This course is designed to introduce students to design, construction, theory, and operating principles of the internal combustion diesel engine. Study basic parts and purpose and function relative to engine operation, operating principles, the cycle operation, servicing and repair of engines. Shop activities include the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, pre-start adjustments, starting, tune-up, and troubleshooting. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is designed to introduce students to the cylinder block and cylinder head as to its function and purpose. Construction, inspection and rebuilding of the cylinder block and heads discussed. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, pre-start adjustments, starting, tune-up, and troubleshooting. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is designed to give the students an understanding of the crankshaft, design, parts, lubrication, balance, thrust accommodation, seals, and general inspection. Bearing removal, inspection, replacement, and reassembly will be part of the shop activities. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of camshaft, gear train, and timing of the diesel engine. The purpose, design, operating principles, and inspection procedures of components will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, pre-start adj, starting, tune-up, and troubleshooting. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of piston and connecting rods. Design, purpose, material, inspection, and servicing procedure. Component serviceability determination, lubrication, and problem areas will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, starting, and troubleshooting. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of electricity and magnetism, electron theory, Ohm’s Law to measure voltage, amperes, and resistance in a basic circuit. It covers types of electrical circuits, types of electrical current, battery, and the instruments used in checking electrical circuits. Shop activities include testing and charging batteries and connecting batteries using a series-parallel switch. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the starting systems and electrical starting circuit, various methods used to start the diesel engine, low temperature starting aids and components will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, and testing starters. Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot starting circuits. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the charging systems of a diesel engine. Various charging systems, voltage regulators, instrument gauges and circuits will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, and testing alternators and generators. Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot charging circuits. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the basic functions of the diesel fuel system, diesel fuel classification and terminologies and fuel filters. Shop activities include servicing and basic checking of fuel flow circuits. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the caterpillar fuel injection systems. The design and operating principle of the five types of caterpillar fuel systems will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, pre-start adjustments, starting, and troubleshooting. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the Detroit Diesel Fuel Injection Systems. The design operating principle of both two- and four-stroke cycle systems, servicing injectors, tune-up, control rack and throttle delay will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, testing, pre-start adjustments, starting, and troubleshooting. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is a study of Cummins Fuel Injection Systems. The design, operating principles, injector and pump lubrication, injection timing control and governor types will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, testing, pre-start adjustments, starting, and troubleshooting. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the Stanadyne and DPA distributor-type fuel injection pumps. The design, operating principle of the DM Series fuel pump will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, testing, pre-start adjustments, starting, and troubleshooting. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is a study of United Technologies Diesel Fuel Systems formerly American Bosch, Robert Bosch, CAV and Diesel KIKI Port-and-Helix Fuel-Injection Pumps. The design, operation principles of in-line and distributor fuel pump will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, testing, pre-start adjustments, starting, and troubleshooting. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course introduces the students to the fundamentals of power train, service, theory of operation, repair procedures, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and power flow from engine to final drive, methods of power transmission, types of gears and bearings, lubrication, and maintenance. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs., 2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is the study of the types of clutches. The purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures of these components will be covered. Shop activities include the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, and testing of components. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the types of mechanical transmissions. The purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures of these components will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, and testing of components. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the components of the drive line and power takeoffs. The purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, and reassembly. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the different types of differentials and final drives. The purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, and pre-installation adjustments. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the different types of torque converters and hydraulic assist transmissions. The purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection and reassembly of components. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the different types of hydrostatic drives. The purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, and reassembly of components. (2 lec/lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the different types of brakes. The purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, and testing of the brakes and its components. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the different types of suspension and steering systems. Purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly and testing of suspension and steering system components. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of engine lubricants and lubrication systems of the diesel engine. Purpose of oil, oil recommendations, type of oil filters, oil coolers, lubrication pumps, and oil leakage test will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning inspection, troubleshooting, and reassembly. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of engine coolants and cooling systems of the diesel engine. The purpose of the coolants, coolant recommendations, circuits and components will be covered. Shop activities include cleaning, inspection, starting, and troubleshooting. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of air intake and exhaust systems of the diesel engine. The purpose, design, types of aftercoolers, air cleaners, blowers of the intake system and the purpose, design, and turbochargers of the exhaust system and maintenance of these systems will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, starting, and troubleshooting. (1 lec hr., 3 lab hrs.)

This course is a study of the hydraulic/pneumatic systems. The purpose, design, operating principles, inspection, maintenance and repair procedures will be covered. Shop activities include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, reassembly, and testing of various hydraulic/pneumatic components. (2 lec hrs., 3 lab hrs.)