- DSL 121 - Diesel Engines I
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Studies the basic principles involved in the construction and operation of diesel engines. Examines fuel, air, cooling, and control system of various designs. Emphasizes engine overhaul and repair, including gauging proper measuring instruments and tools for these tasks. Part I of II.
Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8-9 hours per week.
5-6 credits
- DSL 122 - Diesel Engines II
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Studies the basic principles involved in the construction and operation of diesel engines. Examines fuel, air, cooling, and control system of various designs. Emphasizes engine overhaul and repair, including gauging proper measuring instruments and tools for these tasks. Part II of II.
Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8-9 hours per week.
5-6 credits
- DSL 133 - Diesel Fuel and Injection System
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Studies the design, operation, care, and repair of fuel injection systems used on a variety of diesel engines. Includes testing and reconditioning fuel injectors, nozzles, fuel pumps, and transfer pumps. Teaches use of calibrating and reconditioning in equipment. Emphasizes care and cleanliness in troubleshooting the fuel system.
Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 4-6 hours. Total 6-9 hours per week.
5-6 credits
- DSL 143 - Diesel Truck Electrical Systems
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Studies the theory and operation of various truck and tractor electrical systems. Covers preheating, starting, generating, and lighting systems. Uses modern test equipment for measurement, adjustment, and troubleshooting.
Lecture 2 hours per week. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits
- DSL 152 - Diesel Power Trains, Chassis, and Suspension
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Studies the chassis, suspension, steering and brake systems found on medium and heavy-duty diesel trucks. Covers construction features, operating principles and service procedures for such power train components as clutches, multi-speed transmissions, propeller shafts, and rear axles. Teaches operations of modern equipment to correct and adjust abnormalities.
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
4 credits
- DSL 161 - Air Brake Systems I
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Studies the basic operational theory of pneumatic and air brake systems used in public transportation vehicles. Covers various air control valves, air and test system components, and advanced air system schematics. Part I of II.
Lecture 2 hours per week.
2 credits
- DSL 193 - Studies In
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Covers new content not covered in existing courses in the discipline. Allows instuctor to explore content and instructional methods to assess the course's viability as a permanent offering.
Variable hours per week.
1-5 credits
