Common Course Outline
Course discipline/number/title
AMT 1640: Alignment and Suspension Lab
Catalog Description
| Credits | 2 |
|---|---|
| Hours/Week | 4 |
| Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) | None |
| Other requirements | None |
| MnTC Goals (if any) | NA |
Course Description
This course covers a diagnosis, evaluation, adjustment, and repair of suspension systems and related automotive components. This course aligns with ASE standard: Suspension and steering.
Date Last Revised (Month, year)
December, 2025
Outline of Major Content Areas
- Tire repairs
- Change tires on the rim
- Check condition and level of the power steering fluid
- Flush a power steering system
- Identify a leak in a tire/wheel assembly
- Diagnose loose steering and suspension parts
- Check and adjust vehicle ride height
- Set up alignment machine
- 2 and 4 wheel alignments
Learning Outcomes (General)
The student will be able to:
- Install a patch plug in a tire.
- Mount and dismount a tire.
- Balance wheel.
- Replace power steering fluid.
- Bleed air from power steering system.
- Identify and repair a leak in a wheel/tire assembly.
- Diagnose faulty steering and suspension parts.
- Align vehicles using alignment machine.
- Recalibrate a steering angle sensor.
Learning Outcomes (MnTC)
NA
Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning
Methods may include but are not limited to:
- Shop/lab projects
- Lab assignments/worksheets
- Individual and group projects
RCTC Core Outcome(s)
This course contributes to meeting the following RCTC Core Outcome(s):
- Critical Thinking
- Students will think systematically and explore information thoroughly before accepting or formulating a position or conclusion.
Special Information (if any)
None