Course Syllabus
AUMT 2325
Automatic Transmission & Transaxles
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINING CENTER
Houston Community College System NE
Mr. Richard Hakemack
8 Weeks
Time Class Meets 10:00 am to 1 pm
Monday through Thursday
OFFICE HOURS: 1:30-2:30 pm
Office Room Number 210D
Tel. 713- 718-8123 or 713-718-8100
Revised: December 2015
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COURSE DESCRIPTION- This course of study consists of an introduction to the
theory, operation, service and repair of Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles.
The use of basic diagnostic equipment, repair methods and measurement will be
taught. May be taught manufacturer specific
PREREQUISITES: None
REQUIRED TEXTBOOK
Automotive Technology 5th Edition
Author: James D. Halderman
The textbook can be purchased at the campus bookstore
TIME AND DAYS OF THE COURSE; Classes are held Monday through
Thursday; 10am - 1pm. There will be a scheduled shop clean up every
Thursday at the end of class.
2325 Grading System
Final Examination 20% 50 Questions multiple choice
Midterm 20% 50 Questions multiple choice
Lab & Daily Participation 20% Grades are calculated at 3.125 points per day.
Online myautomotive lab activities 20% Includes timed online testing per
chapter. Students must complete the assigned online activities and tests
assigned in myautomotive lab. A course code will be given out by the second
day of class. Activities in myautomotive lab are a requirement for course
completion.
Research paper 20% Describe the operational characteristics of a CVT
transmission.
The research paper will be at least 500 words (2 full pages) in length over the
given topic: see above research paper.
This paper will be written in 12 point times new roman font, and double spaced
using normal 1 inch margins. The paper heading will include title, name, date,
and course number. The research paper will include a thesis statement, body
and conclusion.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
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The focus of this course is to engage the student with lecture and hands
on activities designed to promote retention of basic automatic
transmission system theory and function. In addition, the student will learn
basic service, diagnostic and repair skills enabling him or her to service
and repair automatic transmission and drivetrain systems using modern
tools, equipment and diagnostic methods.
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: AUMT 2325
a. Identify the basic principles of automatic transmissions
b. Demonstrate critical thinking strategies within the context of
advanced automotive diagnostic routines and procedures
c. Apply effective diagnostic methods to perform repairs on lab
vehicles and lab units
d. Utilize online data and service information to make effective
decisions.
e. Utilize modern diagnostic equipment to perform diagnostic routines
on automatic transmissions
f. Utilizing appropriate safety procedures, tools and multimedia, the
student will demonstrate familiarity with vehicle parts, accessories
and basic service procedures.
COURSE POLICIES
Attendance policy
Students are expected to attend classes regularly, and to be on time for every
class period. Students can be dropped from a class due to excessive absences.
Excessive tardiness may be considered absences. Students are responsible for
subjects, assignments, and projects covered during their absences. Consult the
Student Handbook for more details.
4 ABSENCES ARE THE MAXIMUM ALLOWED FOR THIS COURSE
Students can be dropped from the course for absences exceeding the allowable
limit of 4 days or 12.5 % of class missed. For each absence 3.125 points will be
deducted from the students lab/daily participation grade. There are no excused
absences.
Tardiness
Students who are not present when role is taken will be marked tardy. Three tardies
are considered one (1) absence.
REQUIREMENT FOR THE SUCCESSFUL, COMPLETION OF AUMT 2325
 Have a passing average
 Take all tests with a passing grade
 Take the final examination
 Complete all items in myautomotive lab
 Turn in all lab sheets and work required
 For each day missed or lab sheet not turned in 3.125 points will be
deducted from the participation lab grade
 Turn in research paper by due date
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Make up policy
Make up work is at the discretion of the instructor. Make-up work will be
completed the day the student returns to class…NO EXCEPTIONS! All make up
work will be completed before last day of the course. Lab work missed due to
absences cannot be made up and the student will receive an F on any lab work
missed 3.125 point off of lab/daily participation grade. Check on your grades
often and discuss concerns early. The college expects you to read the catalog
and handbook to inform you of all policies. If you experience any problems with
your class, please discuss the problem with your instructor.
