College of the Redwoods
CURRICULUM PROPOSAL
1. Course ID and Number: AT 14
2. Course Title: Manual Transmission/Transaxle and Drivetrain
3. Check one of the following:
New Course (If the course constitutes a new learning experience for CR students, the course is new)
Updated/revised course
If curriculum has been offered under a different discipline and/or name, identify the former course:
Should another course be inactivated? No
Title of course to be inactivated:
Yes
Inactivation date:
4. If this is an update/revision of an existing course, provide explanation of and justification for changes to this
course. Be sure to explain the reasons for any changes to class size, unit value, and prerequisites/corequisites.
Modifying course learning outcomes for assessment purposes
5. List the faculty with which you consulted in the development and/or revision of this course outline:
Faculty Member Name(s) and Discipline(s): Paul Hidy, Automotive Technology
6. If any of the features listed below have been modified in the new proposal, indicate the “old” (current) information
and proposed changes. If a feature is not changing, leave both the “old” and “new” fields blank.
FEATURES
OLD
NEW
An Automotive Tecnology course
covering theory and principles of
manual transmissions /
transaxles, clutches, driveshafts,
half shafts, variable and constant
velocity joints, differentials, rear
wheel drive axle assemblies, all
wheel drives, and four wheel
drives. Gear types, ratios,
compound ratios, and current
noise, vibration, and harshness
diagnostic routines will be
discussed. Diagnosis, repair,
overhaul, and adjustment
procedures for common
domestic, import, and light truck
drivetrain components will be
emphasized. The course is
designed in conjunction with
Automotive Service Excellence
(ASE) standards and
subsequently, will prepare the
student for the ASE Manual
Transmission / Transaxle &
A course covering theory and
principles of manual transmissions
/ transaxles, clutches, driveshafts,
half shafts, variable and constant
velocity joints, differentials, rear
wheel drive axle assemblies, all
wheel drives, and four wheel
drives. Gear types, ratios,
compound ratios, and current
noise, vibration, and harshness
diagnostic routines will be
discussed. Diagnosis, repair,
overhaul, and adjustment
procedures for common domestic,
import, and light truck drivetrain
components will be emphasized.
The course is designed in
conjunction with Automotive
Service Excellence (ASE)
standards and subsequently will
prepare the student for the ASE
Manual Transmission / Transaxle &
Drivetrain Certification
Examination.
Course Title
Catalog Description
(Please include complete
text of old and new catalog
descriptions.)
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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Drivetrain Certification
Examination.
Grading Standard
Select
Select
Total Units
Lecture Units
Lab Units
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Recommended Preparation
Maximum Class Size
Repeatability—
Maximum Enrollments
Other
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
Updated CLOs
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College of the Redwoods
COURSE OUTLINE
1. DATE: 04-25-11
2. DIVISION: Business and Applied Technology
3. COURSE ID AND NUMBER: AT 14
4. COURSE TITLE (appears in catalog and schedule of classes): Manual Transmission/Transaxle and Drivetrain
5. SHORT TITLE (appears on student transcripts; limited to 30 characters, including spaces): Manual Trans/Drivetrain
6. LOCAL ID (TOPS): 094800 (Taxonomy of Program codes
http://www.cccco.edu/Portals/4/AA/CP%20&%20CA3/TopTax6_rev_07.doc)
7. NATIONAL ID (CIP): 47.0604 (Classification of Instructional Program codes can be found in Appendix B of the TOPS code book
http://www.cccco.edu/Portals/4/AA/CP%20&%20CA3/TopTax6_rev_07.doc)
8. Discipline(s): Select from CCC System Office Minimum Qualifications for Faculty
http://www.cccco.edu/SystemOffice/Divisions/AcademicAffairs/MinimumQualifications/MQsforFacultyandAdministrators/tabid/753/Default.aspx
Course may fit more than one discipline; identify all that apply: Automotive Technology
9. FIRST TERM NEW OR REVISED COURSE MAY BE OFFERED: Fall 2011
10. TOTAL UNITS: 4
[Lecture Units: 2 Lab Units: 2]
TOTAL HOURS: 144
[Lecture Hours: 36
Lab Hours: 108]
(1 unit lecture=18 hours; 1 unit lab=54 hours)
11. MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE: 20
12. WILL THIS COURSE HAVE AN INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FEE? No
Yes
Fee: $
(If “yes,” attach a completed “Instructional Materials Fee Request Form”—form available in Public Folders>Curriculum>Forms)
GRADING STANDARD
Letter Grade Only
Pass/No Pass Only
Is this course a repeatable lab course: No
Yes
Grade-Pass/No Pass Option
If yes, how many total enrollments?
