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AM 242 - Automatic Transmissions-axles


3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): AM 141  

Course Description: Covers theory of operation, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of automotive automatic transmissions and transaxles.

Course Learning Outcomes:
  • CLO#1: Explain the basic principles of operation and service techniques of an automatic transmission. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
  • CLO#2: Research and report proper service techniques to perform inspections, tests and component diagnosis.
  • CLO#3: Describe the proper techniques to perform necessary repairs as per industry standards.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Each student is required to keep a notebook for handouts and notes personal hand tools for laboratory procedures.

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.



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