AUTO 130F - Automotive Powertrains (formerly AUTO 060 F)

    Recent Professors
    Jose Miranda
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027
    Class Size
    20 students
    Difficulty
    5.2Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    5
    Spring 2027 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    72 hours lecture and 72 hours lab per term. This course covers the repair of rear wheel drive (RWD) manual transmissions, front wheel drive (FWD) manual transmissions, clutches, transfer cases, and differentials. Instructional emphasis is placed on the principles, theory, and operation of gears, bearings, drive lines, universal joints, CV joints, drive train electrical/electronic systems, and rear axles. The student will be assigned and perform hands-on lab repair projects. Instruction will closely parallel topics addressed on the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A3 Manual Drive Train and Axles Examination. Optional field trips may be offered and scheduled during or outside of regularly scheduled class times. (Degree Credit) (CSU)
    Usually Held
    Fri 8:00am–12:15pm, Mon 8:00am–12:15pm