Diesel
Area of Study

Diesel Technology

Diesel Heavy Duty Steering & Suspension

TOTAL CREDITS
8
CIP:
470613
BANNER:
DT4
Certificate

Program Requirements

Total Credits 8
Course Number Course Title Credits Details
DPM101DPM1001
Diesel Shop Orientation 2

Focuses on maintaining a safe and clean working heavy duty diesel shop. Emphasis is placed on the proper use and care for hand, electric, air, and hydraulic tools safely. Covers how to clean equipment properly, to handle and dispose of hazardous materials correctly, and to apply mandated regulations. Emphasis is also placed on proper lifting equipment. (1-2)

DPM140DPM1040
Heavy Duty Steering & Suspension I 3

Emphasizes lecture and related lab in the diagnosis and service of heavy duty mechanical and air suspension systems, wheels, tires, and pressure management systems. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-3.5)

DPM240DPM2040
Heavy Duty Steering & Suspension II 3

Covers the diagnosis and service of heavy duty standard and air assisted steering along with chassis and frame alignment. This course meets the Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-3.5)