AUMT-2413 Automotive Drive Train and Axles

Henry King

Credit Summer 2024

Section(s)

AUMT-2413-001 (79640)
LEC WTh 5:00pm - 7:50pm RVS RVSB 4217

LAB WTh 7:50pm - 9:30pm RVS RVSB 4217

Course Requirements

 SYLLABUS 

SECTION SPECIFIC INFORMATION

·  Automotive Drive Train and Axles , AUMT 2413-001 79640 

 

·  RVS , Wednesday & Thursday 5:00 PM-9:30 PM

 INSTRUCTOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION

  • Henry King
  • 512-775-4619 Cell /TXT
  • office hours : 4:00PM-5:00 PM RVS
  • Txt or email for to arrange a conference 
  • hking3@austincc.edu
  • BlackBoard or Jupiter grades messages accepted 

 

 COURSE DESCRIPTION

  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Classroom Contact Hours per week: 2.5
  • Laboratory Contact Hours per week: 2.5

 

 

A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. This class is recommended to be taken concurrently with AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE, AUMT 2428

 

“Transferability of workforce courses varies. Students interested in transferring courses to another college should speak with their Area of Study (AoS) advisor, Department Chair, and/or Program Director.”

COURSE RATIONALE

A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. 

 

PREREQUISITES

Prerequisites: AUMT 1405 and AUMT 1407. Course Type: W 


 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES, GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES, & SCANS

 

a. Common Course Objectives: To prepare students for entry-level employment and certification through ASE. 

b. Course Objectives: To educate students on the operation, fundamentals, and diagnosis of manual transmissions and drivetrain components . The interaction of the transmission with other parts of the vehicle's powertrain

 

REQUIRED TEXTS/MATERIALS/SOFTWARE

SYSTEM-ACC(12 MNTHS) ISBN: 9789079595112*

  • Manufacturers' service manuals. 
  • You will be provided with a tool list during the student orientation session. You are expected to purchase the tools on the tool list for this class. 
  • Automotive books can be found in the RVS bookstore located downstairs in Bldg. ONLINE: http://www.austincc.edu/autotech/ 
  • Blackboard 
  • ALLDATA 
  • IDENTIFIX
  • FORD TRAINING 
  • 3 ring binder 2-3 “ 
  • Clipboard 
  • Uniform shirt from the tool room
  • 1 Pack of erasable color pencils

 

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

 

  • lecture/lab


 

“Students will use the Blackboard learning management system for assignment instructions, submitting assignments, and collaboration.”

 GRADING SYSTEM

Test average...........................................................20% 

Daily participation and attendance......................10%

Safety and Technical Certificates………………..10% 

Final Test Grade....................................................20% 

Job Sheets / Workorders........................................20% 

Homework ............................................................20% 

 

Tests will constitute 20% of the final grade. 

  •  There will be a total of 3 tests. 
  •  3 tests will be on blackboard based on homework and lectures and class activities. 
  •  If you miss a test you will have one opportunity to make it up. This should be done by the next class period. I will need you to email if you are not able to make it to a test. This is your responsibility. 

 

 

 Daily participation and attendance is worth 10% of the final grade. 

  •  There will be an individual grade for each class day, and they can’t be made up. 
  •  This grade is derived from both your actions and the time you spend in the classroom and in the lab. If you show up on time but leave early you can expect that 50% of this grade will be lost. 
  • If you clock in but don’t clock out you will be marked absent.
    •  (If you want consideration for missing a clock in or clock out event, you can request an edit by sending me an email at hking3@austincc.edu and explaining why you didn’t enter your time and how you plan on preventing it from happening again in the future.)
  •  You MUST bring and wear your ACC uniform each class day and also bring the necessary tools in order to get credit for daily participation. 
  •  Students should avoid being distracted by using their cell phone accidents and other damage to personal property and equipment due to distraction will have the student subject to withdrawal from the course 










 

Safety and Technical Certificates 10%

 

  • You will need to complete and Email the certificates to hking3@austincc.edu using the subject line Technical Certificates by the end of the semester

Or use this new Submission Form 

  • F308201103 Manual Transmission
  • 36S13W0 Differential and Driveline Systems Operation
  • 36S14W0 Transfer Case and RWD Based 4WD Systems Operation
  • F101018003 Drivetrain and Transmission Fundamentals

 

Final exam is comprehensive and makes up 20% of the final grade. There is no midterm exam 

  • The test will consist 
    • 25% Practicum
    • 25% Post Test 
    • 50% Blackboard Test
  •  The doors to the classroom will be locked at the beginning of class on the day of the final so you will have to be on time. 
  •  20 extra point can be earned on the final if the student turns in a 2000 word essay on a specific modern automotive technology 
  •  The essay is due on the class day before the final week 
  •  If you intend to write a paper I will give you a list of articles that you can base the essay on. All essays must be descriptive or informative 
  •  All essay topics must be approved by me via email 
  •  You can replace the 50% Blackboard Test grade by taking the Manual Transmission ASE (A3) and passing it during the current semester.

 

Job Sheets / Workorders / Class Worksheets  20% of the semester grade will be awarded for the successful completion 

  • For all completed shop projects, workorders, worksheets, etc., each student is required to log into the Google Sheet and document the ASEEF tasks that were completed each class. ASEEF Tracking counts as 20% of your overall grade for this course. You will also be required to print your ASEEF task report and include it in your folder. 
  • All work is subject to approval towards this goal and all workorder hours and jobsheets are to be filled out completely and submitted electronically (where applicable). 
  • You must submit the post assembly jobsheet and have the packet in your folder to receive credit 
  •  You will be working in a group with no more than 4 people 
  • It is everyone in the group’s responsibility to record measurements, make sure all parts are installed properly, tools needed for the disassembly are brought to class, tools are checked out and into the toolroom properly and the lab is clean every day. 


