Diesel/Clean Diesel Technology (DCDT) Courses
DCDT 100 Diesel Technology Basics
- Units:4
- Hours:72 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course introduces diesel technology. Topics include shop safety, hazardous waste handling and disposal, and engine components and their function.
DCDT 101 Diesel Preventive Maintenance
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course presents theoretical and practical training for entry-level diesel technicians. It covers the basic diesel diagnosis and service procedures used in diesel shops. Projects performed in a diesel shop environment provide hands-on experience with industry shop tools. Topics include shop service operations that meet the diesel industry standards, safety, electrical, and other general diesel procedures.
DCDT 102 Biodiesel Fuel and Fuel Systems
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the chemistry, production, and impact of biodiesel technology. It also covers how to convert vehicle fuel systems to biodiesel and how this process affects warranties.
DCDT 103 Clean Diesel Systems
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course provides a complete overview of the clean diesel engine system. Topics include fuel injection systems and diesel electronic control systems.
DCDT 104 Clean Diesel Rebuild, Retrofit, Repower, Retire
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers clean diesel rebuilding, repowering, retrofitting, and retiring of equipment decisions. Topics include inspection, rebuilding, replacement, and retirement of diesel systems and components.
DCDT 107 Hybrid Diesel Power Trains
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers diesel hybrid powertrains found in current hybrid technology. Topics include basic diesel hybrid powertrains, hybrid power modes, and power electronic carriers.
DCDT 108 Hybrid Diesel High Voltage Systems
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers high voltage power systems on diesel hybrid powered vehicles. Topics include high voltage main component identification and inspection, inspection of high voltage cables, testing, re-use, and end-of-service decisions.
DCDT 109 Hybrid Diesel Component Application
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers testing and replacement of diesel hybrid components. Topics include electronic shifting theory and diesel hybrid component application.
DCDT 110 Diesel Engine Repair
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the principles, operation, and diagnosis of diesel engines. Topics include basic engine operation and construction, parts identification and location, engine disassembly procedures, engine diagnosis, engine repair and rebuilding procedures, and engine reassembly procedures.
DCDT 111 Clean Natural Gas Engine Repair
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course introduces clean natural gas engine repair. Topics include engine application and principles of engine operation, disassembly and reassembly of engine components and systems, and various engine systems as they relate to clean natural gas engines.
DCDT 112 Clean Diesel Retrofit
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the diesel engine retrofit needs for older diesel engines. Topics include troubleshooting, fault codes, welding, and diesel particulate filter systems.
DCDT 113 Diesel Hybrid Motor Generators
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers diesel hybrid motor/generators found in current hybrid technologies. Topics include basic diesel hybrid motor/generators, hybrid power modes, and power electronic components.
DCDT 120 Basic Hydraulic Principles of Diesel Technology
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course introduces basic hydraulic principles and functions of the diesel engine. Topics include hydraulic fundamentals and principles, functions of hydraulic fluids, directional and flow control valves, welding, and machine hydraulic overview.
DCDT 130 Diesel Brake Systems
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the theory, design, adjustment, and repair or overhaul of diesel brake systems and components. Topics include the proper operation of power and hand devices used in the servicing of diesel brake systems and components.
DCDT 131 Diesel Suspensions
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course is an introduction to advanced principles and service of diesel suspension and steering systems. Topics include alignment of equipment, alignment procedures, and the diagnosis and repair of diesel suspension components.
DCDT 140 Diesel Electrical Systems
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the principles, operation, and diagnosis of diesel electrical systems. Topics include fundamentals of electricity, electrical circuits, battery operation, fundamentals of magnetism, charging systems, starting systems, and electrical schematics.
DCDT 142 Diesel Emission Control Systems
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the emission control system of the diesel engine. Topics include performing maintenance and emissions control within the emission limits.
DCDT 150 Diesel Power Trains
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the diesel power train. Topics include inspection and adjustment of clutch linkage, flywheel, and replacement of clutch brakes.
DCDT 162 Clean Diesel Software Support
- Units:4
- Hours:72 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the skills needed to adequately retrieve and apply system information using Internet-based technical manuals specifically geared toward diesel tractor emission control systems.
