DIET 123 Suspensions & Steering Systems

This is a short course in theory and laboratory practice in which the students will analyze, repair, and adjust front end alignment. They will repair springs, steering drive lines, steering gears, drag links, tie rods, king pins, and understand steering and wheel geometry. Students will become proficient in the diagnosis and repair of steering and controls including brakes, steering, and suspension. Prerequisites: Instructor Permission.

Credits

2.00 Credits

DIET 123Suspensions & Steering Systems

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I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

2.00 Credits

III. Catalog Course Description

This is a short course in theory and laboratory practice in which the students will analyze, repair, and adjust front end alignment. They will repair springs, steering drive lines, steering gears, drag links, tie rods, king pins, and understand steering and wheel geometry. Students will become proficient in the diagnosis and repair of steering and controls including brakes, steering, and suspension. Prerequisites: Instructor Permission.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• follow all safety procedures and shop safety and cleanliness standards
• identify steering and suspension components on heavy duty trucks and automobiles
• properly diagnose and R&R steering components
• diagnose steering gear box and pump system pressures
• diagnose and properly repair suspension components on heavy duty trucks

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies