Course Descriptions       ¤ Lewis-Clark State College Catalog   2009-2011

DIESEL TECHNOLOGY
(TECHNICAL AND INDUSTRIAL DIVISION)

Subject Number Min.
Cr.
Max.
Cr.
Description
DSLTC-101 INTRODUCTION TO DIESEL TECHNOLOGY 2   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   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   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   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-210 HYDRAULICS 6   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   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   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   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-290 DIRECTED STUDY IN DIESEL TECHNOLOGY 1 6  
DSLTC-292 DIRECTED SPECIAL PROJECTS 1 6  
DSLTC-296 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN DIESEL 6    
TECHNOLOGY