 

Homework constitutes 20% of the final grade. 

  •  All homework is submitted thru Blackboard. No paper homework (excluding the coloring worksheets) is to be turned in. 
  • Class worksheets will also count as homework grades 
  • Chapter Homework is due at 4:29PM on the class on the day listed on the course outline. 
  •  Late homework is not accepted if you submit the homework late you can not use your second attempt to earn the extra points . 
  •  You will have 2 chances to do each homework assignment if you submit it on time and if you score a 50% or better on the first attempt ( I will take the higher grade of the two attempts)
  • (up to 100%) that you didn’t earn on your first attempt based on your second attempt score 
  • Electude Modules Homework is due at the end of the semester but I suggest you complete them on a regular basis. Don’t wait till the last minute


 

A positive constructive attitude also plays an important part the overall evaluation of the shop work and will be directly related to the shop grade. *(1C-1,2,4,5, 2A-4) 

 

Any withdrawals are the responsibility of the student. If student fails to make the withdrawal by the drop date, an automatic grade of "F" will be awarded. *(1C-1,4, 2A-4) 

 

 

COURSE POLICIES

Each student will have his/her own tools available for shop work at the beginning of each class period. Loaning or borrowing of tools between students is discouraged. Specialty tools, tools not on the student tool list, are available from the Tool Room. The college will furnish tools for students who are enrolled in the Introduction to Automotive class *(1C-5, 2A-2) . ACC has adopted a no smoking policy for all campuses this includes cigarettes, tobacco products and also E-cigarettes 

If the student fails to provide the required tools the daily participation grade will be decreased by 50% per day 

All students need to complete the Ford ACE Safety Training Certificate by no later than the start of day 3 of the semester Below are the certificates that you will need to print out and hand in. 

F101002003 Shop Safety


 

Safety is always first. Common sense and our certifying agency, ASEEF, require that all students wear safety glasses in the shop. Students without safety glasses will be prohibited from any shop activities.*(1C-2,4,5) All students must bring in or check out a set of glasses . Students who fail to comply will be given 1 warning by me on the second time they will be asked to leave the shop area and a grade of 0 will be awarded for the day and work logs and job sheets will not be able to be performed Students who don't wear a clean uniform will have their daily participation grade suffer up to the maximum daily value. 

Students that interfere with the instructor's ability to teach and/or misbehavior that leads to a negative classroom atmosphere can be withdrawn. 

Students who are verbally or physically aggressive to other students or instructors will be referred to student services for withdrawal from the college and campus police will be called. 

 

( If you have a problem with an instructor, student, or staff request a meeting with me to discuss how we can resolve the issue. Do not take the matter into your own hands) 

 

Attendance/Class Participation

Attendance is important!! This is not the easiest subject to grasp. We will use what we learned in the previous class period to go forward. So if you miss you will be behind. 

Try not to be late. I am understanding about traffic and work situations, but be kind to the other students. If you are late, don't disrupt the class upon entry. 

Let me know in advance if you can't make it so we can make arrangements. Feel free to call or e-mail me and let me know what is going on. 

A maximum of 3 absences or 15 accumulated hours of absence will be tolerated after accruing more than 3 absences or the equivalent in tardies and absences you are subject to withdrawal. An absence is one day that you don’t show up unexcused or 2 tardies, or 2 times you leave early 

Regular attendance is required. Only limited absences and tardies will be accepted if a grade better than a "D" is expected. *(1C-1,4, 2A-4) 

Students are required to maintain a "C" average, or a grade point average of 2.00. This means that the average of all classes must be a "C" in order to obtain either a certificate of completion, or degree. Students who either arrive late, leave early, and/or bring no tools cannot expect to complete lab assignments in a timely manner and receive a grade better than "D". For further information see the sections on "graduation" and "Academic Suspension" in the Administration Information area of the current ACC Catalog. *(1A-1, 1C-1,2,4,5, 2A-4) 

 

“Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.”

 

 

“The student is responsible for communicating with their professor during the closure and completing any assignments or other activities designated by their professor.”





 

Withdrawal Policy

  The College defines withdrawals as occurring after the official reporting date of the semester, typically the 12th class day.  In addition, the Legislature has mandated the Rule of Six (see below).  There may also be financial aid issues.

 

“It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the rolls should they decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is recorded before the Final Withdrawal Date.  The Final Withdrawal Date for this semester is July 15 (Mon.) .  The student is also strongly encouraged to keep any paperwork in case a problem arises.

 

Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, and international student status.  Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a “W”) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making decisions about course selection, course loads, and course withdrawals.”

 

 

Missed Exam and Late Work Policies

● If you miss a test you will have one opportunity to make it up. This should be done by the next class period. I will need you to email if you are not able to make it to a test. This is your responsibility. 

● You can replace the lowest test grade by taking the Automatic Transmission ASE (A3) and passing it during the current semester. 

● Homework is due at 4:29PM on the class on the day listed on the course outline. 

● Late homework is not accepted if you submit the homework late you can not use your second attempt to earn the extra points . 

● You will have 2 chances to do each homework assignment if you submit it on time 

● On the second attempt you will be able to recover any points (up to 100%) that you didn’t earn on your first attempt based on your second attempt score 





 

 Incompletes

Students may request an Incomplete from their faculty member if they believe circumstances warrant.  The faculty member will determine whether the Incomplete is appropriate to award or not.  The following processes must be followed when awarding a student an I grade. 

