AMM225 - Manual Drivetrain

& Winter Quarter 2009

AMM 224 – AutomaticTransmissions/Transaxles

Texts
 You will need two books this quarter.
 Automotive Technology, A Systems
Approach 4th Edition Jack Erjavec
and
 Automatic Transmission – Tech One
Jack Erjavec, Delmar Learning
First Year Tools (You should have by now)
Torx Bit Socket Set
Pin Punch Set
Brass Drift
12V Test Light
Pry Bars
O Ring Pick Set
Air Blow Gun (WITH SMALL RUBBER TIP)
Snap Ring Pliers
Internal and External
(Snap-on style SRP2)
2 Year Tools You Will Need
nd

Pry Bar screwdriver style 30” or larger

Torque Wrench ½” Drive
Inch lb Torque Wrench (Optional)
Micrometer
3/8” Air Ratchet
Impact Socket Set ½” Drive ½” to 1”
Digital Multi-meter
Feeler Gauge (Go-NoGo Type)
Quarter Overview
4 Weeks
Clutches
Manual Transmissions/Transaxles
Differentials
6 Weeks
Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
Course Syllabus
Student Handbook
Lecture 10 hours per week
Lab Hours: 20 hours per week
My Office Hours: 3pm to 4pm daily
My Office phone: 527-4693
Objectives/Outcomes
Understand basic theory of drivetrain components
Understand Geartrain systems
Understand CV Joints/Axles/Drive Shafts
Understand Torque and speed relationships
Understand Planetary Gear Sets
Understand Hydraulics
Maintain, Diagnose and Repair Manual and
Automatic Transmission/Transaxles Drivetrain
Overhaul Manual and Automatic Drivetrain
Course Evaluation
Periodic Quizzes and Terminology Worksheets
Weekly Test in Computer Lab
Lab Evaluation of Tasks by Instructors
Quality of Work in Lab
Work Habits and Care of Tools Equipment
Quantity of Work in Lab
Work Order Preparation
Competency Book Preparation
Attitude
Attendance
Tardiness
Classroom participation
“A” Grade Expectations
Score 90 percent or higher on quizzes
Score 70 percent or higher on tests
Perform Drivetrain Maintenance/Service
Perform Drivetrain Diagnosis
Replace One Clutch
Overhaul One Manual Transmission
Overhaul One Automatic Transmission
Overhaul/Repair Differential
Reading Assignment
Classroom
Chapter 35 – Clutches
Chap 35 Quiz due by Thursday 11 p.m.
Test on Friday over Chap 35 and Lecture material
LAB
Perform assigned work
Homework
Review chapter and internet powerpoints