Course Outcome Summary 2026-27

AST 2442 Automatic Transmission I

Course Information

Course information
Course Number AST 2442
Course Title Automatic Transmission I
Description This course covers how an automatic transmission works, the basic parts, functions, and power flow of the hydraulic circuits. This course also includes the basic theory of torque converters, planetary gears, clutchs, bands, and hydraulic circuit operation. Prior knowledge gained by successful completion of AST1112 is required for student success in this class. 2 Cr (2 lect/pres, 0 lab, 0 other)
Total Credits 2
Total Hours 32
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 2 Credits, 32 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: Admission into the Automotive Service program.

Institutional Core Competencies

Course Competencies

  1. Exhibit professionalism
  2. Describe servicing automatic transmission, check fluid level with and without dipstick
  3. Describe linkage diagnosis
  4. Describe converter operation
  5. Explain Pascal's law
  6. Describe planetary gear driving, driven , and held member powerflow principals
  7. Inspect case / components
  8. Diagnose trans/transaxle powerflow concerns and describe the operational characteristics of a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

SCC Accessibility Statement

South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.

North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.

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