1.      Prior to the end of the semester in which the “I” is to be awarded, the student must meet with the instructor to determine the assignments and exams that must be completed prior to the deadline date.  This meeting can occur virtually or in person.  The instructor should complete the Report of Incomplete Grade form.

2.      The faculty member will complete the form, including all requirements to complete the course and the due date, sign (by typing in name) and then email it to the student.  The student will then complete his/her section, sign (by typing in name), and return the completed form to the faculty member to complete the agreement.  A copy of the fully completed form can then be emailed by the faculty member to the student and the department chair for each grade of Incomplete that the faculty member submits at the end of the semester.   

3.      The student must complete all remaining work by the date specified on the form above.  This date is determined by the instructor in collaboration with the student, but it may not be later than the final withdrawal deadline in the subsequent long semester.  

4.      Students will retain access to the course Blackboard page through the subsequent semester in order to submit work and complete the course. Students will be able to log on to Blackboard and have access to the course section materials, assignments, and grades from the course and semester in which the Incomplete was awarded.  

5.      When the student completes the required work by the Incomplete deadline, the instructor will submit an electronic Grade Change Form to change the student’s performance grade from an “I” to the earned grade of A, B, C, D, or F. 

If an Incomplete is not resolved by the deadline, the grade automatically converts to an “F.”  Approval to carry an Incomplete for longer than the following semester or session deadline is not frequently granted.”

COURSE OUTLINE/CALENDAR

“Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester.  Any changes will be announced in class and posted as a Blackboard Announcement (or other resource faculty is using to communicate).”


 

  COLLEGE POLICIES

 

College Policies & Student Support Services


 

Readings

 SYLLABUS 

SECTION SPECIFIC INFORMATION

·  Automotive Drive Train and Axles , AUMT 2413-001 79640 

 

·  RVS , Wednesday & Thursday 5:00 PM-9:30 PM

 INSTRUCTOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION

  • Henry King
  • 512-775-4619 Cell /TXT
  • office hours : 4:00PM-5:00 PM RVS
  • Txt or email for to arrange a conference 
  • hking3@austincc.edu
  • BlackBoard or Jupiter grades messages accepted 

 

 COURSE DESCRIPTION

  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Classroom Contact Hours per week: 2.5
  • Laboratory Contact Hours per week: 2.5

 

 

A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. This class is recommended to be taken concurrently with AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE, AUMT 2428

 

“Transferability of workforce courses varies. Students interested in transferring courses to another college should speak with their Area of Study (AoS) advisor, Department Chair, and/or Program Director.”

COURSE RATIONALE

A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. 

 

PREREQUISITES

Prerequisites: AUMT 1405 and AUMT 1407. Course Type: W 


 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES, GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES, & SCANS

 

a. Common Course Objectives: To prepare students for entry-level employment and certification through ASE. 

b. Course Objectives: To educate students on the operation, fundamentals, and diagnosis of manual transmissions and drivetrain components . The interaction of the transmission with other parts of the vehicle's powertrain

 

REQUIRED TEXTS/MATERIALS/SOFTWARE

SYSTEM-ACC(12 MNTHS) ISBN: 9789079595112*

  • Manufacturers' service manuals. 
  • You will be provided with a tool list during the student orientation session. You are expected to purchase the tools on the tool list for this class. 
  • Automotive books can be found in the RVS bookstore located downstairs in Bldg. ONLINE: http://www.austincc.edu/autotech/ 
  • Blackboard 
  • ALLDATA 
  • IDENTIFIX
  • FORD TRAINING 
  • 3 ring binder 2-3 “ 
  • Clipboard 
  • Uniform shirt from the tool room
  • 1 Pack of erasable color pencils

 

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

 

  • lecture/lab


 

“Students will use the Blackboard learning management system for assignment instructions, submitting assignments, and collaboration.”

 GRADING SYSTEM

Test average...........................................................20% 

Daily participation and attendance......................10%

Safety and Technical Certificates………………..10% 

Final Test Grade....................................................20% 

Job Sheets / Workorders........................................20% 

Homework ............................................................20% 

 

Tests will constitute 20% of the final grade. 

  •  There will be a total of 3 tests. 
  •  3 tests will be on blackboard based on homework and lectures and class activities. 
  •  If you miss a test you will have one opportunity to make it up. This should be done by the next class period. I will need you to email if you are not able to make it to a test. This is your responsibility. 

 

 

 Daily participation and attendance is worth 10% of the final grade. 

  •  There will be an individual grade for each class day, and they can’t be made up. 
  •  This grade is derived from both your actions and the time you spend in the classroom and in the lab. If you show up on time but leave early you can expect that 50% of this grade will be lost. 
  • If you clock in but don’t clock out you will be marked absent.
    •  (If you want consideration for missing a clock in or clock out event, you can request an edit by sending me an email at hking3@austincc.edu and explaining why you didn’t enter your time and how you plan on preventing it from happening again in the future.)
  •  You MUST bring and wear your ACC uniform each class day and also bring the necessary tools in order to get credit for daily participation. 
  •  Students should avoid being distracted by using their cell phone accidents and other damage to personal property and equipment due to distraction will have the student subject to withdrawal from the course 










 

Safety and Technical Certificates 10%

 

  • You will need to complete and Email the certificates to hking3@austincc.edu using the subject line Technical Certificates by the end of the semester

