Powertrain System II

Must have a B.S.M.E. or graduate standing with approval of MAE program director. Introduces powertrain systems from a mechanical point-of-view; manual and automatic transmissions systems, clutches, gears, flywheels, engines accessories, exhaust system, powertrain control systems, powertrain matching, and vehicle performance systems. Taught as a series of seminars presented by industry experts and coordinated by the MAE program director. A semester field trip to a transmission manufacturing/engineering facility is included. Lecture 3 hrs.