Diesel Maintenance Technology
HTDM 1014 Preventive Maintenance
4 credits Semester: F/S 1 Lecture/6 Lab Hrs./week
This course provides a fundamental understanding of heavy truck classifications and major components. Students will develop an understanding of the benefits of well-planned preventive maintenance service and of Federal Motor Carrier inspector qualifications, and learn how to prepare the heavy duty truck for cold weather. This course requires the purchase of a tool kit. A lab fee is required.
HTDM 1024 Electrical Systems I
4 credits Semester: F 1 Lecture/6 Lab Hrs./week
This course covers the fundamentals of general electrical systems. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosis, testing, and repair of the batteries, starting system, charging system, and chassis electrical circuits using proper service manual procedures. Students will gain hands-on experience using digital volt/ohm meters (DVOM) and specialized test equipment used for diagnosing electrical/electronic systems problems. A lab fee is required.
HTDM 1034 Brake Systems
4 credits Semester: F 2 Lecture/5.5 Lab Hrs./week
This course focuses on antilock and electronic brake systems. Students will learn the importance of well-functioning brake systems, the operation of the dual-brake circuit, and the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121. A lab fee is required.
HTDM 1044 Electrical Systems II
4 credits Semester: S 1 Lecture/6 Lab Hrs./week
Prerequisite: HTDM 1024 Electrical Systems I with a grade of “C” or better.
Presenting the fundamentals of electronics and computer systems, this course emphasizes the understanding of an integrated circuit and its application in on-board vehicle electronics. The laboratory portion provides students with trouble shooting skills to learn proficiency in performing tests on key electronic components including diodes and transistors. The student will learn to use PC and OEM software to read, diagnose, and reprogram vehicle electronic systems. A lab fee is required.
HTDM 1054 Diesel Engines I
4 credits Semester: F 1 Lecture/6 Lab Hrs./week
Prerequisite: HTDM 1014 Preventive Maintenance with a grade of “C” or better.
This course covers principles and fundamentals of the diesel engine including coolant systems, intake systems, exhaust systems, fuel systems, and engine and brake electronics. The laboratory portion provides handson practice with diagnostic and repair skills. A lab fee is required.
HTDM 1063 HVAC Systems
3 credits Semester: S/Su 1 Lecture/4 Lab Hrs./week
This course covers the theory and operation of vehicle heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Manual and electronic control systems including blower controls and motors, air distribution and a/c operation are covered as well. Students will perform diagnosis, testing, and repair of the HVAC systems using the proper procedures and equipment and learn about Federal and State laws that pertain to refrigerants used in vehicle a/c systems. A lab fee is required.
HTDM 1073 Steering and Suspension
3 credits Semester: F/Su 1 Lecture/4 Lab Hrs./week
This course covers the theory and operations of the various types of steering and suspensions used on highway transportation vehicles. The laboratory portion will provide the student with diagnosis, testing, and repair procedures of the various types of steering and suspension system. A lab fee is required.
HTDM 1084 Powertrain
4 credits Semester: S 2 Lecture/4 Lab Hrs./week
Prerequisite: HTDM 1014 Preventive Maintenance, HTDM 1024 Electrical Systems I with a grade of “C” or better.
This course presents the theory and operation of manual transmissions, automatic transmissions, differentials, power dividers, clutches, and drive shafts. Attention is given to the theory and operation of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic control devices for powertrain components. Students will perform maintenance, adjustments, disassembly, assembly, and installation of heavy duty clutch assemblies, manual transmissions, automatic transmission, differentials, and power dividers. A lab fee is required.
HTDM 1094 Diesel Engines II
4 credits Semester: S 1 Lecture/6 Lab Hrs./week
Prerequisite: HTDM 1054 Diesel Engines with a grade of “C” or better.
A continuation of HTDM 1054 Diesel Engines I, this course covers the disassembly procedures, analysis, and rebuild procedures of the diesel engine. Attention will be given to electronic fuel injection as well as the mechanical fuel injection diagnosis and repair procedures. A lab fee is required.
Marine Technology
MTDL 1003 Shipyard Competency, Safety and Marine Applications
3 credits Semester: F/S 2 Lecture/2 Lab Hrs./week
This course introduces the student to essential tasks and knowledge required to perform safely and successfully aboard watercraft which move cargo barges on inland waterways. Safety of personnel and equipment, knowledge of hazardous materials and unique vessel knowledge and space requirements are included. Key government agency regulations including Shipyard Competent Person requirements will be covered.
MTDL 1023 Plumbing, Hydraulics, and Pipefitting for Marine Applications
3 credits Semester: F/S 1 Lecture/4 Lab Hrs./week
This course introduces hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic plumbing principles in a marine setting. Basic schematic symbols and schematic diagrams and a basic knowledge of fluid power are included. Students will apply learning to a number of marine activities and safely perform tasks required on watercraft. They will troubleshoot malfunctions, create hose connectors, fabricate hoses, read MSDS documents, and understand regulations which are applicable to fluid distribution and handling. They will remove, repair, and replace motorized hydraulic steering systems including couplings, valves, rams, pumps, and steering controls. Operation of shipboard winches and capstans will be introduced.
MTDL 1043 Welding and Fabrication for Marine Applications
3 credits Semester: F/S 1 Lecture/4 Lab Hrs./week
This course introduces the student to fundamentals of Shielded Metal Arc Welding and basics of metal working such as bending and shaping steel, iron, aluminum and alloy materials for use in marine applications. Safety, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), hand tools, and welding inspection will be included. Proficiency with an oxy-acetylene cutting torch is included.
MTDL 1123 Marine Diesel Engines I
3 credits Semester: F/S 1 Lecture/4 Lab Hrs./week
This course covers principles and fundamentals of the diesel engine and demonstrates those principles in watercraft propulsion systems. The laboratory portion provides hands-on practice and diagnosis and repair of diesel engine components. This course introduces and employs ASE standards and adheres to applicable marine diesel guidelines.
MTDL 2003 Marine Electricity, Electronics and Communications
3 credits Semester: F/S 1 Lecture/4 Lab Hrs./week
This course includes the fundamentals of diesel marine electrical systems and applies those fundamentals to watercraft propulsion systems. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosis, testing, and repair of batteries, starting systems, charging systems, and electrical circuits using various service manual procedures. Students will gain hands-on experience using digital volt/ohm meters (DVOM) and specialized test equipment used for diagnosing electrical/electronic system malfunctions. Electrical and electronic communications tools are introduced, and troubleshooting of shipboard components is included.
MTDL 2023 Marine Diesel Engines II
3 credits Semester: F/S 1 Lecture/4 Lab Hrs./week
This course is a continuation of Marine Diesel Engines I and covers the disassembly procedures, analysis, and rebuild procedures of the marine diesel engine. Attention will be given to electronic fuel injection as well as the mechanical fuel injection diagnosis and repair procedures. The laboratory portion provides hands-on practice with diagnostic and repair skills.