Or use this new Submission Form 

  • F308201103 Manual Transmission
  • 36S13W0 Differential and Driveline Systems Operation
  • 36S14W0 Transfer Case and RWD Based 4WD Systems Operation
  • F101018003 Drivetrain and Transmission Fundamentals

 

Final exam is comprehensive and makes up 20% of the final grade. There is no midterm exam 

  • The test will consist 
    • 25% Practicum
    • 25% Post Test 
    • 50% Blackboard Test
  •  The doors to the classroom will be locked at the beginning of class on the day of the final so you will have to be on time. 
  •  20 extra point can be earned on the final if the student turns in a 2000 word essay on a specific modern automotive technology 
  •  The essay is due on the class day before the final week 
  •  If you intend to write a paper I will give you a list of articles that you can base the essay on. All essays must be descriptive or informative 
  •  All essay topics must be approved by me via email 
  •  You can replace the 50% Blackboard Test grade by taking the Manual Transmission ASE (A3) and passing it during the current semester.

 

Job Sheets / Workorders / Class Worksheets  20% of the semester grade will be awarded for the successful completion 

  • For all completed shop projects, workorders, worksheets, etc., each student is required to log into the Google Sheet and document the ASEEF tasks that were completed each class. ASEEF Tracking counts as 20% of your overall grade for this course. You will also be required to print your ASEEF task report and include it in your folder. 
  • All work is subject to approval towards this goal and all workorder hours and jobsheets are to be filled out completely and submitted electronically (where applicable). 
  • You must submit the post assembly jobsheet and have the packet in your folder to receive credit 
  •  You will be working in a group with no more than 4 people 
  • It is everyone in the group’s responsibility to record measurements, make sure all parts are installed properly, tools needed for the disassembly are brought to class, tools are checked out and into the toolroom properly and the lab is clean every day. 


 

Homework constitutes 20% of the final grade. 

  •  All homework is submitted thru Blackboard. No paper homework (excluding the coloring worksheets) is to be turned in. 
  • Class worksheets will also count as homework grades 
  • Chapter Homework is due at 4:29PM on the class on the day listed on the course outline. 
  •  Late homework is not accepted if you submit the homework late you can not use your second attempt to earn the extra points . 
  •  You will have 2 chances to do each homework assignment if you submit it on time and if you score a 50% or better on the first attempt ( I will take the higher grade of the two attempts)
  • (up to 100%) that you didn’t earn on your first attempt based on your second attempt score 
  • Electude Modules Homework is due at the end of the semester but I suggest you complete them on a regular basis. Don’t wait till the last minute


 

A positive constructive attitude also plays an important part the overall evaluation of the shop work and will be directly related to the shop grade. *(1C-1,2,4,5, 2A-4) 

 

Any withdrawals are the responsibility of the student. If student fails to make the withdrawal by the drop date, an automatic grade of "F" will be awarded. *(1C-1,4, 2A-4) 

 

 

COURSE POLICIES

Each student will have his/her own tools available for shop work at the beginning of each class period. Loaning or borrowing of tools between students is discouraged. Specialty tools, tools not on the student tool list, are available from the Tool Room. The college will furnish tools for students who are enrolled in the Introduction to Automotive class *(1C-5, 2A-2) . ACC has adopted a no smoking policy for all campuses this includes cigarettes, tobacco products and also E-cigarettes 

If the student fails to provide the required tools the daily participation grade will be decreased by 50% per day 

All students need to complete the Ford ACE Safety Training Certificate by no later than the start of day 3 of the semester Below are the certificates that you will need to print out and hand in. 

F101002003 Shop Safety


 

Safety is always first. Common sense and our certifying agency, ASEEF, require that all students wear safety glasses in the shop. Students without safety glasses will be prohibited from any shop activities.*(1C-2,4,5) All students must bring in or check out a set of glasses . Students who fail to comply will be given 1 warning by me on the second time they will be asked to leave the shop area and a grade of 0 will be awarded for the day and work logs and job sheets will not be able to be performed Students who don't wear a clean uniform will have their daily participation grade suffer up to the maximum daily value. 

Students that interfere with the instructor's ability to teach and/or misbehavior that leads to a negative classroom atmosphere can be withdrawn. 

Students who are verbally or physically aggressive to other students or instructors will be referred to student services for withdrawal from the college and campus police will be called. 

 

( If you have a problem with an instructor, student, or staff request a meeting with me to discuss how we can resolve the issue. Do not take the matter into your own hands) 

 

Attendance/Class Participation

Attendance is important!! This is not the easiest subject to grasp. We will use what we learned in the previous class period to go forward. So if you miss you will be behind. 

Try not to be late. I am understanding about traffic and work situations, but be kind to the other students. If you are late, don't disrupt the class upon entry. 

Let me know in advance if you can't make it so we can make arrangements. Feel free to call or e-mail me and let me know what is going on. 

A maximum of 3 absences or 15 accumulated hours of absence will be tolerated after accruing more than 3 absences or the equivalent in tardies and absences you are subject to withdrawal. An absence is one day that you don’t show up unexcused or 2 tardies, or 2 times you leave early 

Regular attendance is required. Only limited absences and tardies will be accepted if a grade better than a "D" is expected. *(1C-1,4, 2A-4) 

Students are required to maintain a "C" average, or a grade point average of 2.00. This means that the average of all classes must be a "C" in order to obtain either a certificate of completion, or degree. Students who either arrive late, leave early, and/or bring no tools cannot expect to complete lab assignments in a timely manner and receive a grade better than "D". For further information see the sections on "graduation" and "Academic Suspension" in the Administration Information area of the current ACC Catalog. *(1A-1, 1C-1,2,4,5, 2A-4) 

 

“Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.”

