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AUTC 116 - Automatic & Manual Transmissions

(2,3) 3 Credits


Prerequisite(s):  AUTC 101 Automotive Introduction, Fundamentals, and Safety  .
Corequisite(s): AUTC 202 Engine Performance and Diagnosis I  , AUTC 205 Automotive Cooling & Climate Control Systems  , AUTC 210 Suspension & Steering Systems  . (Students must be registered in the same section for each course)
This course will cover the theoretical understanding of principles, maintenance, and adjustments required for today’s automatic and manual transmissions and their components. This includes torque converters, clutches, transaxles, drive shafts, final drives, and all-wheel drive units. Students will experience the installation and adjustment of clutches, manual transmissions, automatic transmissions, universal joints, axles, drive shafts, and other drive train components. Diagnosis and service of transmissions and drive train components are included. 

In the lab, students will learn a hands-on strategy to perform basic maintenance of manual transmissions, automatic transmissions, clutches, torque converters, axles, and drive train components. Students will also learn how to use a variety of hand tools and precision measurement tools. Students will be required to wear clothing appropriate for auto shop safety at all classes. Safety glasses will also be required at all classes.


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