Course Prefix, Number And Title
Semester
AS 214 Automatic Transmissions Spring 2013
Instructor Name: Dan Warning
Email Address: dwarning@jjc.edu
Office Location: C2063
Office Telephone: 815 280 2453
Cell: 815 883 1238
Office Hours: 7:00-8:00 am, 12:00-1:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Course Description: Theory
and operation of torque converters, planetary gear sets, and hydraulics
as applied to the construction, diagnosis, service, and overhaul procedures for modern automatic
transmissions and transaxles.
IAI number: *
Students The Course Is Expected To Serve: This course can benefit a range of students from the intermediate
level student to the experienced technician working in industry.
Credit and Contact Hours
3 Credit Hours
2 Lecture/Demonstration
2 Lab/Studio/Clinical
Prerequisites: AS114 or consent of instructor
Books, Supplies, and Supplementary Materials:
 Required Textbooks/Reading list:
Author
Tom Birch
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Title
Automatic Transmissions & transaxles
Publisher
Pearson
Edition
5th
Supplementary texts/materials:
Safety Glasses
Pen
Notebook
Telescoping magnet
Calculator
Closed toe shoes (preferably leather work boots)
Blue poplin work shirt
Mini Maglite
Other resources utilized: The All Data information system
Methods of Instruction:
Lecture: Lectures are comprised of a variety of material delivery methods. Take good notes.
Laboratory: Labs are comprised of a variety of activities using different components, vehicles and
diagnostic equipment
Clinical lab NA
Internship NA
Other:
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Student Learning Outcomes: The student shall be able to:
1. Explain the principles of automatic transmission,
construction, and operation.
2. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and evaluate automatic transmission systems and
prescribe a cost effective repair strategy, and perform appropriate
rebuilding operations to renew the automatic transmission.
3. Measure critical automatic transmission component dimensions and clearances using
precision equipment and accepted methods.
4. Perform common automatic transmission rebuilding operations to factory
approved tolerances.
5. Operate automatic transmission tools such as pressure gauges, and scan tools.
6. Perform transmission evaluation and testing using current techniques and equipment.
7. Obtain and use rebuilding specifications from typical service literature sources including factory
service manuals, general manuals, electronic data retrieval systems, and the internet.
8. Assemble, install, and adjust the automatic transmission and prepare it for service.
General Education Student Learning Outcomes:
A written paper assignment will be required in this class combined with a group presentation. Some
assignments require the use of certain basic math skills. Critical thinking skills will also be evaluated.
Graded Assignments and Policies:
Graded Assignments:
Students Grade will be evaluated on the following criteria:
15% Homework and quizzes
25% Lab performance: Lab performance is based on active participation, attitude, and demonstrating
good safety practices.
25% Midterm exam.
10% Group project.
25% Final exam, Portions of the final may be a Lab (hands on).
Grading Policy: The following grading scale will be used
90-100%
A
80-90%
B
70-80%
C
60-70%
D
Below 60% F
It is the student’s responsibility to keep track of their grade at all times. Any concerns about grades need to be
discussed with the instructor.
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Major Tests and Quizzes: Make up testing is allowed at the instructor’s discretion and convenience, but you
must notify in advance if you are going to miss a test or quiz; otherwise no make-up will be allowed. The test
or quiz must be made up within one week of student’s return to class. As seen in the assignment criteria the
Midterm and Final exam have combined value of 50% of the total grade. However it has been my
experience the best grade results are achieved by doing all of the work.
Classroom Policies and Procedures
A. General Information: I expect all students to practice courtesy and respect toward others at all times in
my classroom. Any disrespect or harassment of any kind will not be tolerated. ICCB guidelines assume
that the student will spend two hours of outside study per lecture hour, and one hour of outside study
per two lab hours. This class meets four hours a week for lecture and lab; schedule at least an
additional five hours for reading, study, and more lab practice. Note: Students are responsible to learn
all the material presented in the classroom/lab and all assigned readings, whether or not they are
discussed in class.
B. Lab Policy: Safety glasses must be worn at all times while performing a lab activity. You cannot
participate in labs without safety glasses on. You cannot participate in the lab if you did not attend the
preceding lecture, No “horseplay” will be allowed in the lab. Report any injuries to the instructor
immediately. Return all tools to their proper place when you are finished using them. Report any
damaged or broken tools to the instructor immediately. Leaving the lab early will result in a failing grade
for the lab.
C. Attendance Policy: It has been my experience that lack of attendance and tardiness are a main reason
for failing this class. You can’t receive your assignments or do the labs if you are not in class.
D. Make-up Policy: Faithful attendance is essential to learning, if you must miss, get the assignments,
handouts, and lecture notes from a classmate. Do not expect the instructor to give them to you at the
next session. Due dates are not extended except (rarely) by specific permission from the instructor.
