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2022-2023 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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AUBR 122 - Conventional Frame and Unibody Structural Analysis
PROGRAM: Automotive Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011
Includes the use of tools, frame machines and equipment for frame and chassis repair. Includes study of terms pertaining to front suspension and rear axle. Describes the uses of frame gauges, tram identification and other measuring and fixturing systems; straightening systems and techniques; mechanical component service and knowledge of suspension and steering systems on front wheel drive unibody vehicles.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while in the lab(s). This includes wearing safety glasses (goggles) at all times while in the lab(s).
- Define at least five conditions found in frame damage.
- Define at least three measuring systems.
- Demonstrate the proper and accurate use of self-centering gauges.
- Demonstrate the proper and accurate use of tram gauges.
- Define Datum Line.
- Identify at least four types of frames.
- List the parts of a frame.
- Identify the various components of front suspensions.
- Identify the components of rear suspensions.
- Define the function of suspension components.
- Demonstrate the proper, safe and accurate use of the frame machine.
- Analyze damage.
- Define the properties of mild and high strength steel.
- Identify suspension and frame nomenclature.
- Demonstrate measuring systems.
- Demonstrate pulling systems.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- Shop safety
- Frame damage analysis
- Measuring system definition
- Datum Line definition
- Frame component identification
- Frame identification
- Suspension system identification
- Steering system identification
- Damage analysis
- Pulling system demonstration
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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