Is this course to be offered as part of the Honors Program? No
Yes
If yes, explain how honors sections of the course are different from standard sections.
CATALOG DESCRIPTION -- The catalog description should clearly describe for students the scope of the course, its level, and what
kinds of student goals the course is designed to fulfill. The catalog description should begin with a sentence fragment.
A course covering theory and principles of manual transmissions / transaxles, clutches,
driveshafts, half shafts, variable and constant velocity joints, differentials, rear wheel drive axle
assemblies, all wheel drives, and four wheel drives. Gear types, ratios, compound ratios, and
current noise, vibration, and harshness diagnostic routines will be discussed. Diagnosis, repair,
overhaul, and adjustment procedures for common domestic, import, and light truck drivetrain
components will be emphasized. The course is designed in conjunction with Automotive Service
Excellence (ASE) standards and subsequently will prepare the student for the ASE Manual
Transmission / Transaxle & Drivetrain Certification Examination.
Special notes or advisories (e.g. field trips required, prior admission to special program required, etc.):
PREREQUISITE COURSE(S)
No
Yes
Rationale for Prerequisite:
Course(s):
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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Describe representative skills without which the student would be highly unlikely to succeed .
COREQUISITE COURSE(S)
No
Yes
Rationale for Corequisite:
Course(s):
RECOMMENDED PREPARATION
No
Yes
Course(s):
Rationale for Recommended Preparation:
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES –This section answers the question “what will students be able to do as a result of
taking this course?” State some of the objectives in terms of specific, measurable student actions (e.g. discuss, identify,
describe, analyze, construct, compare, compose, display, report, select, etc.). For a more complete list of outcome verbs please
see Public Folders>Curriculum>Help Folder>SLO Language Chart. Each outcome should be numbered.
1. Perform general drivetrain diagnosis.
2. Diagnose and repair clutches.
3. Diagnose and repair transmissions and transaxles.
COURSE CONTENT–This section describes what the course is “about”-i.e. what it covers and what knowledge students will acquire
Concepts: What terms and ideas will students need to understand and be conversant with as they demonstrate course
outcomes? Each concept should be numbered.
1. Mechanical principles, leverage, ratio's, and proportions.
2. Precision measuring using feeler gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators.
3. Critical thinking.
Issues: What primary tensions or problems inherent in the subject matter of the course will students engage? Each issue
should be numbered.
1, Small group dynamics, gender, diversity, socio economic, and multiculturalism sensitivity will
be required at all times.
2. OSHA requirements for safety and health will be adhered to at all times.
Themes: What motifs, if any, are threaded throughout the course? Each theme should be numbered.
1. Diagnosis by collecting and analyzing data.
Skills: What abilities must students have in order to demonstrate course outcomes? (E.g. write clearly, use a scientific
calculator, read college-level texts, create a field notebook, safely use power tools, etc). Each skill should be numbered.
