Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Syllabus for 2021-2022
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Course

AUMT-2325-001 Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: AUMT 1305

Course Description

A study of the operation, hydraulic circuits and electronic controls of modern automatic transmissions/transaxles. Diagnosis, disassembly and assembly procedures with emphasis on the use of special tools and repair techniques. May be taught manufacturer specific.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

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Textbooks

CDX Preferred ACCESS Online - 2 Years & FAT 2e Textbook
BUNDLE ISBN#-13: 978-12-841-7182-2

CDX Preferred ACCESS Online (NO TEXTBOOK) - 2 Years
ISBN#-13: 978-12-841-7091-7

Supplies

Required 

Optional 

Adjustable Wrenches - 6" and 12"

Chisel Set

Allen Wrench Set - Standard (.050" - 3/8")

Crowfoot Wrench Set - Metric

Allen Wrench Set - Metric (2mm - 7mm)

Crowfoot Wrench Set - Standard 

Combination Wrenches: Standard (1/4" - 1")

Hack Saw and blades

Combination Wrenches: Metric (7mm - 19mm)

Drill- 3/8" and 1/2" variable speed, reversible

16 oz. Ball Peen

Brass Soft Faced

Dead Blow

Rubber Mallet

Mallet Plastic Tip Sledge 2lb

Impact Wrenches - 3/8" and 1/2"

Flare Nut (tubing) Wrenches:                Standard 3/8" - 3/4" 

Hose Clamp Pliers

Flare Nut (tubing) Wrenches:                         Metric 10mm - 17mm

Locking Jaw Needle Nose

Penlight 

Punch Set

Inspection Mirror

External Set:                                                                     E-4, E-5, E-6, E-8, E-10, E-12, E-14, E16 Torx®

Pickup Tool - magnetic and claw type

Tamper Proof Set:

 T8, T10, T15, T20, T27, T30, T40, T45, T50, T55 

Plier Combinations 8”

Screw Extractor Set 

Side Cutters 6”

⅜ Drive Universal Joint

Slip Joint (Water Pump) 8”

1/4 Drive Universal Joint

Needle Nose Pliers 8”

1/2Drive Universal Joint

Wire Strippers and Crimpers 16-22AWG

Impact Sockets ⅜ drive: 

3/8" - 3/4" shallow

3/8" - 3/4" deep

Snap Ring Plier Set - internal and external

Impact Sockets ⅜ drive: 

10mm-19mm shallow

10mm-19mm deep

Screwdriver - Blade Type: Stubby 6", 9", 12"

1/2" Drive:  

 Impact Sockets Standard 7/16" - 1 1/8" Shallow

 Impact Sockets Standard 7/16" - 1 1/8" Deep

Screwdrivers - Phillips:                              Stubby #1, #2 6" #1, #2 12" #3

1/2" Drive:  

Impact Sockets 12mm - 32mm Shallow

Impact Sockets 12mm - 32mm Deep

Torx® Set: T-8, T-10, T-15, T-20, T-25, T-27, T-30, T-40, T-50, T-55 Torx® 

Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type: 

3/8" Drive in. lb. (30 - 250)

Standard Socket Set - 1/4" Drive:

 1/4" - 1/2" shallow 

1/4" - 1/2" Deep

Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type:

 3/8" Drive ft. lb. (5 - 75) 

Metric Socket Set - 1/4" Drive:

6mm - 12mm shallow

 6mm - 12mm Deep

Torque Wrenches (Sound/Click)Type:

1/2" Drive ft. lb. (50 - 250) 

¼ drive: 3", 6" Extensions

Files - for steel and aluminum 

¼ drive: Ratchet

 

Socket Set - 3/8" Drive:

 5/16" - 3/4" Shallow

 3/8" - 3/4" Deep

Automotive Air Conditioning Gauge set

Socket Set - 3/8" Drive:

9mm - 19mm Shallow

 9mm - 19mm Deep

A/C probe type thermometer 

3/8" Drive:                                                                            3", 6", 12", 18" Extensions

 

3/8" Drive: Ratchet

 

 Thickness gages

 Socket Set - 1/2" Drive: 

7/16" - 1 1/8"Shallow 

7/16" - 1 1/8" Deep 

 

