AU3. 316 Drive Train Service

Learn to service the Engine-Transmissions drive train systems and the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems. Practice proper technique to repair gaskets, seals and fasteners. Emphasis on using vehicle specific electronic service information to recommend proper service intervals, replacement fluid types, capacities, specifications and procedures. You will practice fluid, filter, belt, and hose replacement along with techniques to identify the source of leaking components. Included will be operational theory for Engines, Manual and Automatic Transmissions, and HVAC systems.

Credits

10

Prerequisite

Prerequisites: Placement Test scores for ALS 100 Applied Learning Strategies, and WR 095 College Writing Fundamentals or higher and placement into MTH 060 Introduction to Algebra. Recommended: Valid driver's license, proof of vehicle insurance, clean driving record as outlined at www.linnbenton.edu/auto/drive_record.html

Corequisite

Corequisite: AU3. 318 Maintenance & Light Repair Practices.

Offered

Offered Fall & Winter only

Notes

Career Technical Education (CTE) Course

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Identify vehicle specific fluid specifications capacities for the Engine, Transmission and drive train components. Retrieve vehicle specifications and repair procedures. Proper use of fasteners, torque and techniques to effectively repair leaking engine, transmission and drive train components. Service drive belts and tensioners. Service engine cooling systems. Understand passenger heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems theory. Service all air and fluid filters.