Diesel Technology (DIES)

Diesel Fundamentals
DIES 111 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Prerequisite: CAP 42 (grade of "C" or higher) or placement into Math level 10, and eligibility for ENGL 99.

Introduction to diesel engine construction and principles of operation. Basics of physics and engineering as related to operation of diesel engines. Basic shop tools and safety. [GE]

Diesel Procedures
DIES 112 10 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture / 10.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: CAP 42 (grade of "C" or higher) or placement into Math level 10, and eligibility for ENGL 99.

Disassembly, inspection, assembly, and adjustment of various diesel engines used in highway and off-highway vehicles. [GE][PNP]

Diesel Engines/Fuel Systems
DIES 113 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Prerequisite: DIES 111 and DIES 112 (grades of "C" or higher)

Repair, adjustment and testing procedures for diesel engines, components and systems. Introduction to fuel systems used and electronic controls used on modern diesel engines. [GE]

Diesel Procedures
DIES 114 10 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture / 10.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: DIES 111 and DIES 112 (grades of "C" or higher)

Test, adjust, and diagnostics of engines and maintenance practices. [GE] [PNP]

Drive Trains
DIES 115 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Prerequisite: DIES 113 and DIES 114 (grades of "C" or higher)

Principles of operation and basic construction of drive train components used in on- and off-highway equipment. [GE]

Diesel Procedures
DIES 116 10 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture / 10.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: DIES 113 and DIES 114 (grades of "C" or higher)

Disassembly, inspection, assembly, and adjustments of drive train components. [GE] [PNP]

Basic Electrical
DIES 120 3 Credits/Units

2.0 hours of lecture / 2.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: CAP 42 (grade of "C" or higher) or placement into Math level 10, eligibility for ENGL 99, and concurrent enrollment in DIES 112.

Introduction to basic electrical fundamentals needed by technicians to diagnose and repair vehicle electrical systems. [GE]

Electronic Engine Management Systems
DIES 121 3 Credits/Units

2.0 hours of lecture / 2.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: DIES 120 (grade of "C" or higher), and concurrent enrollment in DIES 114

Introduction to electronic engine management systems and emission technology. [GE]

Electronic Vehicle Control Systems
DIES 122 3 Credits/Units

2.0 hours of lecture / 2.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: DIES 121 (grade "C" or higher), and concurrent enrollment in DIES 116

Introduction to electronic controls used in diesel and heavy equipment. [GE]

Electrical/Electronic Systems
DIES 221 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Prerequisite: CAP 42 (grade of "C" or higher) or placement into Math level 10, and eligibility for ENGL 99.

Charging, starting, lighting, and control circuits and components used on heavy equipment and highway trucks. [GE]

Diesel Procedures
DIES 222 6 Credits/Units

3.0 hours of lecture / 6.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: CAP 42 (grade of "C" or higher) or placement into Math level 10, and eligibility for ENGL 99.

Repair and maintenance of diesel and heavy equipment. Students will participate in customer repair projects. [GE][PNP]

Hydraulic Systems
DIES 223 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Prerequisite: DIES 221 and DIES 222 (grades of "C" or higher)

Theory and principles of operation of mobile hydraulic systems. [GE]

Diesel Procedures
DIES 224 10 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture / 10.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: DIES 221 and DIES 222 (grades of "C" or higher)

Repair and maintenance of diesel and heavy equipment. Students will participate in customer repair projects. [GE][PNP]

Brakes, Steering, and Suspension
DIES 225 5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Prerequisite: DIES 223 and DIES 224 (grades of "C" or higher)

Hydraulic and air brake systems, steering and suspension used on highway trucks, and heavy equipment. [GE]

Diesel Procedures
DIES 226 10 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture / 10.0 hours of lab

Prerequisite: DIES 223 and DIES 224 (grades of "C" or higher)

Repair and maintenance of diesel and heavy equipment. Students will participate in customer repair projects. [GE][PNP]

Selected Topics
DIES 280 1-5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Selected topics in Diesel Technology. Topics vary and course theme and content change to reflect new topics. Because the course varies in content, it is repeatable for credit. Individual topics are listed in the term class schedules. [GE][PNP]

Special Projects
DIES 290 1-5 Credits/Units

5.0 hours of lecture

Opportunity to plan, organize and complete special projects approved by the department. [GE]