1. Perform general drive train diagnosis
1.1. Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information,
customer concern, related service history, cause, and correction. P-1
1.2. Identify and interpret drive train concern; determine necessary action. P-1
1.3. Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as drive train system
operation, fluid type, vehicle service history, service precautions, and technical service
bulletins. P-1
1.4. Locate and interpret vehicle and major component identification numbers (VIN, vehicle
certification labels, calibration decals). P-1
1.5. Diagnose fluid loss, level, and condition concerns; determine necessary action. P-1
1.6. Drain and fill manual transmission/transaxle and final drive unit. P-1
2. Diagnose and Repair Clutches
2.1. Diagnose clutch noise, binding, slippage, pulsation, and chatter; determine necessary
action. P-1
2.2. Inspect clutch pedal linkage, cables, automatic adjuster mechanisms, brackets,
bushings, pivots, and springs; perform necessary action. P-1
2.2. Inspect hydraulic clutch slave and master cylinders, lines, and hoses; determine
necessary action. P-1
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2.3. Inspect release (throw-out) bearing, lever, and pivot; determine necessary action. P-1
2.4. Inspect and replace clutch pressure plate assembly and clutch disc. P-1
2.5. Bleed clutch hydraulic system. P-1
2.6. Inspect, remove or replace pilot bearing or bushing (as applicable). P-1
2.7. Inspect flywheel and ring gear for wear and cracks, determine necessary action. P-1
2.8. Inspect engine block, clutch (bell) housing, and transmission/transaxle case mating
surfaces, and alignment dowels; determine necessary action. P-3
2.9. Measure flywheel runout and crankshaft endplay; determine necessary action. P-2
3. Diagnosis and Repair Transmission/Transaxle
3.1. Remove and reinstall transmission/transaxle.
P-1
3.2. Disassemble, clean, and reassemble transmission/transaxle components. P-1
3.3. Inspect transmission/transaxle case, extension housing, case mating surfaces, bores,
bushings, and vents; perform necessary action. P-3
3.4. Diagnose noise, hard shifting, jumping out of gear, and fluid leakage concerns;
determine necessary action. P-2
3.5. Inspect, adjust, and reinstall shift linkages, brackets, bushings, cables, pivots, and
levers. P-2
3.6. Inspect and reinstall powertrain mounts. P-2
3.7. Inspect and replace gaskets, seals, and sealants; inspect sealing surfaces. P-2
3.8. Remove and replace transaxle final drive. P-3
3.9. Inspect, adjust, and reinstall shift cover, forks, levers, grommets, shafts, sleeves,
detent mechanism, interlocks, and springs. P-2
3.10. Measure endplay or preload (shim or spacer selection procedure) on
transmission/transaxle shafts; perform necessary action. P-1
3.11. Inspect and reinstall synchronizer hub, sleeve, keys (inserts), springs, and blocking
rings. P-1
3.12. Inspect and reinstall speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor
(VSS), and etainers. P-2
3.13. Diagnose transaxle final drive assembly noise and vibration concerns; determine
necessary action. P-3
3.14. Remove, inspect, measure, adjust, and reinstall transaxle final drive pinion gears
(spiders), shaft, side gears, side bearings, thrust washers, and case assembly. P-2
