Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems Syllabus for 2021-2022
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Office Location

<p>Transportation Career Center (TCC) Rm 107 C</p>

Office Hours

7:00 - 7:30 AM, 12:30-1:00pm 

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Course

AUMT-1316-001 Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: AUMT 1305

Course Description

Diagnosis and repair of automotive suspension and steering systems including electronically controlled systems. Includes component repair, alignment procedures and tire and wheel service. May be taught manufacturer specific.

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Department Expectations

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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, 3 lab)

Class Type

Hybrid

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Supplies

AC Logo Shirt

Safety Glasses or Goggles

Closed Toe, Non-slip work shoes or boots

Tools from previous semester(s)

Student Performance

WECM End-of-Course Outcomes: Utilize safety procedures; explain operations of suspension and steering systems; diagnose and repair system components, including electronically controlled systems; perform 4-wheel alignment procedures; and perform tire service and repair.

ASE TASK LIST

 

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

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.

Students must come to class wearing the appropriate AC uniform shirts.

Pants will be clean with no rips or tears, held at waist NO sweats or jogging pants 

Students MUST wear safety glasses in the shop/lab.

No cell phones are to be in use during class unless requested by Instructor.

Students will be respectful of other classes being conducted in the building, respectful of their peers, and of the instructor.

Students are expected to dress appropriately (shirts tucked in, no profanity on clothing, no holes in clothing) and clothing must appear to be laundered regularly.

Students are expected to demonstrate proper hygiene while enrolled in classes. 

AC uniform shirt is to be worn and tucked in. 10 point deduction will result in not following Code of Conduct

No hats are to be worn in the building or in class. 

No tobacco or vaping allowed on campus. 

Grading Criteria

There are (TBD) days of class in this course. Each class day there will be a sign in sheet. Your final grade will be calculated on an average of your attendance, your participation in lab work, and an average of homework and quiz scores.

 25%-homework, quizzes, worksheets

Test 15%

Attendance 20%- Being tardy will automatically count off 50 points on your attendance grade for the day, leaving early will result in a 50 point deduction for the day. 4 tardy is an abcents 

Lab 30%- Active participation in lab activities is a major part of your grade, you must be dressed appropriately to work safely on vehicles. Your willingness to work with others and maintaining a positive attitude is part of your Lab grade. 

Final –10% Final exam 

90 - 100 = A

80- 89.9= B

70 - 79.9 = C

60 - 69.9 = D

0 - 59.9 = F

Attendance

Daily Attendance Required to meet minimum competencies

Calendar

               Each class last  8weeks,

                                        

                                         

                                                                 Course Calendar

ALL HOMEWORK DUE SUNDAYS AT OR BEFORE 11;59PM 

NO LATE WORK EXCEPTED 

week 1 due 1-23-22

week2 due 1-30-22

week 3 due 2-6-22

week 4 due 2-13-22

week 5 due 2-20-22

week 6 due 2-27-22

week 7 3-6-22

week 8 finals weeks 

Additional Information

jan 17th  –  (College Closed)

march 17-18 college closed )

Syllabus Created on:

01/10/22 11:18 AM

Last Edited on:

01/18/22 7:10 AM