Aims and Objectives
- understand the concepts in auto electrical works
- use tools and equipment to carry out maintenance and repair on motor vehicles
- understand the safety practices and observe them in the work environment
Scheme of Examination
There will be three papers, Papers 1, 2 and 3, all of which are to be taken. Papers 1 and 2 shall be composite papers to be taken in one sitting.
PAPER 1
will consist of forty multiple-choice objective questions, all of which are to be answered in 45 minutes for 40 marks.
PAPER 2
will consist of six short-structured questions. Candidates will be required to answer any four in 1 hour for 60 marks.
PAPER 3
This will be a practical test of 2 hours duration. It will consist of three skill-based questions, out of which candidates will answer two for 90 marks.
A list of materials for the test shall be made available to schools not less than two weeks before the paper is taken for materials procurement and relevant preparations.
Alternative to Practical Test:
Alternatively, in the event that materials for the actual practical test cannot be acquired, the Council may consider testing theoretically candidates’ level of acquisition of the practical skills prescribed in the syllabus. For this alternative test, there will be two compulsory essay questions to be answered in 2 hours for 100 marks.
Industrial Attachment
This should be done by the candidates during the long vacation between their SS II and SS III course. It will be supervised and assessed by their subject teachers. It will carry 10 marks.
Detailed Auto Electrical Work Syllabus
BATTERY
- Concept of Battery
- Uses of battery
- Types, Constructional details and ratings
- Charging
- Testing and Maintenance
STARTING SYSTEM
- Purpose and components of starting system
- Circuit diagram
- Types of starter motor
- Repair of starter motors
IGNITION SYSTEM
- Purpose and components of ignition system
- Circuit diagram
- Construction and operation of ignition coil
- Types of Ignition System
- Timing
- Faults and repairs
CHARGING SYSTEM
- Purpose and components of charging system
- Alternator
- Circuit diagram
- Faults and Repairs
LIGHTING SYSTEM
- Purpose and Classification of Lighting in a Motor Vehicle
- Headlamps
- Circuit diagram
- Maintenance and repairs
AUXILIARY SYSTEM
- Concept and Components of an system
- Constructional details and operation of auxiliary system component
- Maintenance and repairs of auxiliary Components
LIST OF FACILITIES AND MAJOR EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS REQUIRED
- Motor Batteries
- Battery head moulder set
- A complete toolbox
- Polythene hand gloves set
- Ammeter, voltmeter, multimeter
- High-rate discharge tester
- Spanners, hand drilling machine
- Vice
- Bench/Table
- Wire brush, bearing extractor, pulley extractor
- Feeler gauge, soldering iron and lead
- Emery cloth, wooden file, aprons
- The jumper cable, magnetic pick-up
- Google, plastic trays
- Hydrometer
- Tester (Screwdriver type)
- Battery charger, testing lamp, cable stripper, insulation tape
Download Complete PDF
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Auto Electrical Work WAEC syllabus the same for SSCE and GCE candidates?
Yes. WAEC uses the same Auto Electrical Work syllabus for both SSCE (school) and GCE (private/external) candidates, so the topics, aims and scheme of examination are identical.
What does the Auto Electrical Work WAEC syllabus contain?
The Auto Electrical Work syllabus sets out the aims and objectives, the scheme of examination (papers, duration and marks) and the detailed list of topics and subtopics that your exam questions are drawn from.
Is the Auto Electrical Work syllabus the same in Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, The Gambia and Liberia?
Yes. WAEC standardises the Auto Electrical Work syllabus across all member countries, so candidates in Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, The Gambia and Liberia study the same content.
Can I download the Auto Electrical Work WAEC syllabus as a PDF?
Yes. You can download the complete Auto Electrical Work WAEC syllabus as a PDF using the SSCE and GCE download buttons above. The PDF works offline for both internal (SSCE) and external (GCE) candidates.
Is this the latest Auto Electrical Work WAEC syllabus for 2026?
Yes. This is the current Auto Electrical Work syllabus, covering the May/June, Nov/Dec and Jan/Feb WASSCE cycles. It was last reviewed on November 2, 2024.
How should I use the Auto Electrical Work syllabus to prepare for WAEC?
Work through every topic in the detailed syllabus above, match each topic to past questions, and use the aims and objectives to understand the skills examiners reward. Cover the whole syllabus, since WAEC sets questions from across all topics.