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Course: |
HEM 210
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Title: | Hydraulics and Transmissions |
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Long Title: | Hydraulics and Transmissions |
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Course Description: | Focuses on the study of hydraulic systems and power flow from the engine to the drive wheels or tracks. Provides the fundamentals of pumps, cylinders, valves, transmissions, clutches, and related components. Covers the proper uses of testing equipment and troubleshooting of systems. |
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Min Credit: | 3 |
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Max Credit: | |
STANDARD COMPETENCIES:
I. After completion of this course the student should be able to identify the basic parts of a power train and discuss how power is transmitted through the power train. The student should also be able to identify types of gears and calculate gear ratio, rotation, and gear speed. The student should also be able to adjust a pressure plate, check flywheel and clutch assemblies, discuss the operation of a torque converter pump, stater and turbine, service, check, and repair a converter. The student should be able to identify parts of a mechanical transmission, disassemble and reassemble, and complete related troubleshooting activities. The student should be able to identify major parts of an automatic transmission, explain the function of automatic transmission components. The student should be able to identify parts of drive shafts, center bearings and cross and roller u-joints, troubleshoot other problems with drive shafts. The student should also be able to identify components of differentials and final drives; make bearing adjustments, identify different tooth patterns, and be able to remove , repair and replace differentials and final drives. This knowledge will be evidenced by correctly performing the procedures outlined in the job sheets and by scoring 77percent on the unit tests
TOPICAL OUTLINE:
I. Safety
II. Introduction to Hydraulics
III. Testing Equipment
IV. Transmissions
V. Clutches
VI. Power take-off
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