 

 

“The student is responsible for communicating with their professor during the closure and completing any assignments or other activities designated by their professor.”





 

Withdrawal Policy

  The College defines withdrawals as occurring after the official reporting date of the semester, typically the 12th class day.  In addition, the Legislature has mandated the Rule of Six (see below).  There may also be financial aid issues.

 

“It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the rolls should they decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is recorded before the Final Withdrawal Date.  The Final Withdrawal Date for this semester is July 15 (Mon.) .  The student is also strongly encouraged to keep any paperwork in case a problem arises.

 

Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, and international student status.  Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a “W”) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making decisions about course selection, course loads, and course withdrawals.”

 

 

Missed Exam and Late Work Policies

● If you miss a test you will have one opportunity to make it up. This should be done by the next class period. I will need you to email if you are not able to make it to a test. This is your responsibility. 

● You can replace the lowest test grade by taking the Automatic Transmission ASE (A3) and passing it during the current semester. 

● Homework is due at 4:29PM on the class on the day listed on the course outline. 

● Late homework is not accepted if you submit the homework late you can not use your second attempt to earn the extra points . 

● You will have 2 chances to do each homework assignment if you submit it on time 

● On the second attempt you will be able to recover any points (up to 100%) that you didn’t earn on your first attempt based on your second attempt score 





 

 Incompletes

Students may request an Incomplete from their faculty member if they believe circumstances warrant.  The faculty member will determine whether the Incomplete is appropriate to award or not.  The following processes must be followed when awarding a student an I grade. 

1.      Prior to the end of the semester in which the “I” is to be awarded, the student must meet with the instructor to determine the assignments and exams that must be completed prior to the deadline date.  This meeting can occur virtually or in person.  The instructor should complete the Report of Incomplete Grade form.

2.      The faculty member will complete the form, including all requirements to complete the course and the due date, sign (by typing in name) and then email it to the student.  The student will then complete his/her section, sign (by typing in name), and return the completed form to the faculty member to complete the agreement.  A copy of the fully completed form can then be emailed by the faculty member to the student and the department chair for each grade of Incomplete that the faculty member submits at the end of the semester.   

3.      The student must complete all remaining work by the date specified on the form above.  This date is determined by the instructor in collaboration with the student, but it may not be later than the final withdrawal deadline in the subsequent long semester.  

4.      Students will retain access to the course Blackboard page through the subsequent semester in order to submit work and complete the course. Students will be able to log on to Blackboard and have access to the course section materials, assignments, and grades from the course and semester in which the Incomplete was awarded.  

5.      When the student completes the required work by the Incomplete deadline, the instructor will submit an electronic Grade Change Form to change the student’s performance grade from an “I” to the earned grade of A, B, C, D, or F. 

If an Incomplete is not resolved by the deadline, the grade automatically converts to an “F.”  Approval to carry an Incomplete for longer than the following semester or session deadline is not frequently granted.”

COURSE OUTLINE/CALENDAR

“Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester.  Any changes will be announced in class and posted as a Blackboard Announcement (or other resource faculty is using to communicate).”


 

  COLLEGE POLICIES

 

College Policies & Student Support Services


 

