College of the Redwoods
CURRICULUM PROPOSAL
1. Course ID and Number: AT 30
2. Course Title: Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
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): Michael Richards, Paul Hidy - Auto 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
Course Title
Catalog Description
(Please include complete
text of old and new catalog
descriptions.)
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
An Automotive Technology
course covering theory and
principles related to both
hydraulic and electronically
actuated automatic
transmissions/transaxles. Topics
will include positive and variable
displacement pumps, torque
converters, torque converter
clutches, hydraulic valves,
electronic shift solenoids,
governors, and common
compound planetary gear
arrangements. The laboratory
portion of the course will focus on
diagnostic and overhaul
procedures, in-vehicle testing,
and bench testing of various
components. The course is
designed in conjunction with
Automotive Service Excellence
(ASE) standards and
subsequently, will prepare the
student for the ASE Automatic
Transmission Certification
Examination.
A course covering theory and
principles related to both hydraulic
and electronically actuated
automatic
transmissions/transaxles. Topics
will include positive and variable
displacement pumps, torque
converters, torque converter
clutches, hydraulic valves,
electronic shift solenoids,
governors, and common
compound planetary gear
arrangements. The laboratory
portion of the course will focus on
diagnostic and overhaul
procedures, in-vehicle testing, and
bench testing of various
components. The course is
designed in conjunction with
Automotive Service Excellence
(ASE) standards and subsequently
will prepare the student for the ASE
Automatic Transmission
Certification Examination.
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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: 04-25-2011
2. DIVISION: Business and Applied Technology
3. COURSE ID AND NUMBER: AT30
4. COURSE TITLE (appears in catalog and schedule of classes): Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
5. SHORT TITLE (appears on student transcripts; limited to 30 characters, including spaces): Automatic Trans/Transaxle
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: Spring 2012
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 related to both hydraulic and electronically actuated
automatic transmissions/transaxles. Topics will include positive and variable displacement
pumps, torque converters, torque converter clutches, hydraulic valves, electronic shift solenoids,
governors, and common compound planetary gear arrangements. The laboratory portion of the
course will focus on diagnostic and overhaul procedures, in-vehicle testing, and bench testing of
various components. The course is designed in conjunction with Automotive Service Excellence
(ASE) standards and subsequently will prepare the student for the ASE Automatic Transmission
Certification Examination.
Special notes or advisories (e.g. field trips required, prior admission to special program required, etc.):
PREREQUISITE COURSE(S)
No
Yes
Course(s):
Rationale for Prerequisite:
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. Diagnose general transmission and transaxle problems.
2. Maintain and adjust transmissions and transaxles.
3. Diagnose and repair in-vehicle transmission and transaxle problems.
4. Diagnose and repair off-vehicle transmission and transaxle problems.
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, ratios, and proportions.
2. Precision measuring using feeler gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators.
3. Hydraulic principles, Pascal's Theory.
4. Electrical principles, Ohm's Law, voltage, current, and resistance.
5. 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.
2. Skills development through hands on lab experience.
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. Diagnose general transmission and transaxle problems.
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 transmission/transaxle concern; assure proper engine
operation; determine necessary action. P-1
1.3. Research applicable vehicle and service information, such as
transmission/transaxle 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, and calibration decals). P-1
1.5. Diagnose fluid loss and condition concerns; check fluid level on transmissions
with and without dip-stick; determine necessary action.
P-1
1.6. Perform pressure tests; determine necessary action. P-1
1.7. Perform stall test; determine necessary action. P-3
1.8. Perform lock-up converter system tests; determine necessary action. P-3
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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1.9. Diagnose mechanical and vacuum control system concerns; determine necessary
