IAST 2010: Auto Frame & Body Support
Effective date
September 2019
Department
Auto Serv Tech Diploma Intl
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students learn about the design and function of automotive frame and body support systems and will perform troubleshooting and repair procedures. Topics include MacPherson independent, SLA, multi-link, rigid and twin I-beam suspension systems. Additional topics include BOF perimeter, BOF ladder, hydroformed and unit body automotive frames.
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe unit body frame design
- Describe conventional frame design
- Describe suspension types
- Describe suspension dynamics
- Describe common automotive spring designs
- Describe the construction and operation of shock absorbers and struts
- Describe suspension components, design and construction
- Remove, replace and adjust suspension systems
- Evaluate and Diagnose suspension system problems
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 40
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 60
Total Hours: 100
Instructional Strategies
Classroom activities are lectures, demonstrations, audio-visual presentations and exercises. Practical experience takes place in an active shop setting. The extensive workshop experience provides reinforcement of theoretical concepts, develops hand skills, and familiarity with repair procedures, electronic equipment and standard safety procedures. All modules are designed to enable the student to work independently and in groups.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Quizzes/Tests
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70
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Students are given m/c quizzes and tests throughout the course to assess their theoretical knowledge
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Lab Work
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30
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Practical knowledge & skills are evaluated in the shop while students work on training aids & customer cars
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Course topics
- Body frames
- Suspension systems and types
- Shock absorbers and struts
- Suspension systems
- Electronic suspension systems
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.