Academic Honesty
Scholastic dishonesty is treated with the utmost seriousness by the instructor and
the College. Academic dishonesty includes, but it is not limited to the willful
attempt to misrepresent one’s work, cheat, plagiarize, or impede other students’
scholastic progress. Consult the Student Handbook for more details or visit
http://www.hccs.edu/hccs/current-students/student-handbook
Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment is a form of sex discrimination that is not tolerated in any
form by Houston Community College System. See Student Handbook.
Students with Disabilities
Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric,
vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must
contact the Disability Support Services Office at the beginning of each
semester. HCCS faculty members are only authorized to provide the
accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office.
Cell Phones
All cell phones must be muted, set to vibrate, or turned off during class. Cell
phone activity during class is deemed disruptive to the academic process and will
not be tolerated. If you need to make or receive an emergency call, you must
leave the classroom. Cell phones are not to be used or turned on during tests at
any time.
Calculators
If the course allows the use of a calculator during class, lab projects, and exams,
the student is responsible to bring his/her calculator. Cell phones are not
calculators, and are not allowed to be used for that purpose during class, tests,
or exams.
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Student ID
Students are required to obtain a Student ID. For additional information, consult
the Student Handbook.
Parking Rules and Regulations
Students are required to follow HCC’s regulations regarding parking and permits.
Books, Tools and Supplies
Students are required to purchase and bring to class the required textbooks,
tools, notebooks, supplies, and writing instruments as required by the instructor.
Students are required to have a basic hand tool set they can bring to class on a
daily basis. Special tools are provided by the instructor.
Dress Code
Dress code must be appropriate for the class. Students must dress in a way that
clothing and accessories do not compromise their safety, and the safety of
others. Proper foot wear is required on campus. No open toe shoes, shorts, tank
tops or loose fitting jewelry are permitted on campus at any time. Students failing
to comply with dress code will be asked to leave campus.
Course Withdrawal
It is the responsibility of the student to officially withdraw from a course before the
official withdrawal deadline. A student who does not withdraw from a course by
the deadline will receive an “F” as the final grade.
Course Repetition
Students who repeat a course three (3) or more times will face significant
tuition/fee increases. Please ask your instructor about opportunities for tutoring or
other assistance prior to considering course withdrawal.
Refunds
You receive a 100 percent refund when your class does not make or when a
college error has been made. Refunds are processed as soon as possible and
generally are mailed four to six weeks after the last day to apply for a refund.
Your refund will be mailed to the address on your student record. A StopPayment Fee of $20 is charged to reissue a refund check that has been mailed
to an incorrect address. A refund for fees that are paid by third parties, such as
friends or relatives, will be made directly to you. However, if payment of your
tuition and fees was made to HCCS directly by a sponsor, donor, or scholarship,
the refund will be sent to the source, not to you.
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Grade Appeal
Grade determination and awarding of all grades in the course is clearly the
responsibility of the instructor. A student’s grade can be changed only at the
discretion of the instructor or as a result of the appeals committee process.
Whenever possible, students and instructors should attempt to resolve grade
disputes informally. If this is not possible and the student remains dissatisfied,
the instructor will notify the student of the student’s right to appeal a final course
grade and the procedure for filing an appeal. For Further Information concerning
the grade appeal process see the HCC Student Handbook.
Classroom & Laboratory Conduct
Proper behavior is expected in all classes and laboratories. Foul language and
horseplay are not allowed. Making or receiving cell phone calls during class is
not allowed. Sleeping in class is not allowed. Students not following these
policies will be asked to leave the class.
Safety Glasses
All A.T.T.C. students must wear OSHA approved safety glasses or safety
goggles any time they in the lab area. Students must have safety glasses by the
third day of class. Students who do not purchase safety glasses will not be
allowed to do any lab activities and therefore will receive a grade of F (-3.125
points) for their daily lab grade.
