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Diesel
Technology Course Descriptions |
 Department
Schedule |
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| DS 101
Diesel Engine and Rebuild |
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12 Credit Hours |
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Learn engine theory, engine
components, and diesel engine rebuild procedures.
Introduced to basic engine electrical and fuel systems, shop
tool use and maintenance.
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| DS
102 Truck
Power Trains |
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6
Credit Hours |
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Train theory, Power Train components, and proper Power Train
repair procedures are covered in this course.
Basic transmission air systems theory, introduction to
types of air systems, troubleshooting, and system repair. |
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| DS
103 Fuel
Injection Systems |
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6
Credit Hours |
| Emphasis
on fuel injection systems and how they relate to diesel engine
performance and operation. Lecture and hands-on training used for instruction.
The operations of all major fuel injection devices
including; diesel fuels, fuel transfer pumps, fuel nozzles, fuel
injectors, filtration systems, metering systems and governing
systems will be presented. |
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| DS
104 Fundamentals
of Electricity and Electronics |
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6
Credit Hours |
| Basic
electrical theory and electrical components used in the diesel
industry. Introduction
to basic electrical systems, tool use and diagnostic procedures. |
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| DS
105 Fundamentals
of Hydraulics and Air Conditioning |
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6
Credit Hours |
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course is designed to cover basic hydraulic systems and
components as well as air conditioning systems. Preventive maintenance, system diagnosis and component
inspection and repair will be presented through lecture and
hands on training. Professional
practices such as safety, reliability and professionalism will
also be included into the course content. |
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| DS
106 Engine
Diagnostics Tune Up |
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6
Credit Hours |
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will gain knowledge in diesel engine diagnostic tune-up.
Analyze and diagnose each supporting system of the diesel
engine to properly tune the engine for peak performance.
Develops an understanding of how each of these systems
relates to one another. Information on D.O.T. annual vehicle inspection, roadside
inspection, and preventative maintenance programs will be
covered. Including
the systems: oil, fuel, lube, and cooling. |
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| DS
202 Heavy
Duty Power Train |
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6
Credit Hours |
| Advanced
theory and application on automatic and power shift
transmissions as used in the heavy equipment industry.
Torque converts, Clark transmissions, Allison
Transmission, Caterpillar transmission, steering clutches, final
drives, undercarriage and tracks used in heavy-duty
diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. |
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| DS
203 Fuel
Injection System Diagnosis and Caterpillar Electronic Engine |
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6
Credit Hours |
| This
course is designed to cover diesel fuel injection pumps and
their applications, timing advanced mechanisms, governing
systems, Caterpillar electronic engine controls and other
related items that effect engine operation and performance. |
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| DS
204 Diesel
Starting, Charging and Electronic Control Systems |
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6
Credit Hours |
| Learn
starter and generator systems theory; system diagnosis,
component disassembly, diagnosis, repair, assembly and testing.
Learn advanced electrical systems, diagnostic tool use
and maintenance. |
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| DS
205 Mobile
Hydrostatic and Hydraulics |
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6
Credit Hours |
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course is designed to cover advanced hydraulics and hydrostatics
used in heavy equipment, farm machinery, hydraulic cranes,
backhoes, skid steers and other typical heavy equipment.
Learn troubleshooting and repair. |
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206 Brakes,
Suspension and Steering |
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6
Credit Hours |
| Students
will gain knowledge in brake systems, suspension and steering as
used on heavy duty trucks.
The following areas will be covered: air brake systems,
truck foundation brakes, antilock brake systems, steering
systems, suspension systems, wheels and tires and fifth wheels. |
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| DS
280 A Cooperative
Education Diesel Service Technology – Agriculture |
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Variable
Credit Hours |
| Students
will demonstrate agricultural mechanics skills at an approved,
off-campus agricultural equipment repair facility.
Students observe and obtain hands-on experience matching
their learning objectives |
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| Any
student who may need accommodation for any sort of disability
should make an appointment with the instructor during posted
office hours. |
