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Provides instruction in the theory of operation, components, and the major operating systems of diesel engines. Topics include: two and four-cycle diesel engine theory, engine components, fuel systems, intake and exhaust systems, lubrication systems, and cooling systems.
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Two and Four-Cycle Diesel Engine Theory |
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4 |
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Engine Components |
D. Lab |
2 |
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Fuel Systems |
P. Lab/O.B.I. |
0 |
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Intake and Exhaust Systems |
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5 |
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Lubrication Systems |
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Cooling Systems |
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Program admission |
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Prerequisite/Corequisite: |
ADM 101 |
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Course Guide |
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Competency |
After completing this
section, the student will: |
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D.Lab |
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TWO- AND FOUR-CYCLE DIESEL
ENGINE THEORY |
20 |
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Safety |
Discuss safety rules and procedures concerning diesel engine systems. |
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Two-cycle theory of operation |
Describe the two-stroke cycle engine theory sequence of events. |
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Four-cycle theory of operation |
Describe the four-stroke cycle engine theory sequence of events. |
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Explain the four-stroke cycle engine operation. |
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ENGINE COMPONENTS
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4 |
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Major components identification |
Name the major components of a diesel engine. |
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Operation |
Explain the function of the major components in diesel engine operation. |
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Explain the function of the major components in diesel engine operation. |
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Demonstrate the function of the major components in a diesel engine operation. |
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FUEL SYSTEMS
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4 |
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Theory of operation |
Explain the fuel system theory of operation. |
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Parts and their functions |
Name the parts of the fuel system. |
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Describe the function of the parts in a fuel system operation. |
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Demonstrate the function of the parts in a fuel system operation. |
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INTAKE AND EXHAUST SYSTEMS |
4 |
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Theory of operation |
Explain the operation of the intake and exhaust system. |
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Components identification |
Name the components of the intake system. Name the components of the exhaust system. |
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Function |
Demonstrate the function of the intake and exhaust system components in an intake and exhaust system operation. |
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LUBRICATION SYSTEMS |
4 |
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Theory of operation |
Explain the lubrication system theory of operation. |
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Parts identification |
Name the parts of the lubrication system. |
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Functions |
Describe the function of the parts. |
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Demonstrate the function of the parts in a lubrication system operation. |
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COOLING SYSTEMS
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5 |
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Theory of operation |
Explain the cooling system theory of operation. |
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Components identification |
Name the components of the cooling system. |
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Functions |
Describe the function of the components. |
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Demonstrate the function of the parts in a cooling system operation. |
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Suggested Resources |
Deere & Company. (1986). Engines (7th ed.). Moline, IL: Author.
Ford Motor Co., Ford Tractor Operations. (Year). Ford agricultural electrical and hydraulics
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Kates, E. J., & Luck, W. E. (1974). Diesel and high compression gas engines
(3rd ed.). Chicago: Am Technical.
Little, R. L., & Edmondson, G. C. (1982). Diesel mechanics: An introduction. North
Scituate, MA: Breton.
Maleev, V. L. (1954). Diesel engine operation and maintenance: The construction, operation,
maintenance, and repair of modern diesel engines. New York: McGraw-Hill.
Ralbovsky, E. (1985). Automotive diesels. Albany, NY: Delmar.
Schulz, E. J. (1983). Diesel mechanics (2nd ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.
Schulz, E. J. (1983). Workbook for diesel mechanics (2nd ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.
Toboldt, B. (1983). Diesel: Fundamentals, service, repair (rev ed.). South Holland, IL:
Goodheart-Willcox.
Weathers, T., & Hunter, C. C. (1986). Diesel engines for automobiles, small trucks, and small tractors. Reston, VA: Prentice Hall.