F Automotive Powertrains (formerly AUTO 060 F)

Catalog description

72 hours lecture and 72 hours lab per term. This course covers the repair of rear wheel drive (RWD) manual transmissions, front wheel drive (FWD) manual transmissions, clutches, transfer cases, and differentials. Instructional emphasis is placed on the principles, theory, and operation of gears, bearings, drive lines, universal joints, CV joints, drive train electrical/electronic systems, and rear axles. The student will be assigned and perform hands-on lab repair projects. Instruction will closely parallel topics addressed on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A3 Manual Drive Train and Axles Examination. Optional field trips may be offered and scheduled during or outside of regularly scheduled class times. (Degree Credit) (CSU)