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Course Descriptions - Diesel Technology
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DETROIT DIESEL ELEC CONT
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DIES 093
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Winter |
3.0 Credits
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33 hours of lecture |
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A study of Detroit diesel electronic controls (DDEC). Basic system component functions and identification, proper trouble shooting procedures, use of specialized trouble shooting tools and equipment.
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CUMMINS ENGINES
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DIES 096
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3.0 Credits
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33 hours of lecture |
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Specialized training in Cummins engine theory, troubleshooting, tune-up, maintenance, repair, and safety.
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GENERATOR SETS
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DIES 097
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Spring |
3.0 Credits
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33 hours of lecture |
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Maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of generator sets. Safety and theory of operation.
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CAT ENGINES
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DIES 099
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3.0 Credits
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33 hours of lecture |
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Specialized training in Caterpillar engine theory, tune-up, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and safety.
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DIESEL FUNDAMENTALS
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DIES 111
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Fall |
5.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture |
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Introduction to diesel engine construction and principles of operation. Basics of physics and engineering as related to operation of dieselengines. Basic shop tools and safety. [GE]
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DIESEL PROCEDURES
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DIES 112
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Fall |
10.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture - 110 hours of lab |
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Disassembly, inspection, assembly, and adjustment of various diesel engines used in highway and off-highway vehicles. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 111 recommended. [GE]
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DIESEL ENGINES/FUEL SYST
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DIES 113
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Winter |
5.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture |
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Repair, adjustment and testing procedures for diesel engines, components and systems. Introduction to fuel systems used and electronic controls used on modern diesel engines. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 114 recommended. [GE]
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DIESEL PROCEDURES
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DIES 114
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Winter |
10.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture - 110 hours of lab |
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Test, adjust, and diagnostics of engines and maintenance practices. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 113 recommended. [GE]
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DRIVE TRAINS
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DIES 115
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Spring |
5.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture |
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Principles of operation and basic construction of drive train components used in on- and off-highway equipment. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 116 recommended. [GE]
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DIESEL PROCEDURES
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DIES 116
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Spring |
10.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture - 110 hours of lab |
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Disassembly, inspection, assembly, and adjustments of drive train components. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 115 recommended. [GE]
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
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DIES 118
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Spring |
3.0 Credits
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22 hours of lecture - 22 hours of lab |
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Automobile chassis, suspension assemblies, steering systems, wheel balancing, wheel alignment, steering, geometry, headlight aiming and safety. [GE]
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BASIC ELECTRICAL
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DIES 120
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Fall |
3.0 Credits
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22 hours of lecture - 22 hours of lab |
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Introduction to basic electrical fundamentals needed by technicians to diagnose and repair vehicle electrical systems. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 112.
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ELECTRONIC ENGINE SYS
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DIES 121
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Winter |
3.0 Credits
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22 hours of lecture - 22 hours of lab |
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Introduction to electronic engine management systems and emission technology. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 114. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in DIES 120.
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ELEC VEHICLE CONTROLS
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DIES 122
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Spring |
3.0 Credits
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22 hours of lecture - 22 hours of lab |
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Introduction to electronic controls used in diesel and heavy equipment. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 116. Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or better in DIES 120.
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INDUSTRIAL HYDRAULICS
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DIES 135
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Winter |
3.0 Credits
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33 hours of lecture |
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Hands-on experience in recognizing, using, and troubleshooting hydraulic pumps, valves, motors, filters, hoses, piping, and fittings in hydraulic systems. [GE]
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CO-OP WORK EXP
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DIES 199
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Fall Winter Spring |
5.0 Credits
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0 hours of lecture |
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Supervised work experience in an approved job. Completion of specific learning objectives and employer evaluation. Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, HDEV 195, 198, or 200 required. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructional Unit. [GE]
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
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DIES 221
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Fall |
5.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture |
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Charging, starting, lighting, and control circuits and components used on heavy equipment and highway trucks. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 222 recommended. [GE]
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DIESEL PROCEDURES
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DIES 222
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Fall |
6.0 Credits
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33 hours of lecture - 66 hours of lab |
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Repair and maintenance of diesel and heavy equipment. Students will participate in customer repair projects. Concurrent enrollment in DIES221 recommended. [GE]
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
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DIES 223
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Winter |
5.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture |
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Theory and principles of operation of mobile hydraulic systems. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 224 recommended. [GE]
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DIESEL PROCEDURES
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DIES 224
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Winter |
10.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture - 110 hours of lab |
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Repair and maintenance of diesel and heavy equipment. Students will participate in customer repair projects. Concurrent enrollment in DIES223 recommended. Prerequisite: DIES 222 or consent of Instructional Unit. [GE]
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BRAKES, STEERING, SUSPEN
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DIES 225
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Spring |
5.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture |
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Hydraulic and air brake systems, steering and suspension used on highway trucks, and heavy equipment. Concurrent enrollment in DIES 226 recommended. [GE]
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DIESEL PROCEDURES
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DIES 226
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Spring |
10.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture - 110 hours of lab |
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Repair and maintenance of diesel and heavy equipment. Students will participate in customer repair projects. Concurrent enrollment in DIES225 recommended. Prerequisite: DIES 224 or consent of Instructional Unit. [GE]
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SELECTED TOPICS
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DIES 280
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Summer Fall Winter Spring |
5.0 Credits
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55 hours of lecture |
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The course focuses on selected topics in Diesel. Topics vary, and course theme and content change to reflect new topics. Because the coursevaries in content, it is repeatable for credit for different topics. Individual topics are listed in the quarterly class schedule. [GE]
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SPECIAL PROJECTS
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DIES 290
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Fall Winter Spring |
5.0 Credits
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0 hours of lecture |
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Opportunity to plan, organize and complete special projects approved by the department. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructional Unit required. [GE]
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