AUT 142 ASEP

POWERTRAINS II (4CR)

Course Description

Presents operation, design, construction, and repair of power train components, standard and automatic transmission. Includes clutches, propeller shaft, universal joints, rear axle assemblies, fluid couplings, torque converters, as well as 2-, 3-, and 4-speed standard, overdrive and automatic transmissions. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.

General Course Purpose

This is the second course in a two-course study of power trains designed to provide the automotive student with sufficient skills and experiences to begin a career as an automotive technician. AUT 142 is a detailed study of automatic transmissions.

Course Prerequisites/Co-Requisites

Ability to read, write, and speak the English language. Prerequisite is AUT 141.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student should be able to:

· explain how a torque converter functions and be able to diagnose problems relating to it.

· explain how a simple planetary gear set functions and which members must be input, output, and reactionary to enable different modes of operation.

· explain basic hydraulic operating principles of an automotive automatic transmission.

· disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble an automotive automatic transmission.

· perform diagnostics on vehicle mounted automatic transmissions

· use available service information to locate specifications related to the inspection, repair and adjustments of automotive engines

· demonstrate skills using inspection procedures, troubleshooting and making corrective repairs

Major Topics to be Included

a. Hydrodynamic units

b. Planetary gear sets

c. Automatic transmission hydraulic system

d. Fundamentals of operation

e. Automatic transmission service

f. Principles of diagnosis

Instructor

Keith Brown

Bisdorf/ AA Bldg, Room 352

703.845.4623 (office)

703.845.6006 (fax)

703.618.6844 (cell)

Email: keibrown@nvcc.edu

Note: Instructor office hours are available at the administrative desk in the AA/Bisdorf Building, room 352, online at http://www.nvcc.edu/home/keibrown/ , or by calling 703.845.6341

COURSE TEXT

“Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles, General Motors Fundamental Curriculum Series”

Jeffery Rehkopf

Pearson Prentice Hall Publishers

ISBN# 978-0-13-158232-3

GRADING

• Attendance, class participation, class/laboratory conduct-30%
• Laboratory participation and contract completion – 30%
• Tests, quizzes, homework- 20%
• Final exam- 20%

Letter-grade equivalents: A = 91-100

B = 81-90

C = 71-80

D = 61-70

F = 60 and below

Student responsibilities and requirements:

• Attendance is mandatory! Unexcused absences will result in a reduced course grade or possible automatic withdrawal.
• Be punctual – all sessions are planned to start on time. 4 late arrivals equal 1 unexcused absence.
• Class is not over until you are dismissed by the instructor. Leaving early 4 times equals 1 unexcused absence and no credit for the lab.
• Students are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Respect the instructional staff, your fellow students, and yourself.
• All cell phones, pagers and other electronic devices are to be turned OFF during class, not doing so will result in a grade penalty
• All homework assignments and take home tests are due within one week from when they are given unless noted otherwise. Assignments turned in late will be subject to a 20% grade penalty.
• No assignments will be accepted after 2 weeks past due.
• Students will need internet access to use Blackboard for class assignments and other class related activities. The computer lab is available on campus if needed.
• Students are required to monitor and use their NVCC email accounts for all class activities. This is the email account the instructor will use to communicate with the students.
• Students are expected to bring pencils, pens, and notepaper to all class meetings.
• Students must purchase Scan Tron answer sheets for the midterm and final exams. These are available from the campus bookstore. Don’t forget – get them ASAP!
• Students must use a No. 2 black pencil when taking any test requiring a Scan Tron form.
• Students must read, understand and adhere to the “Automotive Laboratory Rules” posted online
• The attached “Automotive Laboratory Rules” document must be signed and returned to the instructor by the second class meeting.
• Students are required to clean up laboratory areas used during class. This is to include returning all tools and equipment borrowed from the college. The college (and most repair shops) does not provide janitorial services in shop areas. Sufficient time will be given prior to the end of lab sessions for clean-up.
• Lab contracts are to be signed by the student and approved by the instructor at the end of each lab session. It is imperative that the lab contract is kept up to date.
• Understand that your success in this course depends on your full participation

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

· If you are seeking special accommodations based on a disability, you must provide an Accommodations Memorandum. This can be obtained from the Counselor for Special Needs, located in the Bisdorf/AA building, Room 229. The telephone number is 703.845.6301.

· Students should expect to spend a minimum of two hours per week outside of class for proper preparation and completion of homework. Your success in this course will largely depend on your desire and interest in the subject and the effort you are willing to put forth.

· Please feel free to discuss any concerns or problems regarding the course with the instructor. Your feedback is essential to the quality of this course.

ATTENDANCE AND GRADES (2^nd 8 WEEK SESSION)

· Classes begin March 12.

· If you are not present for any class sessions by March 20, you will be automatically withdrawn by the instructor.

· The last day to drop the class with tuition refund is March 20.

· April 16 is the last day to withdraw from the class without a grade penalty. The instructor may withdraw a student at this time if attendance is below 60%.

· Any student that wishes to change their enrollment status to audit must do so by March 20, pending instructor approval.

· Classes and examinations end May 7.