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AUTI 251 - Automatic Transmissions I


PREREQUISITES: AUTI 111 - Electrical Systems I  or AUTC 113 Electrical and Electronics I
PROGRAM: Automotive Service
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Spring, 2019

This is the first of two courses covering automatic transmissions and transaxles. This course will focus on the mechanical and hydraulic systems including theory of operation, unit teardown, component diagnosis and testing, and repair/ rebuild procedures. Transmission Electronic controls will be introduced.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Demonstrate planetary gear operation. (e,f)
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of clutch and band application charts. (e,f)
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of torque convertor operation. (e,f)
  4. Disassemble a FWD unit and inspect components for wear and serviceability. (a,b,e,f,h,i)
  5. Disassemble a RWD unit and inspect components for wear and serviceability. (a,b,e,f,h,i)
  6. Determine failure of components and make recommendations on corrective actions. (a,b,c,e,f,g,h,i)
  7. Assemble transmission according to recommended manufacturer specifications. (a,b,c,d,f,h)
  8. Perform pressure testing, and air checking apply devices. (a,b,f)


COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Torque convertor operation
  • Planetary gear operations
  • Automatic transmission/ transaxle operation
  • Teardown and rebuild procedures of automatic transmissions/ transaxles Internal transmission/ transaxle tests

 
GRADING POLICY

A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59

 
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)