Diesel (DSL) at Germanna Community College
Distance Learning
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- DSL 135 - Introduction to Diesel Technology
- Introduces careers in the diesel repair industry, safety procedures, tools and equipment used in the industry, and component identification. Teaches preventative maintenance inspections (PMI), precision measuring, and the use of electronic databases for service and repair.Credits 3. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
3 credits - DSL 137 - Basic Diesel Engine Systems
- Introduces the theory of operation, design, and components of a modern diesel engine. Provides instruction on modern fuel system components and operation. Presents the design and operation of air induction, lubrication, and cooling systems. Demonstrates basic engine diagnostics. Provides preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) T2 Engines certification examination.Credits - 5. Lecture - 4 hours. Laboratory - 2 hours. Total Contact - 6 hours per week.
5 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 145 - Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Preventative Maintenance Inspection
- Presents the process of implementing a preventive maintenance program, the various inspection procedures required by the original equipment manufacturers (OEM), federal regulations, and the process of related documentation. Provides preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) T8 Preventative Maintenance Inspection certification examination.Credits - 3. Lecture - 2 hours. Laboratory - 2 hours. Total Contact - 4 hours per week.
3 credits - DSL 150 - Mobile Hydraulics and Pneumatics
- Introduces the theory, operation and maintenance of hydraulic/pneumatic systems and devices used in mobile applications. Emphasizes the properties of fluid, fluid flow, fluid states and application of Bernoulli's equation.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
3 credits - DSL 153 - Power Trains I
- Focuses on manual, hydrostatic, and heavy-duty automatic transmissions. Examines various types of power trains and their components, such as multidisc clutch, multi-speed transmissions, torques, drive lines, and differentials. Includes disassembly and assembly of various components. Part I of II.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
3 credits - DSL 155 - Heavy Duty Suspension and Service
- Examines suspensions used on heavy-duty trucks and teaches preventative maintenance and service procedures. Includes nomenclature, theory of operation and services, and repair of heavy-duty truck suspension systems including tires and wheels and steering gear and connecting linkage. Provides opportunity for preventative maintenance inspections and service procedures on heavy-duty vehicles.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
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