Course Subjects

  Meeting Days Assigned Readings Classroom Objectives Lab Objectives Chapter Homework Assignment Electude Assignment Due Test
      This is an overview of what we plan on doing in our time in the classroom (Subject to change!) This is an overview of what we plan on doing in our time in the lab (Subject to change!) Homework is due at 4:30 PM on the class on the day listed on the course outline
Late homework is not accepted		 Electude Modules Homework is suggested to be completed on the following schedule (Generaly tests are based on the Chapters and Topics covered up to the week prior to the test date)
Day 1 5/29/2024 Orientation -Department Pre Test
-Campus Carry Quiz
-Jupiter Grades
-Ford ACE
-Student Information Link		   Safety and Lift operation   Department Pre test .. Campus carry Quiz
Day 2 5/30/2024 Chapter 3 Introduction to Drivetrains -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 3 Introduction to Drivetrains		 Identify Vehicle and Drive Train Components Blackboard quiz for Chapter 3 Introduction to Drivetrains Day 2 Electude Modules  
Day 3 6/5/2024 Chapter 4 Clutch Parts and Operation -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 4 Clutch Parts and Operation		 Replace Clutch
Inspect the Hydraulic Clutch Components, Check System, and Replace Slave Cylinder Worksheet		 Blackboard quiz for Chapter 4 Clutch Parts and Operation    
Day 4 6/6/2024 Chapter 5 Clutch Diagnosis and Service -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 5 Clutch Diagnosis and Service		 Diagnose Clutch Concerns
Bleed Clutch Hydraulic System
Flywheel and Ring Gear Inspection
Flywheel Runout		 Blackboard quiz for Chapter 5 Clutch Diagnosis and Service Day 4 Electude Modules  
Day 5 6/12/2024 Chapter 6 Manual Transmissions Parts and Operation
Chapter 7 Manual Transaxle Parts and Operation		 -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 6 Manual Transmissions Parts and Operation
Chapter 7 Manual Transaxle Parts and Operation		 Rebuild Transmission Blackboard quiz for Chapter 6 Manual Transmissions Parts and Operation
Blackboard quiz for Chapter 7 Manual Transaxle Parts and Operation		 Day 5 Electude Modules  
Day 6 6/13/2024 Chapter 8 Manual Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis and Service -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 8 Manual Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis and Service		 Rebuild Transaxle Blackboard quiz for Chapter 8 Manual Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis and Service Day 6 Electude Modules #1
Day 7 6/19/2024 College Closed       Day 7 Electude Modules  
Day 8 6/20/2024 Chapter 9 Drive Shafts and CV Joints -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 9 Drive Shafts and CV Joints		 Driveline Inspection Worksheet
Cardan Universal Joint Replacement		 Blackboard quiz for Chapter 9 Drive Shafts and CV Joints Day 8 Electude Modules  
Day 9 6/26/2024 Chapter 10 Drive Axle Shaft and CV Joint Service -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 10 Drive Axle Shaft and CV Joint Service		 CV Axle Worksheets Blackboard quiz for Chapter 10 Drive Axle Shaft and CV Joint Service Day 10 Electude Modules  
Day 10 6/27/2024 Chapter 11 Wheel Bearings and Service -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 11 Wheel Bearings and Service		 Wheel Bearing Failure Assessment
Wheel Bearing Replacement
Hub Bearing Replacement		 Blackboard quiz for Chapter 11 Wheel Bearings and Service Day 11 Electude Modules  
Day 11 7/3/2024 Chapter 12 Drive Axles and Differentials
Chapter 13 Drive Axle and Differential Diagnosis and Service		 -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 12 Drive Axles and Differentials
Chapter 13 Drive Axle and Differential Diagnosis and Service		 Differential Service Information Lookup Worksheet
Rebuild Final Drive		 Blackboard quiz for Chapter 12 Drive Axles and Differentials
Blackboard quiz for Chapter 13 Drive Axle and Differential Diagnosis and Service		 Day 12 Electude Modules #2
Day 12 7/4/2024 College Closed          
Day 13 7/10/2024 Chapter 14 Drivetrain Electricity and Electronics -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 14 Drivetrain Electricity and Electronics		 Drivetrain Electronics Worksheet Blackboard quiz for Chapter 14 Drivetrain Electricity and Electronics Day 13 Electude Modules  
Day 14 7/11/2024 Chapter 15 Four-Wheel and All-Wheel Drive -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 15 Four-Wheel and All-Wheel Drive		 Transfercase Overhaul Worksheet Blackboard quiz for Chapter 15 Four-Wheel and All-Wheel Drive Day 14 Electude Modules  
Day 15 7/17/2024 Chapter 16 Four-Wheel Drive Diagnosis and Service -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 16 Four-Wheel Drive Diagnosis and Service		 Transfercase Overhaul Worksheet Blackboard quiz for Chapter 16 Four-Wheel Drive Diagnosis and Service    
Day 16 7/18/2024 Chapter 17 Vibration and Noise Diagnosis and Correction -Attempt Statistics Question Review
-Lecture / Discussion Chapter 17 Vibration and Noise Diagnosis and Correction		 NVH assesment Worksheet Blackboard quiz for Chapter 17 Vibration and Noise Diagnosis and Correction   #3
Day 17 7/24/2024   Shop Day - Practium      
Day 18 7/25/2024 Final Exam Shop Day        

Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives

 SYLLABUS 

SECTION SPECIFIC INFORMATION

·  Automotive Drive Train and Axles , AUMT 2413-001 79640 

 

·  RVS , Wednesday & Thursday 5:00 PM-9:30 PM

 INSTRUCTOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION

  • Henry King
  • 512-775-4619 Cell /TXT
  • office hours : 4:00PM-5:00 PM RVS
  • Txt or email for to arrange a conference 
  • hking3@austincc.edu
  • BlackBoard or Jupiter grades messages accepted 

 

 COURSE DESCRIPTION

  • Credit Hours: 4
  • Classroom Contact Hours per week: 2.5
  • Laboratory Contact Hours per week: 2.5

 

 

A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. This class is recommended to be taken concurrently with AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE, AUMT 2428

 

“Transferability of workforce courses varies. Students interested in transferring courses to another college should speak with their Area of Study (AoS) advisor, Department Chair, and/or Program Director.”

COURSE RATIONALE

A study of automotive clutches, clutch operation devices, standard transmissions, transaxles, and differentials with emphasis on the diagnosis and repair of transmissions and drive lines. Prepares students for ASE certification tests. 

 

PREREQUISITES

Prerequisites: AUMT 1405 and AUMT 1407. Course Type: W 


 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES, GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES, & SCANS

 

a. Common Course Objectives: To prepare students for entry-level employment and certification through ASE. 

b. Course Objectives: To educate students on the operation, fundamentals, and diagnosis of manual transmissions and drivetrain components . The interaction of the transmission with other parts of the vehicle's powertrain

 

REQUIRED TEXTS/MATERIALS/SOFTWARE

SYSTEM-ACC(12 MNTHS) ISBN: 9789079595112*

  • Manufacturers' service manuals. 
  • You will be provided with a tool list during the student orientation session. You are expected to purchase the tools on the tool list for this class. 
  • Automotive books can be found in the RVS bookstore located downstairs in Bldg. ONLINE: http://www.austincc.edu/autotech/ 
  • Blackboard 
  • ALLDATA 
  • IDENTIFIX
  • FORD TRAINING 
  • 3 ring binder 2-3 “ 
  • Clipboard 
  • Uniform shirt from the tool room
  • 1 Pack of erasable color pencils

 

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODOLOGY

 

  • lecture/lab


 

“Students will use the Blackboard learning management system for assignment instructions, submitting assignments, and collaboration.”

