Credits: 6 Lecture Hours:2 Lab Hours:8 Practicum Hours:0 Work Experience:0 Course Type:Voc/TechClass and lab activities in the design and operation of drivetrain components including clutches, manual transmissions, drive lines, rear axles and wheel bearings. Competencies
Demonstrate knowledge of clutches on a written test
Identify the parts of a clutch assembly
Describe the operation of a clutch
Describe the adjustment of a push-release clutch
Describe the adjustment of a pull-release clutch
Outline the procedure for removing and replacing a clutch
Describe the function of a clutch brake
Adjust a pull release clutch in a vehicle
Obtain specific procedure from service manual
Adjust to manufacturer’s specifications
Remove a pull-release clutch from a flywheel
Select proper tools to remove the clutch
Inspect the clutch for wear patters
Reinstall the clutch in the correct order
Install the transmission with the release linkage in the correct position
Remove a SOLO clutch
Demonstrate the procedure obtained from service manual
Demonstrate ability to reset pressure plate to correct clearance for reuse
Demonstrate ability to reinstall clutch assembly and remove caging bolts
Explain setup procedure and demonstrate application of the setup procedure
Explain how the DM clutch operates
Demonstrate ability to remove and install a DM clutch
Identify the parts in a DM clutch
Evaluate a clutch for worn components
Demonstrate a working knowledge of clutch linkages
Describe how to perform adjustments for the clutch brake with mechanical linkage
Explain how to adjust clutch pedal free travel when mechanical linkage is used
Describe how to perform clutch brake adjustments when hydraulic release mechanisms are used
Demonstrate the ability to bleed a hy6draulic release clutch
Identify the parts of a mechanical release and a hydraulic release clutch
Demonstrate knowledge of standard transmissions on a written test
Identify various gear designs
Identify the components of the air systems found on the RT, RTLO, and FR series Eaton transmissions
Describe how each of the air system components functions in the air system
Demonstrate the ability to install and trouble shoot the transmission air system
Explain the relationship between speed and torque
Identify the major components found in the back box on a RT, RTO, and RTLO transmission
Describe how the inertia clutch performs in the RTLO series transmissions
Describe the major types of shift bar housings
Describe the difference between driven components and driving components
Evaluate a twin countershaft transmissions
Select proper tools to disassemble the transmission
Inspect wear patterns
Trace the power flow through each speed, including reverse
Calculate the gear ratios for all speeds, including reverse
Reassemble the transmission
Demonstrate the ability to time the needed components
Demonstrate the ability to shim the needed bearings and shafts in the transmission
Test run the transmission to check for correct operation and assembly procedures
Demonstrate knowledge of twin countershaft transmissions on a written evaluation
Demonstrate knowledge of automated mechanical transmissions on a written test
Identify the differences between an automated and standard transmission case and internal parts
Identify the components that are added to the transmission to allow for automated shifting
Demonstrate an understanding of how each shift is managed
Perform the electrical precheck
Demonstrate the ability to complete the pneumatic test
Perform the electrical start up test
Retrieve fault codes using the ignition switch
Retrieve active and inactive codes using diagnostic software
Clear all fault codes
Demonstrate knowledge of drive shafts on a written test
Name the parts of a drive line
Define the importance of phasing a drive line
Explain drive line alignment
Calculate driveshaft operating angles
Demonstrate the ability to remove and install a u-joint
Measure drive shaft run out
Demonstrate the ability to field balance a drive shaft
Demonstrate knowledge of wheel bearings and wheel rims on a written test
Explain the TMC method of adjusting a wheel bearing
Identify Budd type wheel mounting
Identify Hub Piloted wheel mounting
Identify Dayton wheel mounting
Explain why the different wheel mountings can not be intermixed
Demonstrate knowledge of rear axles on a written test
Identify different types of rear axles as used in trucks
Name the basic parts of a driving axle
Explain the operation of the carrier and differential assembly
Explain the operation of a double reduction rear axle
Explain the operation of an inter-axle differential
List the five general reassembly steps for a carrier assembly
Assess one single reduction carrier assembly
Select the proper tools to disassemble the carriers
Inspect the wear patterns
Check and set the pinion bearing pre-load
Set the pinion assembly depth
Set the carrier bearing pre-load
Set the ring gear assembly position (backlash).
Check gear tooth contact pattern
Evaluate a double reduction carrier assembly
Select the proper tools to disassemble the carrier
Inspect wear patterns
Check and set the pinion bearing pre-load
Set the pinion assembly depth
Set the carrier bearing pre-load and the backlash
Check the gear tooth contact
Evaluate one forward rear axle carrier assembly
Select the proper tools to disassemble the carrier
Inspect wear patterns
Check and set the pinion bearing pre-load
Set the pinion assembly depth
Set the carrier bearing pre-load
Set the backlash
Check the gear tooth contact pattern
Reassemble the inter-axle differential (power divider).
Demonstrate ability to set input shaft end play
Remove a forward rear axle carrier assembly
Select proper tools to remove the carrier assembly
Remove inter-axle drive shaft and through shaft
Remove full floating axle shafts
Remove carrier assembly
Reinstall the carrier assembly and all related parts