DSLTC-101
INTRODUCTION TO DIESEL TECHNOLOGY (2
CR.)
Introduction of basic skills needed
to perform many repair tasks in a
diesel-related repair environment.
The student will complete tasks, in
a competency based program, that
entry-level technicians will perform
in the workplace.
DSLTC-102
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS (6 CR.)
The student will be introduced to
basic electrical theory and practice
as it applies to the heavy equipment
and transport technology industries.
The student will complete tasks in a
competency based program that
emulate the skills performed in the
workplace. Topics include basic
electricity fundamentals, starting
and charging systems, batteries,
trouble shooting, and lighting
systems.
DSLTC-105
DIESEL ENGINES (6 CR.)
Teaches the basics on how to
identify, repair, and/or replace
diesel engines. The student will
learn two-stroke and four-stroke
combustion engine theory as well as
engine performance criteria. The
student will learn proper
disassembly, measuring, and
reassembly procedures and will gain
understanding in the operation and
basic principles of the various
engine components and their
respective systems on a diesel
engine.
DSLTC-200 SHOP
SKILLS AND CLIMATE CONTROL (6 CR.)
Basic shop skills including basic
climate controls, welding and
fabrication practices as applied to
the heavy equipment and transport
technology industries. The student
will complete tasks in a competency
based program that emulates the
skills performed in the workplace.
Topics include basic air
conditioning fundamentals, stick,
MIG and acetylene welding techniques
along with acetylene/plasma torch
cutting techniques. Students will
acquire a Class B CDL through class
study as well as a driving
competency based evaluation.
DSLTC-21
HYDRAULICS (6 CR.)
Introduction to basic hydraulic
principles and theory. Complete a
task list in a competency-based
program that emulates the skills
performed in the workplace. Topics
include hydraulic system
maintenance, fluid analysis, system
familiarization, and troubleshooting
procedures will be outlined as it
applies to modern diesel equipment.
DSLTC-220
DIESEL ENGINE FUEL SYSTEMS AND
TUNE-UP (6 CR.)
Introduction to diesel engine
fuel system theory and practice as
it applies to modern diesel
equipment repair. Apply the
principles introduced in the
classroom in the format of
laboratory sessions. The student
will complete tasks in a
competency-based program that
emulates the skills performed in the
workplace. Topics include diesel
engine maintenance, direct and
indirect fuel injection systems,
testing, adjusting and
troubleshooting diesel engine fuel
systems.
DSLTC-230 POWER
TRAINS (6 CR.)
Provides instruction and practice on
the interrelationship and the
operation of various heavy-duty
power train systems of agricultural,
industrial, and on-highway vehicles.
Topics include transmissions,
clutches, differentials, final
drives, drive lines, testing,
adjusting and troubleshooting of
power train systems.
DSLTC-240
CHASSIS, SUSPENSION AND AIRBRAKES (6
CR.)
Introduces basic theory and practice
of chassis, suspension, and airbrake
systems of all types of diesel
equipment, on-highway trucks, and
agriculture equipment. Laboratory
sessions will reinforce and apply
the knowledge learned in the
classroom.
DSLTC-250
HARVESTING EQUIPMENT (6 CR.)
Learn the fundamentals of
agriculture harvesting equipment
service and repair in the field and
shop environment. This course will
be facilitated on a cooperative
basis with LCSC and an employer.
DSLTC-290
DIRECTED STUDY IN DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
(1-6 CR.)
DSLTC-292
DIRECTED SPECIAL PROJECTS (1-6 CR.)
DSLTC-296
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN DIESEL
TECHNOLOGY (6 CR.) |