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Common Course Outline

Course discipline/number/title AMT 1820: Alignment and Suspension Theory

Catalog Description

Credits 2
Hours/Week 2
Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) None
Other requirements None
MnTC Goals (if any) NA

Course Description

This course covers suspension design, alignment geometry and wheel and tire factors as well as recommended maintenance steps concerning suspension systems and related components.

Date Last Revised (Month, year)

February, 2022

Outline of Major Content Areas

  1. Suspension Design and Types
  2. Alignment Geometry
  3. Wheel and Tire Maintenance/Diagnosis
  4. Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
  5. Suspension Diagnosis, Adjustment, and Repair Steps

Learning Outcomes (General)

The student will be able to:

  1. Identify and describe suspension designs and types.
  2. Describe various alignment geometry angles.
  3. Explain wheel and tire service and maintenance steps.
  4. Show understanding of suspension adjustment and repair steps.

Learning Outcomes (MnTC)

NA

Methods for Evaluation of Student Learning

Methods may include but are not limited to:

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