Jacksonville, Florida. Starting with a look at the transmission's primary function -- to couple the engine to the driveline and provide torque ratios between the two -- this updated and expanded seminar covers the latest transmission systems designed to achieve the most efficient engine operation. Current designs, the components and sub-systems used, their functional modes, how they operate, and the interrelationships will be discussed. This seminar is intended for anyone not familiar with the operational theories or functional principles of modern vehicle transmission systems. As the material covered is targeted at a number of design and engineering disciplines, attendees should have a minimum of two years design experience in the automotive powertrain field, or preferably a B.S. in engineering or related field.