This course explores various clutch systems, including conventional and dual disc clutches, and their components. Students will learn about the components of manual transmissions and transaxles and different types of drive shafts and axle shafts used in front-wheel and rear-wheel drive systems. Additionally, students will study the components of final drive assemblies and understand the functions of limited slip and locking differentials. The operation of all-wheel drive (AWD) and four-wheel drive (4WD) systems, as well as high-performance drive line components will also be covered.
Prerequisites
HPAS 1000.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Clutches
- Manual transmission and transaxles
- Drive shafts and axles
- Final drive assemblies
- 4WD & AWD systems
- High performance drive lines
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71876 |
October 5, 2026 to October 28, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42361 |
February 8, 2027 to March 3, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60500 |
June 7, 2027 to June 29, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.