This course covers the techniques used by heavy duty truck industries to diagnose and repair compression pressure combustion designed, four stroke and two stroke diesel fueled engines. Instruction will cover diesel engine design and operation, diesel fuel systems, air induction systems, heavy duty electrical, and introduction to electronic fuel control with emphasis on engine overhaul. This course explores the design and construction of electric vehicles for transportation. The gas to electric conversion process will be studied. This class addresses the advantages and disadvantages of electric and hybrid vehicles, specialized driving techniques and electric vehicle safety.
Course includes the construction of a mini electric vehicle.
This course covers techniques used by the automotive industry to diagnose and repair fuel and ignition systems. Topics will cover the diagnosis and repair of conventional and electronic ignition systems, fuel systems, and introduction to automotive computers. This course covers techniques used by the Automotive Industry to perform routine preventative maintenance. Instruction will cover changing automotive fluids, lubrication, safety inspections, installing filters and ignition components. This course covers techniques used by the Automotive Industry to perform duties of a tire technician.