Some assignments can be made up, check with the instructor. Labs cannot be made up.
E. Extra-credit Policy: opportunities to earn-extra credit may be given at any time at the discretion of the
instructor.
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Final Exam Information: Portions of the final exam may be hands on.
G. Academic Honor Code:
The objective of the academic honor code is to sustain a learning-centered environment in which all
students are expected to demonstrate integrity, honor, and responsibility, and recognize the
importance of being accountable for one’s academic behavior. Sanctions for violation of the
academic honor can range from failing the assignment to failing the class.
H. College Statement about grades of “F” and withdrawal from class.
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Students may withdraw from a course by processing an add/drop form during regular office hours
through the Registration and Records Office at Main Campus or Romeoville Campus, or by phone
at 815-744-2200. Please note the withdrawal dates listed on your bill or student schedule. Every
course has its own withdrawal date. Failure to withdraw properly may result in a failing grade of “F”
in the course.
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At any time prior to the deadline dates established, an instructor may withdraw a student from class
because of poor attendance, poor academic performance or inappropriate academic behavior,
such as, but not limited to, cheating or plagiarism.
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I.
Intellectual Property
Students own and hold the copyright to the original work they produce in class. It is a widely accepted
practice to use student work as part of the college’s internal self-evaluation, assessment procedures, or
other efforts to improve teaching and learning and in promoting programs and recruiting new students.
If you do not wish your work to be used in this manner, please inform the instructor.
J.
Student Code of Conduct
Each student is responsible for reading and adhering to the Student Code of Conduct as stated in the
college catalog.
K. Sexual Harassment
Joliet Junior College seeks to foster a community environment in which all members respect and trust
each other. In a community in which persons respect and trust each other, there is no place for sexual
harassment. JJC has a strong policy prohibiting the sexual harassment of one member of the college
community by another. See Catalog or Student Handbook.
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Student Support http://jjc.edu/services-for-students/pages/default.aspx
a. Disability Services: http://jjc.edu/services-for-students/disability-services/Pages/default.aspx.
Student Accommodations and Resources (StAR): If you need disability-related
accommodations, specialized tutoring, or assistive technology in this class, if you have
emergency medical information you wish to share with me, or if you need special arrangements
in case the building must be evacuated, please inform me immediately. Please see me privately
after class or at my office. New students should request accommodations and support by
scheduling an appointment with the Student Accommodations and Resources (StAR) Office,
Campus Center 1125, (815) 280-2230.
b. Tutoring: http://jjc.edu/services-for-students
c. Counseling and Advising: http://jjc.edu/services-for-students/counseling-advising
d. Academic Resources: http://jjc.edu/services-for-students/academic-resources
e. Support Programs: http://jjc.edu/services-for-students/support-programs-services
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Technology Support: http://jjc.edu/services-for-students/Pages/technology-support.aspx
M. Safety:
Students with an impaired ability to concentrate may jeopardize safety in this classroom for themselves,
their classmates and their instructor. If your ability to concentrate is impaired you should discuss this
matter with your instructor prior to operating equipment or performing a laboratory procedure. Students
are responsible for reporting to their instructor any condition that would impair the ability to
concentrate. Failure to notify your instructor of this issue may be a violation of the Student Code of
Conduct.
N. Cell Phones: Please be considerate to the educational process of other students. Please refrain from
bringing cellular phones, pagers, etc. to class. If you must bring them with you, please turn them off
during class. If you have a medical situation that makes these devices necessary, please let me know
ahead of time. Violation of this policy may result in cell phones being confiscated and held until the end
of class.
O. Computer Use: Students are to use the computer lab for locating service information and specifications
pertaining to automotive coursework. Training programs and sample tests are also provided for student
use. It is also permissible to use the lab for completing assignments from other classes, email and internet
research etc. subject to school policy (see student hand book).
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Weekly Topical Outline (Subject to Change)
1) Chapter 3, Course introduction and introduction to automatic transmissions/transaxles.
2) Chapter 4, Friction Elements
3) Chapter 5, Gear systems, begin trans lab.
4) Chapter 5, Gear train power flow.
5) Chapter 6, Hydraulic theory and pump operation.
6) Chapter 7, Hydraulic control system operation.
7) Midterm review, Hydraulics diagnostics, reading hydraulic schematics.
8) Midterm, Chapter 8, Electronic shift controls.
9) Chapter 9, Torque converters
10) Chapter 10, Different transmission designs.
11) Scan tool diagnostics, code interpretation, software operations.
12) Control system operation demo on dyno.
13) Group presentations, Finish trans lab
14) Group presentations. Final exam review.
15) Final exam
Effective Date:
Signature of Department Chair: _______________________________________________
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