AUT 123 - Power Train Controls

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Auto Mechanics

Description:

This course is designed to expose the student to the design, service, and diagnosis of automotive computer power train controls in automotive transmissions. Shifting, transfer case shifting, four- wheel drive and all-wheel drive shifting as well as shift feel diagnostics, and linkage adjustments will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on diagnostic and troubleshooting malfunctions and diagnostic and troubleshooting electronically controlled transmission/transaxles. Hands-on experience will be gained by utilizing electronic meters to retrieve malfunction trouble codes from the vehicle's computer. Factory/aftermarket scanner tools will be utilized to determine or retrieve malfunctions trouble codes within the transmission/transaxle units. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Prepare a list of electronically controlled unit cases; Diagnose and troubleshoot electronically controlled units; Demonstrate electronically controlled 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive units; Service electronically controlled transfer case units; Troubleshoot the unit's malfunctions; Utilize factory/aftermarket scanner tools to retrieve malfunction trouble codes; Disassemble, repair and replace electronic sensors; Locate oil pressure controlled switches; Reassemble electronic sensors and test for proper operation.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

AUT 100

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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