3.15. Inspect lubrication devices (oil pump or slingers); perform necessary action. P-3
3.16. Inspect, test, and replace transmission/transaxle sensors and switches. P-1
4. Diagnose and Repair Drive Shaft and Half Shaft, Universal and Constant-Velocity (CV),
diagnose and repair Joint
4.1. Diagnose constant-velocity (CV) joint noise and vibration concerns; determine
necessary action. P-1
4.2. Diagnose universal joint noise and vibration concerns; perform necessary action. P-1
4.3. Remove and replace front wheel drive (FWD) front wheel bearing. P-1
4.4. Inspect, service, and replace shafts, yokes, boots, and CV joints.P-1
4.5. Inspect, service, and replace shaft center support bearings. P-3
4.6. Check shaft balance and phasing; measure shaft runout; measure and adjust
driveline angles. P-2
5. Diagnosis and Repair Drive Axles
5.1. Inspect and repair Ring and Pinion Gears and Differential Case Assembly.
5.1.1. Diagnose noise and vibration concerns; determine necessary action. P-2
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5.1.2. Diagnose fluid leakage concerns; determine necessary action. P-1
5.1.3. Inspect and replace companion flange and pinion seal; measure companion flange
runout. P-2
5.1.4. Inspect ring gear and measure runout; determine necessary action. P-2
5.1.5. Remove, inspect, and reinstall drive pinion and ring gear, spacers, sleeves, and
bearings. P-2
5.1.6. Measure and adjust drive pinion depth. P-2
5.1.7. Measure and adjust drive pinion bearing preload. P-2
5.1.8. Measure and adjust side bearing preload and ring and pinion gear total backlash
and backlash variation on a differential carrier assembly (threaded cup or shim
types). P-2
5.1.9. Check ring and pinion tooth contact patterns; perform necessary action. P-2
5.1.10. Disassemble, inspect, measure, and adjust or replace differential pinion gears
(spiders), shaft, side gears, side bearings, thrust washers, and case. P-2
5.1.11. Reassemble and reinstall differential case assembly; measure runout; determine
necessary action. P-2
5.2. Inspect and Repair Limited Slip Differential
5.2.1. Diagnose noise, slippage, and chatter concerns; determine necessary action. P-3
5.2.2. Clean and inspect differential housing; refill with correct lubricant. P-2
5.2.3. Inspect and reinstall clutch (cone or plate) components. P-3
5.2.4. Measure rotating torque; determine necessary action. P-3
5.3. Diagnose and Repair Drive Axle Shaft
5.3.1. Diagnose rear axle shafts, bearings, and seals for noise, vibration, and fluid
leakage concerns; determine necessary action. P-2
5.3.2. Inspect and replace drive axle shaft wheel studs. P-1
5.3.3. Remove and replace drive axle shafts. P-1
5.3.4. Inspect and replace drive axle shaft seals, bearings, and retainers. P-2
5.3.5. Measure drive axle flange runout and shaft endplay; determine necessary action. P-2
6. Diagnose and Repair Four Wheel Drive/All Wheel Drive Components
6.1. Diagnose noise, vibration, and unusual steering concerns; determine necessary
action. P-3
6.2. Inspect, adjust, and repair shifting controls (mechanical, electrical, and vacuum),
bushings, mounts, levers, and brackets. P-3
6.3. Remove and reinstall transfer case. P-3
6.4. Disassemble, service, and reassemble transfer case and components. P-3
6.5. Inspect front-wheel bearings and locking hubs; perform necessary action. P-3
6.6. Check drive assembly seals and vents; check lube level. P-3
6.7. Diagnose, test, adjust, and replace electrical/electronic components of four-wheel
drive systems. P-3
REPRESENTATIVE LEARNING ACTIVITIES –This section provides examples of things students may do to engage the
course content (e.g., listening to lectures, participating in discussions and/or group activities, attending a field trip). These
activities should relate directly to the Course Learning Outcomes. Each activity should be numbered.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Listening to lectures.
Participating in discussions.
Participating in lab/skills development activities.
Researching and recording information.
Writing procedures and reports.
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ASSESSMENT TASKS –This section describes assessments instructors may use to allow students opportunities to provide
evidence of achieving the Course Learning Outcomes. Each assessment should be numbered.
Representative assessment tasks (These are examples of assessments instructors could use):
Required assessments for all sections (These are assessments that are required of all instructors of all sections at all
campuses/sites. Not all courses will have required assessments. Do not list here assessments that are listed as representative assessments
above.):
1.
2.
3.
4.
Comprehensive final examination.
Complete lab skills assessments.
Complete periodic tests and quizzes.
Homework assignments.
EXAMPLES OF APPROPRIATE TEXTS OR OTHER READINGS –This section lists example texts, not required texts.
Author, Title, and Date Fields are required
Author Birch Title
Manual Drivetrains and Axles
Author
Title
Date
Author
Title
Date
Author
Title
Date
Date
2008
Other Appropriate Readings:
COURSE TYPES
1. Is the course part of a Chancellor’s Office approved CR Associate Degree?
No
Yes
If yes, specify all program codes that apply. (Codes can be found in Outlook/Public Folders/All Public Folders/ Curriculum/Degree
and Certificate Programs/choose appropriate catalog year):
Required course for degree(s) AUTO.AS
Restricted elective for degree (s)
Restricted electives are courses specifically listed (i.e. by name and number) as optional courses from which students
may choose to complete a specific number of units required for an approved degree.
2.
Is the course part of a Chancellor’s Office approved CR Certificate of Achievement?
No
Yes
If yes, specify all program codes that apply. ( Codes can be found in Outlook/Public Folders/All Public Folders/ Curriculum/Degree
and Certificate Programs/choose appropriate catalog year):
Required course for certificate(s) AUTO.CA.ADV
Restricted elective for certificate(s)
Restricted electives are courses specifically listed (i.e. by name and number) as optional courses from which students may
choose to complete a specific number of units required for an approved certificate.
