AUTO 120F - Automatic Transmission Fundamentals (formerly AUTO 086 F)

    Recent Professors
    Robert Maine
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    20 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    36 hours lecture and 54 hours lab per term. This course covers the fundamentals of hydraulic systems, control valves, torque converters, planetary gear sets, clutches, bands, fluids, and filters. Preventative maintenance and diagnostic procedures will be discussed in lecture and laboratory activities with an emphasis on rear wheel drive transmissions. Instruction will closely parallel topics addressed on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Examination. Optional field trips may be offered and scheduled during or outside of regularly scheduled class times. (Degree Credit) (CSU)
    Usually Held
    Tue 2:00pm–4:50pm