 Pick set

Socket Set - 1/2" Drive:  

10mm - 25mm Shallow

 10mm - 25mm Deep

 

1/2" Drive:   5", 10" Extensions 

 

 

1/2" Drive:  Ratchet

 

Vernier Caliper (Dial or Digital)

 

Tape Measure

 

Pry Bar Set 

 

Safety Glasses

 

Blowgun

 

Gasket scraper

 

Thickness Gauge Set

 

Automotive Digital Multimeter

 

Lockable Roll around Toolbox or Tool cart 

 

Closed Toe, Non-slip work shoes or boots

 

AC Automotive or Diesel  Logo Shirt

 

Student Performance

WECM End-of-Course Outcomes:  Diagnose, service, adjust, and repair automatic transmissions/transaxles.

ASE TASK LIST:

General: Transmission and Transaxle Diagnosis

  • Identify and interpret transmission/transaxle concerns, differentiate between engine performance and transmission/transaxle concerns; determine needed action. (P-1)
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  • Research vehicle service information including fluid type, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service bulletins. (P-1)
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  • Diagnose fluid loss and condition concerns; determine needed action. (P-1)
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  • Check fluid level and condition in a transmission or a transaxle equipped with a dip-stick. (P-1)
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  • Check fluid level and condition in a transmission or a transaxle not equipped with a dip-stick. (P-1)
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  • Diagnose transmission/transaxle gear reduction/multiplication concerns using driving, driven, and held member (power flow) principles. (P-1)
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  • Perform stall test; determine needed action. (P-2)
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  • Diagnose pressure concerns in a transmission using hydraulic principles (Pascal's Law). (P-2)
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  • Diagnose electronic transmission/transaxle control systems using appropriate test equipment and service information. (P-2)
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  • Perform lock-up converter system tests; determine needed action. (P-3)
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  • Demonstrate knowledge of pressure test including transmissions/transaxles equipped with electronic pressure control. (P-3)

In-Vehicle Transmission/Transaxle maintenance and Repair

  • Inspect, adjust, and/or replace external manual valve shift linkage, transmission range sensor/switch, and/or park/neutral position switch. (P-1)
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  • Inspect, test, adjust, repair, and/or replace electrical/electronic components and circuits including computers, solenoids, sensors, relays, terminals, connectors, switches, and harnesses; demonstrate understanding of relearn procedure. (P-1)
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  • Drain and replace fluid and filter(s); use proper fluid type per manufacturer specification. (P-1)
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  • Inspect for leakage; replace external seals, gaskets, and bushings. (P-2)
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  • Inspect and replace and align power train mounts. (P-2)

Off-Vehicle Transmission and Transaxle Repair

  • Inspect, leak test, flush, and/or replace transmission/transaxle oil cooler, lines, and fittings. (P-1)
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  • Remove and reinstall transmission/transaxle and torque converter; inspect engine core plugs, rear crankshaft seal, dowel pins, dowel pin holes, and mounting surfaces. (P-2) 
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  • Inspect converter flex (drive) plate, converter attaching bolts, converter pilot, converter pump drive surfaces, converter end play, and crankshaft pilot bore. (P-2)
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  • Describe the operational characteristics of a continuously variable transmission (CVT). (P-3)
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  • Describe the operational characteristics of a hybrid vehicle drive train. (P-3)

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Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

Students are required to comply with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct. The Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct will be posted on the bulletin board in the Transportation Career Center and the Academic Classroom Center and will be explained in detail by the Instructor on the first day of class.

Grading Criteria

Grading Criteria
20% daily attendance and particapation
25% homework
15% tests
30% labs and tasksheets
10% final exam all students must take the final
Students must have 100% attendance and 90% or higher over all grade to not take the final. Finals are the last week of the 8 weeks. Review and cleanup will be Monday and Tuesday of that week. Finals will be Wednesday and Thursday with a BLC cookout Thursday at noon with all instructors and students in attendance.

 

 

 

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
Students arriving 15 or more minutes late or leave 15 or more minutes early receive a 50% for the day
All assignments have a Due date and will not be accepted after that date
Students must wear AC logo work shirt for class

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Additional Information

Syllabus Created on:

12/16/21 10:34 AM

Last Edited on:

12/16/21 10:40 AM