DT 180 - Suspension and Alignment

Credits: 1-5
LEC hours per week: 3.800
LAB hours per week: 2.400
Study of suspensions as found on medium and heavy duty vehicles. Alignment of axles and wheels is also covered. Topics include alignment principles and terminology, spring suspensions, air suspensions, beam suspensions, tire wear identification, and wheel safety. This class will emphasize ASE/NATEF competency completion. Students must be seeking a degree or certificate in Diesel Technology.
Course Outcomes:

Choose appropriate alignment principles and terminology.
Classify front and rear end suspension systems.
Describe tire wear characteristics.
Select appropriate wheel safety, handling, and repair strategies.
Evaluate personal progress on NATEF task list.

Course Topics:

Alignment terminology
Alignment principles
Front suspensions
Rear suspensions
Tire wear
Tire safety
Types of wheels