. – Maintenance of tools and equipment.
VEHICLE LAYOUT	– Types of motor vehicle chassis. – Principal components, identification and functions (engine, transmission system, chassis, etc.). – Chassis maintenance.
AUTOMOBILE ENGINE	– Types of engine design. – Identification of main components of an engine. – Line diagram of a multi-cylinder engine. – Types of cylinder liners. – Two-stroke and four-stroke cycles (spark ignition and compression ignition engines). – Advantages of four-stroke over two-stroke cycle engines. – Engine maintenance and servicing.
TRANSMISSION SYSTEM	– Transmission system layout. – Types of drives. – Components of transmission systems (clutches, gearboxes, propeller shaft, differential, etc.). – Operation of a simple plate clutch. – Types and operation of the gearbox. – Introduction to automatic transmission systems. – Conventional layout of the transmission system.
SUSPENSION SYSTEM	– Types and functions of suspension systems. – Fault finding, maintenance, and repair of the suspension system.
STEERING SYSTEM	– Components and functions of the steering system. – Types of steering gearboxes. – Manual steering faults and repairs. – Operation of power-assisted steering. – Steering geometry (camber, caster, toe-in, toe-out, etc.).
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM	– Purpose and types of lubrication systems. – Friction and its disadvantages. – Components of the lubrication system. – Quality and viscosity of lubricants. – Oil additives and their importance.
COOLING SYSTEM	– Function and types of cooling systems. – Components of water and air cooling systems. – Comparison of air and water cooling systems.
FUELS AND COMBUSTION	– Fuel component system. – General layout and working principle of the fuel supply system. – Components and functions of the fuel system. – Types of carburetors and fuel pumps and their maintenance. – Types and properties of fuels. – Comparison of mechanical and electrical fuel pumps.
MANIFOLD AND AIR CLEANER	– Types, functions, and maintenance of: ▪ Manifold ▪ Air cleaner ▪ Muffler
BRAKING SYSTEM	– Concept of friction and operating principles. – Types of braking systems. – Faults and maintenance of mechanical and hydraulic braking systems. – Functions, advantages, and disadvantages of the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). – Layout of the braking system.
WHEELS AND TYRES	– Types and functions of rims and tyres. – Vulcanizing process. – Regulations for tyre interchange and pressure. – Road wheel alignment and balancing.
WORKSHOP MANAGEMENT AND ENTERPRISE	– Basic concepts of management: planning, controlling, staffing, directing. – Managing resources effectively. – Concept of authority and responsibility in enterprise. – Types of enterprises. – Advantages and disadvantages of various types of enterprises in the automobile industry.

Materials & Equipment’s

Equipment : Qty RequiredToolbox with lock : 5Ball pein hammer : 5Hacksaws with extra blades : 10300 mm engineer’s rule, socket, and spanner set with ratchet and extension : 106-32mm ring and flat spanners (combined) : 5Ring spanners (6-32mm) : 5Emery cloth (standard) : 5Plug spanners : 5Flat spanners (6-32mm) : 5Allen keys : 5Feeler gauges : 5Oil cans : 5Grease guns : 5Spark plug cleaners : 5Combination pliers : 5Long nose pliers : 5Wire cutter : 5
Measuring toolsTyre pressure gauges : 5Vernier calliper : 5Surface gauges : 5Surface plates : 1Vee blocks : 6Micrometre screw gauge : 5Dial gauge indicator with magnetic stand : 2

Machine tools

Grinding machine with assorted wheels : 1
Bench grinder with wheels : 1
Valve grinding machine : 1

Joining Metals

Grinding machine with assorted wheels : 1
Bench grinder with wheels : 1
Valve grinding machine : 1

Lubrication Bay/Tyre and Wheel Service

Compressor (single phase motor driven type complete with spray gun, grease, hose) : 1
Wheel balancing machine (rim 13 – 15) : 1
Portable tyre inflator : 1
Master Vulcanizer : 1
Tyre changer complete with bead breaker : 1
Tyre repair kit comprising rasp, scissors, tyre knife, Sticher, wire brush, etc. : 2 sets
Service station set of the tool kit, plus special tools for removal of oil filter L : 2 sets
Pipe wrench, clamp/vice : 2 sets
Wheel alignment gauge : 1 set
Clutch alignment jig : 2
Injector test machine : 1
Pullers of different sizes : 2
Workbench with vices : 2
Portable engine hoist : 1

General/Servicing and Reconditioning

Bottle jack (hydraulic) light and heavy : 1
Used vehicle tyres : 1
Trolley jacks : 2
Timing light : 1
Inspection pits : 1
Compression gauge : 2
Valve spring compressor (clamp) : 2
Coil spring compressor (for suspension) : 2
Torque wrench pre-set type : 2
Torque wrench dial type : 2

Tools/Equipment

Piston ring compressor expander : 2
Axle stands : 5
Diagnostic testing machine (exhaust gas analyzer) : 1

Other utilities

Fire extinguisher : 5
Sand buckets : 5
Water buckets : 5
Complete engine, gearbox and final drive : 1
Workshop overalls : 25
Complete vehicle engine (petrol) (chart) : 1
Complete vehicle engine (diesel) (chart) : 1
Complete vehicle and chart : 1

WAEC Auto Mechanical Work Textbooks 2026/2027

Motor Vehicle Technology by J.A.DOLAN
Motor Vehicle Technology (Part 1,2,3 & 4) by S.C . MUDD
Automotive Mechanics by WILLIAM H.CROUSE and DONALD L. ANGLIN
Fundamentals of Motor Vehicle Technology by V.A.W HILLIER and PETER COOMBES
Automotive Mechanics For Schools and Colleges by ABA .N.EJEMBI and STEPHEN DAVID

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