MEC2160 Steering Systems

Intermediate · 1 credit · TMT - Trades, Manufacturing and Transportation

Description: Students develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to maintain a steering system.
Prerequisite: MEC1150: Ride & Control Systems
Parameters: Access to steering systems, specialized steering tools and related resources. Note: Customer work must be checked by certified technician.

Outcomes The student will:

1 demonstrate safe work practices when working on steering systems
- 1.1 demonstrate knowledge of and follow laboratory safety procedures when working on steering systems, and explain the importance of proper adjustments and torques
2 identify different steering system designs and applications
- 2.1 identify common types of steering gears used to create the necessary mechanical advantages to overcome tire resistance; e.g., recirculating ball, rack and pinion
- 2.2 identify and compare the operation of two or more steering boxes
- 2.3 identify and compare the operation of common types of power steering pumps; e.g., roller, vane, slipper, gear
3 diagnose problems related to manual and power steering systems
- 3.1 demonstrate how to:
  - 3.1.1 overhaul and adjust a recirculating ball and rack and pinion steering gear
  - 3.1.2 diagnose power steering problems including:
    3.1.2.1 pressure testing
    3.1.2.2 flow testing
    3.1.2.3 electrical tests
4 service/repair a vehicle steering system
- 4.1 clean and inspect steering linkage for wear and replace, if necessary
- 4.2 inspect steering joints, bushings and replace, if necessary
- 4.3 inspect and service power steering components
5 demonstrate basic competencies
- 5.1 demonstrate fundamental skills to:
  - 5.1.1 communicate
  - 5.1.2 manage information
  - 5.1.3 use numbers
  - 5.1.4 think and solve problems
- 5.2 demonstrate personal management skills to:
  - 5.2.1 demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours
  - 5.2.2 be responsible
  - 5.2.3 be adaptable
  - 5.2.4 learn continuously
  - 5.2.5 work safely
- 5.3 demonstrate teamwork skills to:
  - 5.3.1 work with others
  - 5.3.2 participate in projects and tasks
6 identify possible life roles related to the skills and content of this cluster
- 6.1 recognize and then analyze the opportunities and barriers in the immediate environment
- 6.2 identify potential resources to minimize barriers and maximize opportunities