Diesel Technology

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)

Covers basic electrical theory, circuit designs, wiring methods, multimeter usage, and wiring diagrams including the demonstration of test procedures on electrical circuits. This course meets the Inspection, Maintenance & Minor Repair; Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (IMMR/TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)

Covers the operation, testing, maintenance, repair, and servicing of heavy duty vehicle battery, starting, and charging systems including voltage drop testing and load testing. 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)

Focuses on the various braking systems incorporated in heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment including the diagnosis and service of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical brake components. 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)

Focuses on general service and maintenance procedures for the heavy-duty truck air brake system and related pneumatic components including operational checks, performance testing, and verifying system compliance with regulations to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS No. 121). 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)

Includes diagnosis and repair of heavy duty antilock brake (ABS), automatic traction control (ATC), and electronic stability control (ESC) systems. This course meets Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. (1-2)

Focuses on the appropriate reading strategies to understand technical, vocational and academic texts, manuals, professional journals, and pleasure materials, to complete a task in the workplace, and to comprehend a new process. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement score. (2-0)

Provides a review of general mathematics, introductory algebra, systems of measurements, and methods of solving problems related to skilled trades and general industrial repair. It is designed for students in the repair industry. Topics may include algebra, geometry, graphs, measurement, and conversion between various systems of measurement. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MAT0250 or MAT0300 with a "C" grade or better or appropriate placement scores. (2-0)

Covers the repair, replacement, measurement, and adjustments of components including pumps, control valves, and cylinders. This course meets the Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-3.5)

Focuses on performing inspections and maintenance of heavy duty cab safety systems and accessories. This course meets the Inspection, Maintenance, and Minor Repair (IMMR) program accreditation standards. (1-2)

Covers the basic fundamentals of hydraulics including the inspection, minimum service, and safety considerations. This course meets the Inspection, Maintenance & Minor Repair; Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (IMMR/TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (0.5-1)

Covers the diagnosis and repair of lighting systems found on medium and heavy duty trucks and equipment including inspection and testing of electrical circuits and interfacing through a database with onboard computers. 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)

Covers the diagnosis, service, and repair of heavy duty equipment heating and ventilation systems. This course meets the Inspection, Maintenance & Minor Repair; Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (IMMR/TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)

Covers the diagnosis, service, and repair of heavy duty vehicle air conditioning systems and their components. 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)

Provides a comprehensive study of the theory, operation, diagnosis, and repair of the heavy duty vehicle body, safety electrical systems, and accessories. This course meets the Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (MTST) program accreditation standards. (1-2)

Focuses on the written and oral communication needs of students in vocational and technical fields. Enables the student to practice written, oral, reading, reasoning, and interpersonal communication skills in order to become successful (or to remain successful) in the workplace. (3-0)

Focuses on physics of mechanics, heat, properties of matter, electricity, magnetism, and light as applied in career & technical occupations. (1-2)

Covers the theory and operation of diesel engines with emphasis on cylinder heads, valve train diagnosis, and repair. This course introduces the cooling system’s importance in diagnosis and repair. This course meets 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. (1-5)

Focuses on heavy duty diesel engine and turbo charger cooling systems including coolant identification, circulation, testing, and repair. This course meets Medium/Heavy Truck Service Technology/Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (TST/MTST) program accreditation standards. (1-2)

Covers the theory of operation and repair of fuel injection systems including disassembly, assembly, and service procedures on fuel system components. 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. (1-2)

Covers the theory of operation and repair of diesel engines with emphasis on the cylinder block in big bore engines. This course includes the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of diesel engines. This course meets the Medium/Heavy Truck Master Service Technology (MTST) program accreditation standards. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-5)

Covers the theory of operation and repair of turbochargers, superchargers, intercoolers, various induction and exhaust systems. This course examines factors regulating engine performance failure, and procedures for reclaiming engine performance. Prerequisite: Successful completion of DPM1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)

Explores the essential requirements for starting and operating a business. This course covers basic concepts of business law, marketing, finance and operations. It guides the development of an effective business plan and prepares students to launch and sustain their own businesses. (3-0)

Focuses on drive axles and universal joints of heavy duty trucks and equipment including operation, testing, removal, inspections, and repair of heavy duty drivelines, axles, and differentials. 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)

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)

Covers clutch and transmission problems. The course focuses on clutch and transmission operation, testing removal, rebuilding, inspection, repairing, and replacement. 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)

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)

Introduces interpersonal relations most directly linked to attainment of organizational and individual goals in the business world. Other factors include motivation, career development, and conflict resolution. It explores the importance of effective communication in organizations. Addresses organizational issues such as employee motivation and customer complaints as related to product or service defects. (3-0)

Focuses on the machining processes used to repair or build the automotive engine, using up-to-date machines and equipment to recondition connecting rods, engine blocks, cylinder heads, valves, flywheels, crankshafts, pistons, and also including brake drum and rotor service. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)