DHM — Diesel Mechanics

This course covers the basic study of diesel engine design and operating principles.

This course is a study of heavy vehicle systems with emphasis on preventive maintenance, problem diagnosis, and repair procedures.

This course is a study of diesel engine tune-up principles and practices. Students will explore ways to minimize overall operational costs, as well as the use of aftermarket add-on equipment such as performance electronic computer chips, high output turbochargers, and custom exhaust installation.

This course provides instruction and lab experience in shop safety, shop operations and how to obtain caterpillar service information.

This course is an introduction to basic theory and practical application of diagnostic testing equipment in trouble-shooting procedures. Content includes the study of diagnostic software and generic diagnostic readers for all major engine manufacturers.

This course is a basic study of diesel engine fuel systems including pumps, governors, and injectors.

This course is a study of various transmissions, torque converters, and differentials used in caterpillar equipment, including constant mesh, sliding gear, hydrostatic,and synchromesh and newer transmissions involving planetaries.

This course is the study of shop layout, vehicle lifts, basic hand tools, special tools and equipment, precision measuring tools, and vehicle repair information systems.

This course is a study of basic electrical theory as applied to truck and heavy equipment batteries, starters, and alternators.

This course covers the practical application of diesel engine repair, including engine disassembly, unit repair, reassembly, and testing.

This course is a study of diesel air conditioning theory, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair procedures.

This course is an introduction to engine heating and cooling systems used in modern trucks. Various truck and heavy equipment air conditioning systems are explored.

This course is a study of air compressors, valves, electrical controls and brake designs

This course is a study of the theory, application, testing, and repair of diesel and heavy equipment hydraulic systems.

This course covers advanced electrical/electronic controls for diesel trucks and heavy equipment. Troubleshooting and repair techniques are included.

This course is a study of the hybridization of conventional propulsion systems along with the development of battery electric vehicles and their propulsion systems. Parameters of various battery technologies will be addressed.