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Common Course Outline

Course discipline/number/title AMT 2740: Drive Train Theory

Catalog Description

Credits 3
Hours/Week 3
Prerequisites (Course discipline/number) None
Other requirements None
MnTC Goals (if any) NA

Course Description

This course will cover automotive and light truck clutches, manual and automatic transmission/transaxles, differentials, and drivelines. Content includes mechanical, electronic and hydraulic system, driveshaft phasing, alignment, balance gear ratios and diagnosis. All-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive systems.

Date Last Revised (Month, year)

February, 2022

Outline of Major Content Areas

  1. Automatic Trans/Transaxle
  2. Differentials
  3. Clutches
  4. Electronic Controls
  5. Manual Transmissions
  6. Scan tool applications
  7. Gear Ratios

Learning Outcomes (General)

The student will be able to:

  1. Inspect, diagnose, and replace transmissions.
  2. Identify types of transmissions.
  3. Describe types of repairs needed.
  4. Describe electronic control methods.

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.
Personal and Professional Accountability
Students will take responsibility as active learners for achieving their educational and personal goals.

Special Information (if any)

None