Diesel (DSL) at Blue Ridge Community College
- DSL 95 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - DSL 121 - Diesel Engines I
- 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 133 - Diesel Fuel and Injection System
- 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
- 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 195 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - DSL 197 - Cooperative Education
- Supervises in on-the-job training for pay in approved business, industrial and service firms, coordinated by the college's cooperative education office. Is applicable to all occupational- technical curricula at the discretion of the college.Credit/work ratio not to exceed 1:5 hours. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits - DSL 199 - Supervised Study
- Assigns problems for independent study incorporating previous instruction and supervised by the instructor.May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.
1-5 credits