ATEC 130 - Automotive Suspension and Steering

    Recent Professors
    Luis Angel-Campos
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    24 students
    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    ATEC 070 (may enroll concurrently)
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ATEC 130
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    The study of automotive suspension and steering fundamentals including: Diagnosis, inspection, repair, and adjustment of modern automotive steering, suspension, supplemental restraint, tire pressure monitoring, and alignment systems. Theory of operation, common automotive steering and suspension systems, wheel alignment principles, methods of diagnosis, adjustment and repair, and the use of suspension service equipment will be covered. The course is designed in conjunction with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards and subsequently will in part prepare the student for the ASE Suspension and Steering A4 Certification Examination.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 5:30pm–6:20pm, Tue Thu 6:30pm–8:45pm, Tue Thu 8:46pm–9:20pm