 GRADING SYSTEM

Test average...........................................................20% 

Daily participation and attendance......................10%

Safety and Technical Certificates………………..10% 

Final Test Grade....................................................20% 

Job Sheets / Workorders........................................20% 

Homework ............................................................20% 

 

Tests will constitute 20% of the final grade. 

  •  There will be a total of 3 tests. 
  •  3 tests will be on blackboard based on homework and lectures and class activities. 
  •  If you miss a test you will have one opportunity to make it up. This should be done by the next class period. I will need you to email if you are not able to make it to a test. This is your responsibility. 

 

 

 Daily participation and attendance is worth 10% of the final grade. 

  •  There will be an individual grade for each class day, and they can’t be made up. 
  •  This grade is derived from both your actions and the time you spend in the classroom and in the lab. If you show up on time but leave early you can expect that 50% of this grade will be lost. 
  • If you clock in but don’t clock out you will be marked absent.
    •  (If you want consideration for missing a clock in or clock out event, you can request an edit by sending me an email at hking3@austincc.edu and explaining why you didn’t enter your time and how you plan on preventing it from happening again in the future.)
  •  You MUST bring and wear your ACC uniform each class day and also bring the necessary tools in order to get credit for daily participation. 
  •  Students should avoid being distracted by using their cell phone accidents and other damage to personal property and equipment due to distraction will have the student subject to withdrawal from the course 










 

Safety and Technical Certificates 10%

 

  • You will need to complete and Email the certificates to hking3@austincc.edu using the subject line Technical Certificates by the end of the semester

Or use this new Submission Form 

  • F308201103 Manual Transmission
  • 36S13W0 Differential and Driveline Systems Operation
  • 36S14W0 Transfer Case and RWD Based 4WD Systems Operation
  • F101018003 Drivetrain and Transmission Fundamentals

 

Final exam is comprehensive and makes up 20% of the final grade. There is no midterm exam 

  • The test will consist 
    • 25% Practicum
    • 25% Post Test 
    • 50% Blackboard Test
  •  The doors to the classroom will be locked at the beginning of class on the day of the final so you will have to be on time. 
  •  20 extra point can be earned on the final if the student turns in a 2000 word essay on a specific modern automotive technology 
  •  The essay is due on the class day before the final week 
  •  If you intend to write a paper I will give you a list of articles that you can base the essay on. All essays must be descriptive or informative 
  •  All essay topics must be approved by me via email 
  •  You can replace the 50% Blackboard Test grade by taking the Manual Transmission ASE (A3) and passing it during the current semester.

 

Job Sheets / Workorders / Class Worksheets  20% of the semester grade will be awarded for the successful completion 

  • For all completed shop projects, workorders, worksheets, etc., each student is required to log into the Google Sheet and document the ASEEF tasks that were completed each class. ASEEF Tracking counts as 20% of your overall grade for this course. You will also be required to print your ASEEF task report and include it in your folder. 
  • All work is subject to approval towards this goal and all workorder hours and jobsheets are to be filled out completely and submitted electronically (where applicable). 
  • You must submit the post assembly jobsheet and have the packet in your folder to receive credit 
  •  You will be working in a group with no more than 4 people 
  • It is everyone in the group’s responsibility to record measurements, make sure all parts are installed properly, tools needed for the disassembly are brought to class, tools are checked out and into the toolroom properly and the lab is clean every day. 


 

Homework constitutes 20% of the final grade. 

  •  All homework is submitted thru Blackboard. No paper homework (excluding the coloring worksheets) is to be turned in. 
  • Class worksheets will also count as homework grades 
  • Chapter Homework is due at 4:29PM on the class on the day listed on the course outline. 
  •  Late homework is not accepted if you submit the homework late you can not use your second attempt to earn the extra points . 
  •  You will have 2 chances to do each homework assignment if you submit it on time and if you score a 50% or better on the first attempt ( I will take the higher grade of the two attempts)
  • (up to 100%) that you didn’t earn on your first attempt based on your second attempt score 
  • Electude Modules Homework is due at the end of the semester but I suggest you complete them on a regular basis. Don’t wait till the last minute


 

A positive constructive attitude also plays an important part the overall evaluation of the shop work and will be directly related to the shop grade. *(1C-1,2,4,5, 2A-4) 

 

Any withdrawals are the responsibility of the student. If student fails to make the withdrawal by the drop date, an automatic grade of "F" will be awarded. *(1C-1,4, 2A-4) 

 

 

COURSE POLICIES

Each student will have his/her own tools available for shop work at the beginning of each class period. Loaning or borrowing of tools between students is discouraged. Specialty tools, tools not on the student tool list, are available from the Tool Room. The college will furnish tools for students who are enrolled in the Introduction to Automotive class *(1C-5, 2A-2) . ACC has adopted a no smoking policy for all campuses this includes cigarettes, tobacco products and also E-cigarettes 

If the student fails to provide the required tools the daily participation grade will be decreased by 50% per day 

All students need to complete the Ford ACE Safety Training Certificate by no later than the start of day 3 of the semester Below are the certificates that you will need to print out and hand in. 

F101002003 Shop Safety


 

Safety is always first. Common sense and our certifying agency, ASEEF, require that all students wear safety glasses in the shop. Students without safety glasses will be prohibited from any shop activities.*(1C-2,4,5) All students must bring in or check out a set of glasses . Students who fail to comply will be given 1 warning by me on the second time they will be asked to leave the shop area and a grade of 0 will be awarded for the day and work logs and job sheets will not be able to be performed Students who don't wear a clean uniform will have their daily participation grade suffer up to the maximum daily value. 

