Upon completion of the program, students will be able to...
- Recognize the role of a diesel repair technician and the many exciting career opportunities available to skilled technicians
- Identify common tools and shop safety procedures used in the repair of heavy-duty vehicles
- Understand the basic operation of a diesel engine and its major components
- Describe the operation of the cooling and lubrication systems of a typical diesel engine
- Identify the various procedures used in the inspection and rebuilding of a typical diesel engine
- Explain the operation of a mechanical fuel injection system, the fuel-delivery system, as well as the properties of the various types of diesel fuels
- Recognize the basics of electrical and electronic engine control systems
- Recognize the basic operation and repair of heavy-duty truck steering and suspension systems, along with service and repair of vehicle wheels and tires
- Identify the operation of hydraulic and pneumatic braking devices and control systems, the interpretation of fault-indication messages, and the troubleshooting of brake system problems
- Describe the operation and repair procedures for common heavy-duty truck drivelines, automatic transmissions, and manual transmissions and clutch systems
- Recognize the function and operation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems used on heavy-duty trucks
- Explain the basic theory and repair of various electrical systems, including the battery, charging system, starting system, and lighting systems
- Identify the safety practices and maintenance procedures for truck and trailer systems