MCCCD Program Description

Steering, Suspension and Pre-Alignment

Course: ASE141AU

First Term: 2019 Fall

Lecture 2.0 Credit(s) 1.0 Period(s) 1.0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: T- Lab Load

Description: Principles and operation of automotive suspension and steering systems.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Demonstrate safe personal and workplace habits according to industry standards. (I) 2. Research appropriate service information pertaining to suspension and steering systems. (II) 3. Describe the principles and factors that govern steering, suspension and alignment performance. (IV) 4. Describe the various types of frames. (V) 5. Use appropriate service information, tools and equipment to adjust, replace and/or repair suspension and steering components. (II - V, VII - VIII) 6. Use appropriate service information, tools and equipment to dismount, mount and balance tire and wheel assemblies. (II, III, VI) 7. Use appropriate service information, tools and equipment to verify proper operation of the suspension and steering. (II - V, VII-VIII) 8. Document work performed according to industry standards. (IX) 9. Demonstrate industry standard professionalism that includes dress, attendance and customer service. (I - IX) 10. Effectively communicate with diverse audiences. (I - IX)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Safety II. Service information III. Tools and equipment IV. Introduction to suspension, steering and alignment V. Vehicle frames VI. Wheel and tire service VII. Suspension and steering systems A. Types B. Principles and theory C. Operation D. Diagnosis and service E. Repair VIII. Suspension and steering components A. Types B. Principles and theory C. Operation D. Diagnosis and service E. Repair IX. Documentation and industry standards

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: February 26, 2019

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.