Student ID Badges
Students must wear their I.D. badges 100% of the time while on campus.
Students who do not have their I.D. badges will not be allowed to check out tools,
or use LRC resources.
Student Survey
At Houston Community College, professors believe that thoughtful student
feedback is necessary to improve teaching and learning. During a designated
time, you will be asked to answer a short online survey of research-based
questions related to instruction. The anonymous results of the survey will be
made available to your professors and division chairs for continual improvement
of instruction. Look for the survey as part of the Houston Community College
Student System online near the end of the term.
Tool Policy
After the second week of class each student must have at least 95% of tools
listed on the basic tool list, in order to perform any shop tasks. Students that do
not have their tools and safety glasses cannot work in the shop and will have
points taken off of their daily participation grade. A course specific tool list is
available at the front office.
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Automotive Student Required Basic Tool List
Safety glasses
All sockets are regular depth unless otherwise noted
3/8 drive socket set with ratchet --- metric 10-22mm
Extensions – 3 3/8 drive extensions
½ inch drive socket set with ratchet -- metric 8 through 24mm
Extensions: 3
½ inch impact sockets 10 through 24mm
Combination Wrench Set 8mm-25mm
Screwdrivers Phillips and Flat stubby – 12 inch
Plier set:
Diagonals, Needle nose, Slip joint, Channel locks
Ball Peen Hammer
Torx Set - T handle t-10 through t- 40
Allen wrench set
Feeler gauge
Service light LED
Wire Brush
Scraper Set
Tool Box
COURSE OUTLINE AUMT 2325
Week 1 & 2 Reading Assignment: Chapter 6, 127, 128
Lecture: Safety, Fluids, Friction, Gear Theory and Torque
Lecture: Clutches, Bands, Planetary gear sets
Lab: Gear inspection, clutch packs and parts identification
Lab: Disassembly of the 41TE Transmission
Reassembly using proper methods and special tools
Lab: Service of automatic transmissions
Week 3 & 4 Reading Assignment Chapter 128, 129
Lecture: Hydraulics, Hydraulic actuators, Valve bodies and oil pumps
Lab: Service of automatic transmissions
Lab: Disassembly of the 4L60E Transmission
Inspection and replacement of components
Reassembly using proper methods and special tools
Midterm Thursday week 4 at 10:00 am
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Week 5 & 6 Reading assignment Chapter 129, 130
Lecture: Repair of Automatic Transmissions and related components
Lab: Service of automatic transmissions
Lab: Disassembly of the 4L60E Transmission
Inspection and replacement of components
Reassembly using proper methods and required special tools
Week 7 &8 Reading assignment Chapter 130
Lecture: Diagnosis and repair of Automatic Transmissions and
related components
Lecture: Review for Final Exam
Lab: Finish Lab work and NATEF lab sheets
Turn in research paper Monday week 8 by 1 pm
Final Examination week 8 at 10:00 am
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SHOP SAFETY RULES
1. Eye protection must be worn in the shop
2. When a car is jacked up with a floor jack, jack stands must be used to
support the car. The car must be fully supported before any person is under
the car or any work is done.
3. When starting a car, the person starting the car MUST be sitting in the driver
seat.
4. Horseplay is not tolerated in the shop.
5. All spills should be cleaned up promptly. Never allow spills to remain on the
floor.
6. Report all accident to your instructor immediately – even minor accidents.
7. Work clothes should be relatively clean and free of all flammable grease or
oil.
8. If you make a mess – clean it up.
9. After using any drain pan, empty the pan in an appropriate waste storage
container, and clean the drain pan
10. Hydraulic lifts are to be left fully up or down over night. If left up, safety
stands should be in place.
11. Never leave creeper on the floor. When not in use – stand them up.
12. DO NOT use any tool or piece of equipment that you believe to be unsafe.
Report it to your instructor.
13. Before starting an engine in the shop, connect an exhaust hose to tail pipe.
Turn on exhaust vents and all ceiling fans.
14. Always use goggle or face shield when grinding, hammering, machining,
working under a car, or blowing with shop air.
15. If foreign material becomes lodged in your eye, DON”T rub it. This can
cause the particle to scratch the eyes and become embedded deeper.
Notify your instructor immediately
16. Don’t work when feeling sick. Inform your instructor of the circumstances.
17. Report unsafe or improper practices to your instructor.
18. Never leave gasoline in an open container.
19. Always have a class “B” fire extinguisher available while working on fuel
system or around fuel.
20. Observe precautions for working with flammable liquids.
21. If you are uncertain about positioning a vehicle on a lift or jack – consult
your instructor.
22. Long hair must be confined (under a Hat, tied back or a hair net).
23. Keep tools, electrical cords and hoses away from moving engine parts.
24. Do not wear loose fitting or flowing clothing that could become entangled in
rotating machinery.
25. Material Safety Data sheets are located in the tool room.
26. Rings, watches, bracelets, earring and other jewelry should not be worn in
the shop.
27. If you break a tool please inform your instructor.
28. If a tool or piece of equipment is not working please inform your instructor.
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SCANS
The following is information concerning SCANS competencies.
THINKING SKILLS
F7. Creative Thinking: Uses imagination freely, combines ideal or information in
new ways, makes connections between seemingly unrelated ideas, and
reshapes goals in ways that reveal new possibilities.
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F7. Creative Thinking - Given a vehicle, lab engine or classroom exercise using
the student imagination freely, combines ideal or information in new ways, makes
connection between seemingly unrelated ideas, and reshapes goals in way that
reveal new possibilities.
F7. Creative Thinking – Evaluation
The student proceeds through the troubleshooting process for the problem in
question.
Confirm the complaint
30%
Consult labor guide and estimate time to repair
20%
Consult proper manual or procedure
30%
Inspect vehicle or system in proper order
20%
F8, Decision Making: Specifies goals and constraints, generates alternatives,
considers risks and evaluates and chooses best alternatives.
F8. Decision Making - Given a vehicle, lab engine or classroom exercise the
student setting specifies goals and constraints, generates alternatives, considers
risks, and evaluates and chooses best alternatives.
F8. Decision Making - Evaluation
The student proceeds through the troubleshooting process for the problem in
question.
Confirm the complaint
30%
Consult labor guide and estimate time to repair
20%
Consult proper manual or procedure
30%
Inspect vehicle or system in proper order
20%
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F9. Problem Solving: Recognizes that a problem exists (i.e., there is a
discrepancy between what is and what should or could be), identifies possible
reason for the discrepancy and devises and implements a plan to resolve it.
Evaluates and monitors progress, and revises plan as indicated by finding.
F9. Problem Solving - Given a vehicle, lab engine or classroom exercise the
student will describe a vehicle problem. Recognizer that a problem exists (i.e.,
there is a discrepancy between what is and what should or could be) identifies
possible reason for the discrepancy, and devices and implements a plan of
action to resolve it. Evaluates and monitors progress, and revises plan indicated
by findings.
F9. Problem Solving – Evaluation
The student proceeds through the troubleshooting process for the problem in
question.
Confirm the complaint
30%
Consult labor guide and estimate time to repair
20%
Consult proper manual or procedure
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30%
Inspect vehicle or system in proper order
20%
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ALL STUDENTS,
I HAVE READ & UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT AS IT
RELATES TO AUMT 2325. I WILL ABIDE BY THE GUIDELINES SET FORTH
BY THIS SYLLABUS
Signature
Printed Name
Date
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ALL STUDENTS,
I HAVE READ & UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT AS IT
RELATES TO AUMT 2325. I WILL ABIDE BY THE GUIDELINES SET FORTH
BY THIS SYLLABUS
Signature
Printed Name
Date
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