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Powertrain Control Unit/Transmission Control Unit Technology Webinar     

Part of the SAE Transmission Technology Webinar Series

Webinar

I.D.# WB1001

Printable Description

Duration: 4 Hours

October 1-3, 2013 (2 Sessions ) - via telephone/internet Show Session Dates Session 1 - October 1 (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET) Session 2 - October 3 (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET)

Powertrain and Transmission Control Units are among the core technologies commonly employed in the mobility industry when designing and developing new transmissions. This webinar will focus on the basic functionality and configurations, high-level architecture, and block diagram type logic of modern automatic transmission powertrain control systems for enhanced vehicle operation, improved powertrain efficiency/reduced vehicle emissions, smooth transition from one speed ratio to another, and when powertrain system optimization relies on precise ratio selection.

The course will also present a high-level description of the connectivity between the various control units, their architecture and the powertrain configurations with which they are matched. This connectivity will serve as the basis for a functional development of the shift strategy analysis and implementation requirements used by the system architecture. For each of the main powertrain configurations, the participant will be presented with an operational summary for that particular hardware and then shown how the PCU/TCU must be modeled to optimize function. This is not intended as a deep-dive into the various aspects of programming and/or network communication.

Learning Objectives
By connecting with this webinar you will be able to:

• Identify, describe, and explain what powertrain and transmission control units are and how they are used in modern vehicle transmission systems
• Explain the similarities and differences between PCUs and TCUs
• Discuss how PCUs/TCUs work as a standalone unit and as part of the larger vehicle control system
• Compare and contrast the various underlying functional concepts of PCU/TCU technology
• Explain the technical, operational, and functional benefits of incorporating (compared to discrete non-systemic control architecture) PCU/TCU to the OEM
• Describe all the various manifestations and configurations of PCU/TCU technology as applied to actual and/or conceptual transmission systems of today

Who Should Attend
The webinar will benefit anyone involved in the design, analysis, development, service, customer support or sales of automotive transmission and/or powertrain components and systems should consider this as a core adjunct to their current knowledgebase. The value of this webinar also extends to anyone involved in the vehicle powertrain design and/or application of the technology.

Prerequisites
A basic understanding of automotive transmission technology and a BS in mechanical engineering or a related field is recommended.

Topical Outline
Session 1

• Fundamental Explanation of Powertrain Control Units (PCU) and Transmission Control Units (TCU)
• Core Technology Development as it Applies to Designing and Developing New Transmissions to:
  • Provide enhanced vehicle operation
  • Improve powertrain efficiency/reduce vehicle emissions
  • Generate and control smooth transition from one speed ratio to another
  • Optimize powertrain system performance
• Review All the Various Inputs to and Outputs from Common PCU/TCU Technologies

Session 2

• High-Level System Architecture
• Powertrain Layout
• Overlay PCU/TCU on Transmission Architecture
• Applicability to Hybrid Transmission Control

Instructor(s): W. Mark McVea
Dr. William Mark McVea, P.E., is currently Chief Technology Officer for Torvec, Inc., an industry leader in the design and development of patented powertrain engineering technology used primarily in the automotive industry. He is also President and Principal Engineer of KBE⁺, Inc. where Dr. McVea and his team design and develop complete powertrains for automotive and off-highway vehicles. His prior positions include Professor of Vehicle Dynamics and Powertrain Sciences in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the Rochester Institute of Technology and adjunct professor at Purdue University in their Automotive Sciences Department. He was also formerly a manager of the CAE group within a tier-one powertrain supplier to global automotive markets, a consulting engineer in vehicle dynamics with Gear Consultants, Inc., and a project manager of traction systems for off-highway vehicles with Clark-Hurth International.

Dr. McVea has published extensively on the topics of transmission systems, automated design assistant systems, knowledge systems and knowledge based engineering in general. He also holds or is listed as co-inventor on numerous patents related to mechanical power transmissions. Dr. McVea holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology, a Ph.D. in Design Engineering from Purdue University and is a licensed Professional Engineer.

Registration Information
Registration for this webinar is available on a per-person basis, similar to purchasing a seat in a classroom. Participants attend an online session from work or home; anywhere with a PC with internet access (at least 56K) and a telephone or VoIP headset. The fee includes one connection to the two hour conference call (toll free telephone number provided for U.S. and select countries*) and assigned personal ID number; one connection to SAE's online training center (via WebEx); and access to a secure course in the SAE Learning Center that contains the webinar presentations, session recordings, supplemental materials, and assignments.

Registrations will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. the day before the start of the webinar, but early registration is encouraged to allow for pre-course set-up and instructions.

*Global toll-free telephone numbers are provided for many countries outside the U.S., but are limited to those on the WebEx call-in toll-free number list. Check here to see if your country has a global call-in toll free telephone number for this webinar. If your country is not listed, you may still connect using the US/Canada Call-in toll number (tolls from your carrier may apply) or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP).

Test your PC and connection to see if it meets the minimum system requirements for the WebEx online training center before you register. Go to http://www.webex.com/lp/jointest/ and follow the onscreen instructions for "Join Meeting Test".

NOTE: The course presentation will be recorded and made available for 30 days to those who register by the deadline.

Multiple Seat Discount - 50% off more than one!

1. Register for this webinar at the list or appropriate member price and enjoy a 50% discount off the list price of the other transmission technology webinars in this series (includes Fundamentals of Continuously Variable Transmission Technology Webinar; Review of AMT Technology Applied to Automotive Powertrain Webinar.
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2. Register one individual at the list or appropriate member price, then register additional employees at half off the list price. To receive the discount, register all individuals at the same time or mention the confirmation number for the first registrant. The offer is good for only the same webinar series and dates. All registrants will receive a personal account and opportunity for CEUs.

Discount applies to webinar(s) of equal or lesser list fee. Registration by phone with SAE Customer Service is required to take advantage of these discounts.

Cancellations
Can't attend on the date/time above? The presentation will be recorded and made available for 30 days to those who are registered, regardless of availability for the live session. If you still need to cancel, transfer to a future offering, or designate a substitute, a full refund is issued if you notify SAE at least 14 days prior to the webinar start date. If less than 14 days prior, please contact SAE Customer Service to discuss options*. NOTE: SAE reserves the right to cancel webinars and cannot be held responsible for related costs incurred by registrants other than the registration fee.

*Cancellation penalties may apply.

For a more comprehensive course, consider the Fundamentals of Modern Vehicle Transmissions e-Seminar on CD-ROM or Online, or the 3-day classroom seminar.

Fees: $405.00 ; SAE Members: $324.00 - $365.00

.4 CEUs
You must complete all course contact hours and successfully pass the learning assessment to obtain CEUs.

To register, click Register button at the top of this page and submit the online form, or contact SAE Customer Service at 1-877-606-7323 (724/776-4970 outside the U.S. and Canada) or at CustomerService@sae.org.

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