This course covers the theory, operation, service, and repair of various automatic transmission and transaxle assemblies. Classroom and laboratory instruction provide in-depth training using modern test equipment in the diagnosis and repair of these complex systems. This course will prepare students for the ASE/NATEF Automatic Transmission Repair Specialists test.
Prerequisites
All First Year Certificate Auto Courses plus AUT 132.
Quarters Offered
Winter
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:
- Perform automatic transmission/transaxle repairs safely
- Accurately use and interpret automotive service and repair information obtained from manuals, technical service bulletins, and computerized service information databases
- Diagnose and repair automatic transmissions/transaxles following accepted trade practices
- Correctly use modern diagnostic test equipment when diagnosing and testing modern automatic transmission/transaxle assemblies
- Pass the ASE/NATEF certification test for Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Repair (A2).
Institutional Outcomes
IO3 Human Relations/Workplace Skills: Students will be able to demonstrate teamwork, ethics, appropriate safety awareness and/or workplace specific skills
Course Content Outline
- Introduction to Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
- Gears & Gear sets
- Hydraulic Fundamentals
- Transmission Hydraulic Systems
- Fluid Couplings and Torque Converters
- Apply Devices
- Transmission Fluids, Filters, And Coolers
- Gaskets, Seal, Bushings, Bearings, Washers, and Snap Rings
- Basic Computer & Electronic Controls
- Electronic Control Systems
- Preliminary Inspection, Testing and Diagnosis
- Electronic Control Systems Diagnosis
- Hydraulic System Diagnosis & Repair
- In the laboratory, various transmission and transaxle assemblies will be disassembled, cleaned, inspected, and reassembled to manufacturer’s specifications. Other laboratory assignments include on car servicing, testing adjustment and repair of modern hydraulic and electronic transmission/transaxle assemblies