action. P-2
1.10. Diagnose noise and vibration concerns; determine necessary action. P-2
1.11. Diagnose transmission/transaxle gear reduction/multiplication concerns using
driving, driven, and held member (power flow) principles. P-1
1.12. Diagnose pressure concerns in a transmission using hydraulic principles
(Pascal’s Law). P-2
1.13. Diagnose electrical/electronical concerns using principles of electricity
(Ohm’s Law). P-2
2. Maintain and adjust transmissions and transaxles.
2.1. Inspect, adjust or replace throttle valve (TV) linkages or cables; manual shift
linkages or cables; transmission range sensor; check gear select indicator
(as applicable). P-1
2.2. Service transmission; perform visual inspection; replace fluids and filters. P-1
3. Diagnose and repair in-vehicle transmission and transaxle problems.
3.1. Inspect, adjust or replace (as applicable) vacuum modulator; inspect and repair or
replace lines and hoses. P-3
3.2. Inspect, repair, and replace governor assembly. P-3
3.3. Inspect and replace external seals and gaskets. P-2
3.4. Inspect extension housing, bushing and seals; perform necessary action. P-3
3.5. Inspect and replace speedometer drive gear, driven gear, vehicle speed sensor
(VSS), and retainers. P-2
3.6. Diagnose electronic transmission control systems using a scan tool; determine
necessary action. P-1
3.7. Inspect, replace, and align powertrain mounts. P-2
4. Diagnose and repair off-vehicle transmission and transaxle problems.
4.1. Removal, Disassembly, and Reinstallation
4.1.1. Removal and reinstall transmission and torque converter (rear-wheel drive). P-2
4.1.2. Remove and reinstall transaxle and torque converter assembly. P-1
4.1.3. Disassemble, clean, and inspect transmission/transaxle. P-1
4.1.4. Inspect, measure, clean, and replace valve body (includes surfaces, bores, springs,
valves, sleeves, retainers, brackets, check-balls, screens, spacers, and gaskets). P-2
4.1.5. Inspect servo bore, piston, seals, pin, spring, and retainers; determine necessary
action. P-3
4.1.6. Inspect accumulator bore, piston, seals, spring, and retainer; determine necessary
action. P-3
4.1.7. Assemble transmission/transaxle. P-1
4.1.8. Inspect, leak test, and flush cooler, lines, and fittings. P-1
4.2. Oil Pump and Converter
4.2.1. Inspect converter flex plate, attaching parts, pilot, pump drive, and seal areas. P-2
4.2.2. Measure torque converter endplay and check for interference; check stator clutch. P-2
4.2.3. Inspect, measure, and reseal oil pump assembly and components. P-1
4.3.
Gear Train, Shafts, Bushings and Case
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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4.3.1. Measure endplay or preload; determine necessary action. P-1
4.3.2. Inspect, measure, and replace thrust washers and bearings. P-2
4.3.3. Inspect oil delivery seal rings, ring grooves, and sealing surface areas. P-2
4.3.4. Inspect bushings; determine necessary action. P-2
4.3.5. Inspect and measure planetary gear assembly (includes sun, ring gear, thrust
washers, planetary gears, and carrier assembly); determine necessary action. P-2
4.3.6. Inspect case bores, passages, bushings, vents, and mating surfaces; determine
necessary action. P-2
4.3.7. Inspect transaxle drive, link chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, and bushings;
perform necessary action. P-2
4.3.8. Inspect, measure, repair, adjust or replace transaxle final drive components. P-2
4.3.9. Inspect and reinstall parking pawl, shaft, spring, and retainer; determine
necessary action. P-3
4.4. Friction and Reaction Units
4.4.1. Inspect clutch drum, piston, check-balls, springs, retainers, seals, and friction and
pressure plates; determine necessary action. P-2
4.4.2. Measure clutch pack clearance; determine necessary action. P-1
4.4.3. Air test operation of clutch and servo assemblies. P-1
4.4.4. Inspect roller and sprag clutches, races, rollers, sprags, springs, cages, and
retainers; determine necessary action. P-1
4.4.5. Inspect bands and drums; determine necessary action. P-2
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.
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/Rockwood Title
Author
Title
Date
Author
Title
Date
Author
Title
Date
Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles
Date
2010
Other Appropriate Readings:
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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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
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,
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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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
PROPOSED CSU GENERAL EDUCATION BREADTH (CSU GE)
A. Communications and Critical Thinking
A1 – Oral Communication
A2 – Written Communication
A3 – Critical Thinking
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
B. Science and Math
B1 – Physical Science
B2 – Life Science
B3 – Laboratory Activity
B4 – Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
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
Curriculum Proposal: 01/23/09 (rev.)
Academic Senate Approved: pending
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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:
Paul Hidy
Tel. Ext.
Division Chair/Director: Mike Peterson
4376
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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