Nov 27, 2024  
2024-2025 College Catalog 
    
2024-2025 College Catalog

AT 205 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: FUNDAMENTALS AND DIAGNOSIS



This course will cover the theory, principles, operation and service of automatic transmissions and transaxles. Additionally, the theory and operation of continuously variable and hybrid vehicle transmissions and transaxles will be explored. Students will be given practical experience in the removal, disassembly, inspection, reassembly, and reinstallation of an automatic transmission or transaxle. During component inspections, emphasis will be placed on the mechanical diagnosis of automatic transition/transaxle related failures. Additionally, students will be introduced to the principles, operation, and diagnosis of hydraulic and electronic automatic transmission controls. Performing precision measurements and interpreting manufacture service specifications will be emphasized in this course. Students may also earn University of Toyota/Lexus College credit. Lecture: 0.5 credit. Lab: 3.5 credits. Total course: 112.5 hours. 4 Credits Prerequisite: AT 209