AUTO 17 - Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles

    Recent Professors
    Taryn J. Middleton
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    21 students
    Difficulty
    5.1Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    AUTO 010 or concurrent enrollment.
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of AUTO 17
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course provides theory and hands-on experience in automatic transmissions/transaxles including: theory of operation, service, diagnosis and repair. The course includes the following topics: torque converters, gear sets, hydraulic controls, electrical controls, diagnosis and troubleshooting and partial disassembly and reassembly. A $20.00 test fee for the appropriate Automotive Service Excellent (ASE) Student Exam is required. A uniform is required for this course. Lecture Grading: Letter AUTO 010 or concurrent enrollment. Transfer Status: CSU Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: None CalGETC: None
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 2:00pm–2:45pm, Tue Thu 2:45pm–5:05pm