Maui Community College
Course Outline
1. Alpha
AMT
Number
50
Course Title
Automatic Transmissions
Credits
4
Department
Vocational/Technical Author Kyle Takushi
Date of Outline
7/24/2009
2. Course Description:
Effective Date Fall 2010
5-year Review Date 2016
Examines principles of operation, diagnosis and repair of automatic
transmissions and transaxles. Explains the use of automotive tools and
testing equipment.
Cross-list
Contact Hours/Type
3. Pre-requisites
8 hours Lecture/Lab
15 weeks x 8 hrs. = 120 hrs.
ENG 19 with a grade C or better, or placement at least ENG 22, or higher, or
consent. Students must maintain a valid Driver’s License throughout the
duration of the automotive course of studies.
Pre-requisite may be waived by consent
Co-requisites
AS Program
AAS Program
BAS Program
no
None
Recommended Preparation
4. Function/Designation
yes
At least 10th grade reading skill, or consent.
AA Category
Category
Additional Category
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Chancellor
Approval Date
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Developmental/Remedial
Other/Additional: Explain:
See Curriculum Action Request (CAR) form for the college-wide general education student learning
outcomes (SLOs) and/or the program learning outcomes (PLOs) this course supports.
This course outline is standardized and/or the result of a community college or system-wide agreement.
Responsible committee:
5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs): List one to four inclusive SLOs.
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use roman numerals (I., II., III.) to designate SLOs
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
I. Describe the proper use of automotive tools and testing equipment for automatic
transmissions and transaxles.
II. Explain the principles of operation of the automatic transmissions and transaxles.
III. Demonstrate diagnostic, service and repair procedures of the automatic transmission and transaxle.
IV. Utilize the computer and other resources to retrieve information for repairs and estimates.
6. Competencies/Concepts/Issues/Skills
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use lower case letters (a., b.…zz. )to designate competencies/skills/issues
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
a. Identify the arrangement of automatic transmission/transaxle drive train components and describe the
functions of major transmission and transaxle internal components.
b. Demonstrate the ability to describe fundamental principles of hydraulics and the manner in which
they are applied in automatic transmission control systems.
c. Demonstrate the ability to evaluate and diagnose automatic transmission/transaxle problems and
recommend appropriate repairs.
d. Demonstrate the ability to service and make external adjustments on automatic
transmission/transaxle.
e. Demonstrate the ability to make in-vehicle transmission/transaxle inspections and repairs.
f. Demonstrate the ability to describe and perform off-car related repair.
7. Suggested Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes and # 6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
1 week:
1-2 weeks:
1-2 weeks:
1-2 weeks:
Introduction to automatic transmission/transaxles, tools and safety
procedures.
I,a
Automatic transmission/transaxle operation and hydraulic
principles.
I,II,a,b
Automatic transmission/transaxle diagnostics.
I,III,b,c,f
Automatic transmission/transaxle inspection and repair.
I,II,III,IV,a,b,c,d,e,f
8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, and Auxiliary Materials
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Appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles 3rd edition by: Tom
Birch / Chuck Rockwood
Appropriate reference materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: Handouts provided by instructor, Videos
Appropriate auxiliary materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: Automotive periodicals, Internet sites
9. Suggested Course Requirements and Evaluation
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and #6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the course is being offered.
Suggested requirements might include, but are not limited to:
Attendance
Classroom and Shop Management
Notebook
Automotive Tasks (shop)
Examinations (written)
10%
10%
5%
35%
40%
I,II,III,IV,a,b,c,d,e,f
I,II,III,IV,a,b,c,d,e,f
I,II,III,IV,a,b,c,d,e,f
I,II,III,IV,a,b,c,d,e,f
I,II,III,IV,a,b,c,d,e,f
10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods will vary considerably by instructor. Specific methods are at the discretion of the
instructor teaching the course and might include, but are not limited to:
a. Written Exams
b. In-class excercises
c. Problem solving activities
d. Homework assignments
e. Group and individual projects
f. Class discussion
g. Guest lecturers
h. Audio and visual presentations
i. Other techniques (service learning, co-op, etc.)
11. Assessment of Intended Student Learning Outcomes Standards Grid attached
12. Additional Information:
Revised 6/28/2016
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