Students that interfere with the instructor's ability to teach and/or misbehavior that leads to a negative classroom atmosphere can be withdrawn. 

Students who are verbally or physically aggressive to other students or instructors will be referred to student services for withdrawal from the college and campus police will be called. 

 

( If you have a problem with an instructor, student, or staff request a meeting with me to discuss how we can resolve the issue. Do not take the matter into your own hands) 

 

Attendance/Class Participation

Attendance is important!! This is not the easiest subject to grasp. We will use what we learned in the previous class period to go forward. So if you miss you will be behind. 

Try not to be late. I am understanding about traffic and work situations, but be kind to the other students. If you are late, don't disrupt the class upon entry. 

Let me know in advance if you can't make it so we can make arrangements. Feel free to call or e-mail me and let me know what is going on. 

A maximum of 3 absences or 15 accumulated hours of absence will be tolerated after accruing more than 3 absences or the equivalent in tardies and absences you are subject to withdrawal. An absence is one day that you don’t show up unexcused or 2 tardies, or 2 times you leave early 

Regular attendance is required. Only limited absences and tardies will be accepted if a grade better than a "D" is expected. *(1C-1,4, 2A-4) 

Students are required to maintain a "C" average, or a grade point average of 2.00. This means that the average of all classes must be a "C" in order to obtain either a certificate of completion, or degree. Students who either arrive late, leave early, and/or bring no tools cannot expect to complete lab assignments in a timely manner and receive a grade better than "D". For further information see the sections on "graduation" and "Academic Suspension" in the Administration Information area of the current ACC Catalog. *(1A-1, 1C-1,2,4,5, 2A-4) 

 

“Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students.  If attendance or compliance with other course policies is unsatisfactory, the instructor may withdraw students from the class.”

 

 

“The student is responsible for communicating with their professor during the closure and completing any assignments or other activities designated by their professor.”





 

Withdrawal Policy

  The College defines withdrawals as occurring after the official reporting date of the semester, typically the 12th class day.  In addition, the Legislature has mandated the Rule of Six (see below).  There may also be financial aid issues.

 

“It is the responsibility of each student to ensure that his or her name is removed from the rolls should they decide to withdraw from the class.  The instructor does, however, reserve the right to drop a student should he or she feel it is necessary.  If a student decides to withdraw, he or she should also verify that the withdrawal is recorded before the Final Withdrawal Date.  The Final Withdrawal Date for this semester is July 15 (Mon.) .  The student is also strongly encouraged to keep any paperwork in case a problem arises.

 

Students are responsible for understanding the impact that withdrawal from a course may have on their financial aid, veterans’ benefits, and international student status.  Per state law, students enrolling for the first time in Fall 2007 or later at any public Texas college or university may not withdraw (receive a “W”) from more than six courses during their undergraduate college education. Some exemptions for good cause could allow a student to withdraw from a course without having it count toward this limit. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor when making decisions about course selection, course loads, and course withdrawals.”

 

 

Missed Exam and Late Work Policies

● If you miss a test you will have one opportunity to make it up. This should be done by the next class period. I will need you to email if you are not able to make it to a test. This is your responsibility. 

● You can replace the lowest test grade by taking the Automatic Transmission ASE (A3) and passing it during the current semester. 

● Homework is due at 4:29PM on the class on the day listed on the course outline. 

● Late homework is not accepted if you submit the homework late you can not use your second attempt to earn the extra points . 

● You will have 2 chances to do each homework assignment if you submit it on time 

● On the second attempt you will be able to recover any points (up to 100%) that you didn’t earn on your first attempt based on your second attempt score 





 

 Incompletes

Students may request an Incomplete from their faculty member if they believe circumstances warrant.  The faculty member will determine whether the Incomplete is appropriate to award or not.  The following processes must be followed when awarding a student an I grade. 

1.      Prior to the end of the semester in which the “I” is to be awarded, the student must meet with the instructor to determine the assignments and exams that must be completed prior to the deadline date.  This meeting can occur virtually or in person.  The instructor should complete the Report of Incomplete Grade form.

2.      The faculty member will complete the form, including all requirements to complete the course and the due date, sign (by typing in name) and then email it to the student.  The student will then complete his/her section, sign (by typing in name), and return the completed form to the faculty member to complete the agreement.  A copy of the fully completed form can then be emailed by the faculty member to the student and the department chair for each grade of Incomplete that the faculty member submits at the end of the semester.   

3.      The student must complete all remaining work by the date specified on the form above.  This date is determined by the instructor in collaboration with the student, but it may not be later than the final withdrawal deadline in the subsequent long semester.  

4.      Students will retain access to the course Blackboard page through the subsequent semester in order to submit work and complete the course. Students will be able to log on to Blackboard and have access to the course section materials, assignments, and grades from the course and semester in which the Incomplete was awarded.  

5.      When the student completes the required work by the Incomplete deadline, the instructor will submit an electronic Grade Change Form to change the student’s performance grade from an “I” to the earned grade of A, B, C, D, or F. 

If an Incomplete is not resolved by the deadline, the grade automatically converts to an “F.”  Approval to carry an Incomplete for longer than the following semester or session deadline is not frequently granted.”

COURSE OUTLINE/CALENDAR

“Please note that schedule changes may occur during the semester.  Any changes will be announced in class and posted as a Blackboard Announcement (or other resource faculty is using to communicate).”


 

  COLLEGE POLICIES

 

College Policies & Student Support Services


 

Office Hours

W Th 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM RVS

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Office Hours

W Th 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM RVS

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Published: 05/30/2024 15:16:14