AUT 221 - Suspension & Steering Diagnosis

Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Credits: 3

Description: This course covers the diagnosis and repair of front and rear suspension, using suspension diagnostic charts, shop manuals, and alignment equipment.

Prerequisite(s): Take AUT 132 or AUT 130.

Course Topics:

Tires and Wheels
TPMS Systems
Front Suspension Service
Rear Suspension Service
Wheel Alignments
Power Assisted Steering Systems

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:

Safety Glasses

Grading System:
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Diagnose and repair suspension concerns.
Diagnose and repair manual/power steering concerns.
Perform wheel alignment procedures.
Interpret alignment angles given while using alignment equipment.
Diagnose and repair electronic steering systems.
Diagnose and repair electronic suspension system.

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Official Course Syllabus
2024-2025