SILIBUS

(SYLLABUS)

DMD 2233
VEHICLE CHASSIS SYSTEM I

DIPLOMA TEKNOLOGI AUTOMOTIF

KOLEJ VOKASIONAL
KEMENTERIAN PENDIDIKAN MALAYSIA
 SYLLABUS : SUMMARY OF INFORMATION ON EACH COURSE
1. Name of Course : VEHICLE CHASSIS SYSTEM I
2. Course Code : DMD 2233
3. Names of Academic Staff : 1. (NAMA PENGAJAR)

4. Rationale for the inclusion of the course in the programme :

On the completion of this module, students are expected to be able to understand basic knowledge on the brake, steering and suspension
system. The students are also will be able to diagnose and be competent in describing the operation and relevant maintenance procedure on
various chassis systems.
5. Semester and Year Offered : Year 1 Semester 2
6. Total Student Learning Time (SLT) :
CATEGORY OF ACTIVITIES LEARNING ACTIVITY TOTAL HOURS / SEMESTER
Lecture 11
Guided Learning Tutorial / Practical 56
Student Centered Learning Activities 3
Preparation for Assignments / Projects 25
Self-Learning Independent Study / Revision 11
Preparation for Assessment 7
Formal Assessment Continuous Assessment 5
Final Examination Sitting for Theory 0
Formal Assessment
Final Examination Sitting for Practical 2
TOTAL SLT 120
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7. Credit Value : 3 credits

8. Prerequisite (if any) : None

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9. Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) :
CLO 1 Describe the operation and relevant maintenance procedure on chassis system. (C2, PLO1)
CLO 2 Assemble and disassemble chassis system. (P3, PLO2)
CLO 3 Repair chassis system based on analyzed result. (P3, PLO2)
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10. Transferable Skills (Skills and how they are developed and assessed, project and practical experience and internship) :
RELATED PLO TRANSFERABLE SKILLS T & L STRATEGY ASSESSMENT STRATEGY
PLO 1 Knowledge Lecture Test
PLO 2 Practical Skills Practical, Demonstration Practical, Final Exam
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11. Teaching-Learning and Assessment Strategies :

CLO METHOD OF DELIVERY METHOD OF ASSESSMENT KPI
Describe the operation and relevant
100% students obtain
CLO 1 maintenance procedure on chassis system. Lecture Test 50% marks and above
(C2, PLO1)
Assemble and disassemble chassis system. 100% students obtain
CLO 2 Practical Practical 50% marks and above
(P3, PLO2)
Repair chassis system based on analyzed 100% students obtain
CLO 3 Practical Practical 50% marks and above
result. (P3, PLO2)
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12. Course Synopsis :

Vehicle steering and suspension service is a scope of competency to ensure steering and suspension are responsible for providing optimal ride
comfort and handling performance. The competency includes inspect steering & suspension system condition, service steering system, and
service suspension system. The outcome of this competency is to provide free leakages, vibration and stiff defect, smooth performance and
operational of vehicle steering, free stiff, noise defect and safety ensure for suspension.
13. Mode of Delivery (e.g. Lecture, Tutorial, Workshop, Seminar etc.) :
Lecture, Workshop

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14. Assessment Methods and Types :
Test, Practical and Final Examination

Course Evaluation
Continuous Assessment 60%
Final Examination (Practical) 40%
Total 100%
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15. Mapping of the Course to the Programme Educational Objectives (PEO) :

PEO 1 PEO 2 PEO 3 PEO 4
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16 Mapping of the Course to the Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO) :

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

PLO 1

PLO 2

PLO 3

PLO 4

PLO 5

PLO 6

PLO 7

PLO 8

PLO 9
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
Describe the operation and relevant maintenance procedure on
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chassis system.
Assemble and disassemble chassis system. /
Repair chassis system based on analyzed result. /
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17. Course Outline and the SLT per Content :
SLT (HOURS)

NON F2F

TOTAL (HOURS)
FACE TO FACE (F2F)

WEEK CONTENT ASSESSMENT

TEST & EXAM

SELF-STUDY
PRACTICAL
TUTORIAL
LECTURE
1.0 BRAKE SYSTEM
1.1 Brake System Function
1.2 Type of Brakes
1.3 Brake System Operation
1.4 Brake Pads and Brake Lining TEST,
1–5 1.5 Hydraulic Brake System Condition Inspection 5 - 20 1⅓ 12 38⅓
PRACTICAL
1.6 Disc Brake and Drum Brake
1.7 Hydraulic Brake Components Servicing
1.8 Parking Brake System Components Servicing
1.9 Type of brake fluid
1.10 Brake system bleeding

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 2.0 STEERING SYSTEM
2.1 Steering System Function
2.2 Types of Steering TEST,
6–9 4 - 16 1⅓ 12 33⅓
2.3 Steering System Parts and Components PRACTICAL
2.4 Steering Repair and Service
2.5 Steering Check and Repair

3.0 SUSPENSION SYSTEM

3.1 Suspension System Function
3.2 Types of Suspension
3.3 Suspension System Parts and Components TEST,
10 – 12 3 - 12 1⅓ 10 26⅓
3.4 Suspension System Components Condition PRACTICAL
3.5 Front and Rear Shock Absorber
3.6 Suspension Repair and Service
3.7 Suspension Check and Repair

4.0 FRONT AND REAR WHEEL BEARING

4.1 Function of Wheel Bearing
13 – 14 4.2 Type of Wheel Bearing 2 - 8 1 7 18 PRACTICAL
4.3 Wheel Bearing Check and Repair

15 STUDY WEEK 2 2

FINAL EXAMINATION ( Theory )

16 – 17
FINAL EXAMINATION ( Practical ) 2 2
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 Total 14 - 56 7 43 120 120

Notional hours 40

Credit Value 3
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18. Main and Additional References Supporting the Course :

Main References
1. James D. Halderman (2017). Automotive Steering, Suspension & Alignment: Pearson. ISBN: 9780134073651
2. James D. Halderman (2017). Automotive Chassis Systems: Pearson. ISBN: 9780134064451
3. James D. Halderman (2017). Automotive Brake Systems: Pearson. ISBN: 9780134063126
4. Mark Schnubel (2015). Automotive Suspension & Steering Classroom Manual and Shop Manual: Cengage. ISBN: 9781285438108

Extra References
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19. Other Additional Information :
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