Master Syllabus AU1131, Suspension & Steering II

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Credits 1 Lab Hours 1 Lecture Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0
Course Description

In this course students will perform fundamental diagnostics of steering systems; perform fundamental repairs of steering systems; perform fundamental diagnostics of suspension systems; perform fundamental repairs of suspension systems; determine the need for wheel alignment and adjustment; perform fundamental diagnostics of wheel and tire systems; perform fundamental repairs of wheel and tire systems through a variety of learning and assessment activities.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The Industrial Technology Division is a committed leader in innovative workforce development by meeting the dynamic needs of business and industry through the development of student-centered education, technical excellence, and citizenship.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.

Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.

Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.

Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.

Course Outcomes

a. Identify and interpret suspension and steering system concerns

b. Diagnose wheel/tire vibration, shimmy and noise

c. Diagnose tire pull problems

a. Diagnose power steering gear binding, uneven turning effort, looseness, hard steering and noise concerns

b. Diagnose steering column noises, looseness and binding concerns

a. Diagnose short and long arm suspension system noises, body sway and uneven ride height concerns

b. Diagnose strut suspension system noises, body sway, and uneven ride height concerns

a. Prepare vehicle for wheel alignment on the alignment machine; perform four wheel alignment by checking and adjusting front and rear caster, camber and toe settings as required.

b. Check toe out on turns as required.

  1. Wheel/Tires
  2. Steering Systems
  3. Suspension Systems
  4. Alignment
Course Outline
  1. Introduction
  2. Wheel/ Tire
  3. Steering Systems
  4. Suspension Systems
  5. Alignment
Instructional Methods
  1. Textbook
  2. Videos
  3. Power point presentation
  4. Computer training programs
  5. Hands-on experience
  6. Instructor presentation/demonstration
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Textbook
  2. Hunter Alignment Fundamentals
  3. Internet Videos
  4. Video Presentation
  5. LMS
  6. Handouts
Methods of Assessment

90-100 A

Excellent

80-89 B

Good

70-79 C

Satisfactory

60-69 D

Unsatisfactory

Anything below 60 is an F

Failing

  1. Outcomes 1 and 5 will be evaluated through classroom tests, written assignments and job performance in the shop.
  2. Outcome 6 will be evaluated by job performance in the shop.
  3. Outcome 9 will be evaluated through classroom tests and behavior and job performance in the shop.
  4. The letter grades in this course are as follows:
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.