3.
Is the course Stand Alone?
No
Yes
(If “No” is checked for BOTH #1 & #2 above, the course is stand alone)
4.
Basic Skills: NBS Not Basic Skills
5.
Work Experience: NWE Not Coop Work Experience
6.
Course eligible Career Technical Education funding (applies to vocational and tech-prep courses only): yes
7.
Purpose: I Occupational Ed
8.
Accounting Method: W Weekly Census
9.
Disability Status: N Not a Special Class
no
CURRENT TRANSFERABILITY STATUS
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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This course is currently transferable to
Neither CSU nor UC
CSU as general elective credit
CSU as a specific course equivalent (see below)
If the course transfers as a specific course equivalent, give course number(s)/ title(s) of one or more currently-active,
equivalent lower division courses from CSU.
1. Course
, Campus
2. Course
, Campus
UC as general elective credit
UC as specific course equivalent
If the course transfers as a specific course equivalent, give course number(s)/ title(s) of one or more currently-active,
equivalent lower division courses from UC.
1. Course
, Campus
2. Course
, Campus
PROPOSED CSU TRANSFERABILITY (If course is currently CSU transferable, go to the next section):
None
General Elective Credit
Specific Course Equivalent (see below)
If specific course equivalent credit is proposed, give course number(s)/ title(s) of one or more currently-active,
equivalent lower division courses from CSU.
1. Course
, Campus
2. Course
, Campus
PROPOSED UC TRANSFERABILITY (If course is currently UC transferable, go to the next section):
None
General Elective Credit OR Specific Course Equivalent (see below)
If “General Elective Credit OR Specific Course Equivalent” box above is checked, give course number(s)/ title(s) of one
or more currently-active, equivalent lower division courses from UC.
1. Course
, Campus
2. Course
, Campus
CURRENTLY APPROVED GENERAL EDUCATION
CR
CSU
IGETC
CR GE Category:
CSU GE Category:
IGETC Category:
PROPOSED CR GENERAL EDUCATION
Rationale for CR General Education approval (including category designation):
Natural Science
Social Science
Humanities
Language and Rationality
Writing
Oral Communications
Analytical Thinking
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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PROPOSED CSU GENERAL EDUCATION BREADTH (CSU GE)
A. Communications and Critical Thinking
B. Science and Math
A1 – Oral Communication
A2 – Written Communication
A3 – Critical Thinking
B1 – Physical Science
B2 – Life Science
B3 – Laboratory Activity
B4 – Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
C. Arts, Literature, Philosophy, and Foreign Language
C1 – Arts (Art, Dance, Music, Theater)
C2 – Humanities (Literature, Philosophy, Foreign
Language)
E. Lifelong Understanding and Self-Development
E1 – Lifelong Understanding
E2 – Self-Development
D. Social, Political, and Economic Institutions
D0 – Sociology and Criminology
D1 – Anthropology and Archeology
D2 – Economics
D3 – Ethnic Studies
D5 – Geography
D6 – History
D7 – Interdisciplinary Social or Behavioral Science
D8 – Political Science, Government and Legal Institutions
D9 – Psychology
Rationale for inclusion in this General Education category: Same as above
Proposed Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC)
1A – English Composition
1B – Critical Thinking-English Composition
1C – Oral Communication (CSU requirement only)
2A – Math
3A – Arts
3B – Humanities
4A – Anthropology and Archaeology
4B – Economics
4E – Geography
4F – History
4G – Interdisciplinary, Social & Behavioral Sciences
4H – Political Science, Government & Legal Institutions
4I – Psychology
4J – Sociology & Criminology
5A – Physical Science
5B – Biological Science
6A – Languages Other Than English
Rationale for inclusion in this General Education category:
Same as above
Submitted by:
Michael Richards
Tel. Ext.
Division Chair/Director: Mike Peterson
4345
Date: 04/25/2011
Review Date: 04/26/2011
CURRICULUM COMMITTEE USE ONLY
Approved by Curriculum Committee: No
Academic Senate Approval Date: 5.17.11
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
Yes
Date: 5.13.11
Board of Trustees Approval Date: 6.7.11
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