AUTO 1690 Manual Power Train Fundamentals
This course emphasizes the principles of operation, diagnosis, and repair of clutches, manual transmissions and trans-axles, drivelines, differentials, and front-wheel drive units. Emphasis is placed on understanding the principles of torque multiplication and speed reductions through the use of gearing, location, and interpretation of specifications, and correct troubleshooting and repair procedures. The student will learn written communication with service writers and customers through proper repair order write-ups. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in AUTO 1500. (3 lect., 6 lab)
Major Topics
- Automotive shop safety
- Drive train theory
- Clutches
- Manual transmissions
- Front drive axles and CV joints
- Drive shafts and universal joints service and repair
- Rear differential and drive axle theory, service, and repair
- Theory of operation, service, and repairs of four-wheel drive systems
- Power train electrical and electronics theory service and repair
- Introduction to hybrid/electric drive trains
Outcomes
In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:
1. Safely perform labor operations related to diagnosis and repair of automotive manual power train systems.
2. Demonstrate effective written communication with service writers and customers through proper repair order write-ups.
3. Identify concepts and theories related to automotive manual power train systems.
4. Demonstrate the functions necessary for automotive manual power train system operation.
5. Demonstrate competency in proper diagnostic and service techniques related to automotive manual power train systems using ASE Education Foundation job sheets.