Course Descriptions
DHET-54 Diesel Engine Theory
(4 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU Study of two-stroke and
four-stroke diesel engine theory, including design, engine
overhaul, rebuild processes, and procedures and support
component repair. Major manufacturer’s engines will be
covered.
DHET-59 Diesel Fuel Systems
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU Discussion and practice
on the operation of the fuel systems used on modern diesel
engines with emphasis on the systems used on compression
ignition engines. Types covered are common rail, distributor,
multiple plunger, and electronic. The economics of system
selection, reliability, design performance, power efficiency, and
emissions reduction will be discussed.
DHET-63 Gear Theory and Transmissions
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU Lecture and hands-on
experience with gear design and theory of operation used in
mechanical and powershift transmissions. Also, the course will
cover lubrication and powerflow of transmissions produced
by Eaton/Fuller, Spicer, Caterpillar and Allison.
DHET-64 Gear Theory and Rear Differentials
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU A study of gear design
lubrication and power flow of differentials produced by major
manufacturers.
DHET-66 Diesel Engine Performance and Analysis
(4 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU Familiarizes students with
engine models, changes in operation, tune-up, and theory and
the use of the dynameter, hand-held instruments and gauges
for engine analysis and performance.
DHET-69 Heavy Equipment Machine Practices
(2.5 units lecture/lab) Grade Only CSU A course to familiarize
the student with specialized machine practices used in the
mechanic field for reconditioning blocks, cylinder heads, rods
and crankshafts.
DHET-149 Truck Maintenance and Compliance
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only A study of truck and equipment
maintenance, repair, and modification. Students will learn
how to fill out maintenance records to industry standards.
DHET-150 Power Assisted Brakes
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only Theory, operation, and
maintenance of vacuum, air, and combination braking
systems. Electronic controlled and anti-lock brakes will be
discussed.
DHET-153 Truck and Equipment Maintenance
(4 units lecture/lab) Grade Only Covers truck and equipment
repair and modification. Students will carry out major repair
projects involving drive systems, suspension systems, frames
and load carrying systems. Emphasis on truck and equipment
modifications to fit the vehicle’s job requirements.
DHET-166 Theory and Operation of Agricultural Equipment
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only A study of traditional farming
equipment from basic to high-tech agriculture equipment.
Discussion, practices, and presentation on appropriateness
and economics.
DHET-167 Hydraulics and Pneumatics Equipment
(3 units lecture/lab) Grade Only Theory and application of fluid
and air as used in industry. Topics and procedures covered
are the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of pumps,
motors, valves, and cylinders. Students will gain a working
knowledge of formulas used in hydraulics and leverage
factors.
DHET-168 Introduction to the Transportation Industry
(2 units lecture) Grade Only This course is an introduction to
the transportation industry, involving an overview of jobs
including mechanics, sales, parts, and management. Topics
include metric conversions, service and parts manuals,
microfiche, laws and ordinances, records, ethics, work habits
and resume writing.
DHET-180 New Generation Diesel Engines
(1 unit lecture/lab) Grade Only This course is designed to
familiarize students with engine models and changes in
operation, tune-up and theory. The Cat, Cummins, and Detroit
engines will be studied. Time will also be spent understanding
engine brakes and their modifications to fit new style engines.
Speakers from industry will be used to bring field experience
to the class.
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