Power Train I Syllabus for 2023-2024
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Course

DEMR-1321-010 Power Train I

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: AUMT 1305

Course Description

Fundamental repair and theory of power trains including clutches, transmissions, drive shafts and differentials. Emphasis on inspection and repair.

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Occupational License Disclaimer

Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.

Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Cengage Mindtap

Supplies

 Pants will be respectable and wore properly, waist up around the waist where they belong.  Safety glasses will be worn at all times while in the shop/lab environment. Clean up materials will be supplied as needed. Special tools will be supplied as needed. Safety shoes/boots, with slip resistance soles. Steel toes not required. No regular tennis shoes allowed.

 

 

 

Required professional and safety attire is mandatory for class and laboratory participation.

 

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Student Performance

An introduction to the basic principles of diesel engines and operating systems.

Describe the history of diesel engines and diesel systems and their evolution; demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of diesel systems and engines and how they function; and utilize precision instruments to diagnose and repair basic systems and engine.

Utilize ASE test questions in chapter testing and N.A.T.E.F. competency’s in the lecture and lab to prepare students for a thorough understanding of the subject.

The student will describe the history of diesel engines and diesel systems and their evolution, demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of diesel systems and engines and how they function, and utilize precision instruments to diagnose, blueprint and repair basic systems and engines, start and test after disassembly.

 

Lectures and hands on assignments help prepare students to prepare for the T-2 ASE. Med/Hvy Diesel engine tests given twice a year for industry certification.

Shop assignments and hands on skills.

 

End of Course Outcomes..Understand how to disassemble and re-assemble a Diesel engine correctly...With outcome of starting and running properly, turn in all completed teardown sheets. Workbook assignments.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

Welcome to the Amarillo College Technical Education Division. We wish you the best in your educational pursuit. It is our responsibility to provide you the education, training, and "hands-on" practice to become a professional in your chosen field in a safe environment. The instruction, equipment, and facilities are provided for your use as outlined by your Administration, Program Coordinator and Faculty. Studying, practicing, and learning are required by you.

As a participating student in Amarillo College Technical Programs, you will be expected to act, perform and train in a professional manner. The following rules and guidelines are to be followed by everyone for your safety and to foster a learning environment.

Attendance: Unless it is an emergency, we highly recommend you not miss class. Recovery of missed information will be the responsibility of you (the student). Class begins at the scheduled time. If you are not in your seat in class or at the designated location during laboratory exercises, you will be counted tardy. You will be required to show an acceptable understanding of the topic(s) covered during your absence. Check syllabus for your instructor’s policy regarding attendance.

Professional Attire: Required professional attire and PPE is mandatory for class and laboratory participation. Every student will be required to wear an approved AC logo shirt to both class and lab. Shirts must be ordered through your advisor during the registration process. It is recommended that you purchase one shirt for every class in which you are registered

  • Pants will be:  clean and well maintained, no large rips or tears, held at the waist (i.e., no sagging)
  •  blue jeans or long pants (no sweats/exercise pants)
  • have no hanging chains/loose strings (safety issue)
  • NO backpacks in the shop
  • No Earbuds in the classroom or shop (safety issue)

AC Shirts must be tucked in at all times while in the classroom and lab, unless otherwise stated by your Instructor. You are expected to reflect the dignity, pride and respect of an industry professional. As a representative of Amarillo College’s Technical Education Program you shall wear your AC logo shirt while in the classroom and on the training field or in the laboratory.

There will be no caps, hats, bandanas, beanies, or hoods worn in Amarillo College class rooms. Religious or medicinal attire must be discussed with your instructor and/or Department Chair. Lab attire will be determined by your instructor. Please check your syllabus.

Your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn when indicated by the instructor in charge during any training, field, or laboratory exercises. It is your responsibility to keep your equipment clean and in good shape.

Tools / Equipment / Books / Supplies / PPE: You must come to class with the required list of tools/equipment/books/supplies/PPE listed on your syllabus in order to participate and earn credit for the day

Conduct: Due to the importance of maintaining a safe atmosphere for the training, disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. All students are expected to be respectful, courteous, attentive and quiet in order to support the learning environment.

Amarillo College Campuses are Smoke Free as of August 1, 2016. Smoking is permitted off of College property.

You will refrain from the use of abusive or slanderous language. There will be no horseplay, fighting, harassment or misconduct by anyone. Any student who uses, has in their possession, or is under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol on campus or at the training field will immediately be turned over to the campus police for appropriate action. There will be a ZERO tolerance policy and immediate steps taken toward withdrawal from Amarillo College.

Anyone who is caught cheating on an exam or quiz will immediately be excused from class and not allowed to return. This is an Amarillo College rule and will be strictly enforced. This applies to plagiarism as well.

Electronic Devices: All electronic devices producing audible sounds must be silenced during class and on the laboratory/training field. All visual slides and materials are the property of the College and may be copyright protected, hence no photocopy is allowed. See the syllabus for your instructor’s policy on this matter.

Grievances: Any student who feels that there is a conflict with a course instructor should first make every effort to resolve the matter with the instructor. If you are unable to resolve differences, you should seek resolution from the immediate supervisor of the instructor, or course coordinator, or Associate Dean of Technical Education.

NOTE: Compliance with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct is mandatory for class participation

Amarillo College is a NO phone Zone, please leave them in your vehicle

Safety glasses must be worn in the shop at all times

Grading Criteria

 

Grading Criteria

20% daily attendance and participation

 

15% tests

30% labs and tasksheets

20% final exam all students must take the final on campus

Finals are the last week of the 6 weeks. Review and cleanup will be Tuesday and Thursday of that week. Finals will be Tuesday and Thursday 

All assignments will be turned in a timely manner for a grade or the student will receive a failing grade (F). 

Shop/lab projects grade is at the instructor’s discretion.

Homework is due at the end of each week.  Only will reopen the previous week after current week is complete, previous week can only be completed to a 80%.

All job task sheets are due by the next shop class after the task sheet was to be done or five points will be taken from the grade for each class day late.

Shop write ups are due by the next shop day or five points will be taken off the shop write up for each class day that it is late.

Instructor holds the rights to add to the points or take points away, depending on student’s performance.

Student following of the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct will be considered in the final grade.

  Grades Scored Between

 

              

Equals

 

   90% and up

  

      A

 

   80% and  Less Than  90%

  

     B

 

   70% and  Less Than  80%

  

     C

 

   60% and  Less Than  70%

  

     D

 

    0% and  Less Than  60%

 

  

     F

 

Attendance

Attendance

  

If a student misses 10% of total class time they get deducted a letter grade

  

Students must attend class 75% of scheduled class time or they will be asked dropped from the class or fail

  

 

  

All assignments have a Due date and will not be accepted after that date

  

 

Mandatory Tutoring for 70% or below, 2hrs per week per course.

2 lates equals a Absent,  2 Absents equals one letter grade, 4 Absents you will be asked to withdraw

There is NO excused Absents 

  

Breaks are limited to 1, 30 minute break

  
 
 
 
 
 

Calendar

Week 1 - Chapter 40

Week 2 - Chapter 41

Week 3 - Chapter 42

Week 4 - Chapter 43

Week 5 - Chapter 44

Week 6 - Chapter 45 & Final

                                         

     

Additional Information

The course will be held at TDCJ- Clements unit

Syllabus Created on:

07/04/24 8:14 AM

Last Edited on:

07/04/24 8:16 AM