| Diesel Course Descriptions
| DSL 121 Diesel Engines I |
6 credits |
| Studies the basic principles involved in the construction
and operation of diesel engines. Examines fuel, air, cooling,
and control systems of various designs. Includes an elementary
study of performance characteristics of diesel engines and fuel
systems. Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 9 hours
per week. |
| DSL 122 Diesel Engines II |
5 credits |
| Continues DSL 121 with emphasis on engine overhaul
and repair, including such jobs as grinding valves, gauging cylinder
wear, removing and replacing cylinder liners, boring cylinders,
replacing and adjusting bearings, gauging proper measuring instruments
and tools for these tasks. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 8 hours
per week. |
| DSL 133 Diesel Fuel and Injection
Systems |
6 credits |
| 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 3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours. Total 9 hours
per week. |
| DSL 143 Diesel Truck Electrical
Systems |
4 credits |
| 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. Laboratory 4 hours. Total 6 hours per week. |
| DSL 152 Diesel Power Trains,
Chassis, and Suspension |
4 credits |
| Studies the chassis, suspension, steering and
brake system 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. |
| DSL 161 Air Brake Systems
I |
2 credits |
| 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. Lecture
2 hours per week. |
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