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DIESEL ENGINES - COURSES OFFERED

DSL 100 Introductions to Diesel Engines (3)
This course is designed to introduce the theory and operation of two and four cycle diesel engines. Instruction will include shop safety procedures, history of diesel, fundamentals, and basic operations and maintenance of two stroke and four stroke engines. The course will review the different usages of the diesel engine. Basic tools and diesel engine designs will also be covered. (Note: 3 lecture credits)
 
DSL 150 Brakes, Air (Pneumatic) & Hydraulic Systems (3)
Prerequisite: DSL 100
This course will cover classroom instruction and laboratory training covering air and hydraulic brake systems, components, and truck systems. Instruction in air brakes will include troubleshooting and repair problems in the system, proper brake adjustments, and system testing. Safety when working with compressed air and spring brake chambers. Instruction in hydraulic brakes will also include machining brake drums and brake discs. (Note: 2 lecture credits, 1 lab credit)
 
DSL 160 Heavy Duty Electrical/Electronic Systems (5)
Prerequisite: DISL 100
This course will include classroom instruction and laboratory training covering the purpose, design, theory, and operating principles of electrical systems of a diesel engine. Special emphasis will be placed on developing the skills required to test, service, and repair electrical components and associated systems on heavy-duty trucks. (Note: 3 lecture credits, 2 lab credits)
 
DSL 162 Diesel Fuel Injection and Computerized Systems (5)
Prerequisite: DISL 160
This course will include classroom instruction and laboratory training covering the purpose, theory, and operating principles of fuel injection systems. Special emphasis will be placed on developing the skills required to test, service, and repair fuel injection components and diesel computerized engine controls. (Note: 3 lecture credits, 2 lab credits)
 
DSL 200 Small to Medium (Compact) Diesel Engines (5)
Prerequisite: DISL 100
This course is an introduction to compact and automotive diesel engines. Topics of theory, operation, service, diagnosis, and troubleshooting of compact diesel engines and how these engines are used in the automobile and a variety of light duty equipment’s. (Note: 2 lecture credits, 3 lab credits)
 
DSL 250 Heavy Duty Diesel Engines (5)
Prerequisite: DISL 100
This course will cover the theory and operation of two and four cycle diesel engines used in heavy-duty trucks and equipment. Instruction will include engine disassembly and assembly, maintenance, and repair of both type engines. Cooling systems, air and exhaust systems, starting systems as well as turbo charging systems will also be covered. (Note: 2 lecture credits, 3 lab credits)