Title

AMST1102 - Alignment and Suspension

Description

Description

This course covers suspension and steering systems currently in use. Students learn suspension and steering designs and applications. The course covers vehicle alignments and alignment measurements, including: camber, caster, toe and advanced measurements.
API ID

Credits

3 (1/2/0)

Corequisites

Competencies

  1. Perform wheel alignment following manufacturer's specifications.
  2. Understand, diagnose and repair vehicle suspension concerns.
  3. Understand, diagnose and repair manual and power steering systems (electric and hydraulic).
  4. Exhibit safety precautions and professionalism. Maintain a clean and safe work space following OSHA and manufacturer guidelines.
  5. Understand, diagnose and repair vehicle load bearing components, including: leaf springs, struts, coil springs and related components.
  6. Understand and identify Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
  7. Understand and identify vehicle electronic suspension and steering control systems.
  8. Understand, diagnose and repair tire and tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) concerns.
  9. Use service information to identify and repair vehicle suspension and steering systems.
Degrees that use this course

Degrees that use this course

Automotive Service Technology
Degree:
Diploma
The 60-credit diploma in Automotive Service Technology provides students with the essential skills and hands-on experience to excel in the...
Location:
Moorhead Campus
Credits:
60
Automotive Service Technology
Degree:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Automotive Service Technology is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the in...
Location:
Moorhead Campus
Credits:
66