DCDT 163 Industrial Software and Systems
- Units:4
- Hours:72 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the skills needed to adequately retrieve and apply Cummins INSITE and Eaton diesel engine information using Internet-based technical manuals specifically geared toward diesel tractor emission control systems.
DCDT 180 Industrial Fabrication I
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers the various processes of welding in transportation and industrial repairs using metal inert gas (MIG) and tungsten inert gas (TIG). Topics include proper safety procedures pertaining to the fabrication of metallic and nonmetallic materials, metallic and nonmetallic fabrication techniques, and various metals and plastics used in fabrication.
DCDT 181 Industrial Fabrication II
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers fabrication which involves cutting, altering, and shaping steel or other materials through the use of different tools, techniques, and processes. Topics include hot-gas and airless fabrication techniques, vehicle frames in relation to fabrication, tack welding, and filler material.
DCDT 190 Applied Projects in Clean Diesel Technology
- Units:2
- Hours:108 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:DCDT 101, 110, 120, 130, 140, or 150 with a grade of "C" or better
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course provides opportunities to pursue advanced laboratory projects in all eight of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) for the Medium/Heavy-Duty Technician educational areas. Projects are selected by the Diesel Department.
DCDT 191 Speed and Skill Development
- Units:3
- Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course covers diesel component diagnosis and repair, including electrical, hydraulics, engine, fabrication, and other areas in preparation for competing in the state fair. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.
DCDT 200 Light Duty Diesel/Green Diesel Technology
- Same As:AT 156
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course introduces the diagnosis and repair of light duty diesel vehicles and covers the theory and operation of light duty diesel engines and their fuel delivery systems. Topics include diesel engine characteristics, early mechanical fuel delivery systems, early cylinder head design, and early engine construction. It also covers how to prepare these engines for conversion to green technology, such as low sulfur fuel, biodiesel, and alternative fuels. This course along with DCDT 201 is applicable for the field technician seeking training for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A9 certification and preparation for green technologies.
DCDT 201 Advanced Light Duty Diesel/Green Diesel Technology
- Same As:AT 157
- Units:4
- Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course focuses on late model turbocharged light duty diesel vehicles operating on low sulfur, biodiesel, or alternative fuels. Topics include computer controlled injection, emission control systems, sensors, actuators, computer modules, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) systems, particulate traps, selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, and lean oxides of nitrogen (NOx) traps. It covers diagnosis and repair of these systems using computer diagnostic equipment to meet state emission compliance. This course along with DCDT 200 is applicable for the field technician seeking training for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A9 certification and preparation for green technologies.
DCDT 280 Professionalism in the Industry
- Units:3
- Hours:45 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course introduces students to the professionalism and soft skills in the heavy duty clean diesel workplace. It provides an in-depth review of skills needed, ranging from applying for jobs, interviewing by panel, professional behavior, proper diesel technology phrases used in the workplace, how to communicate professionally with clients and other employees, and many other topics for the professional diesel technician work etiquette.
DCDT 281 Diesel Shop Operations
- Units:4
- Hours:72 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course introduces operations of dealerships, independent shops, and fleet shops. It emphasizes the various influences that affect the technician's position with the various operations. Topics include service, sales, parts, and financial operations. Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) is also discussed. Field trips to local shops may be required.
DCDT 298 Work Experience in Clean Diesel Technology
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Hours:27 - 216 hours LAB
- Prerequisite:None.
- Enrollment Limitation:Students must be in a paid or unpaid internship, volunteer position, or job related to the clean diesel technology field with a cooperating site supervisor. Students are advised to consult with the Diesel Department faculty to review specific certificate and degree work experience requirements.
- Advisory:Eligible for ENGWR 300 or ESLW 340.
- General Education:AA/AS Area III(b)
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within the clean diesel technology field. It is designed for students interested in work experience and/or internships in associate degree level or certificate occupational programs. Course content includes understanding the application of education to the workforce, completion of Title 5 required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at an approved work site, and developing workplace skills and competencies.
During the semester, the student is required to complete 27 hours of related work experience for 0.5 unit. An additional 27 hours of related work experience is required for each additional 0.5 units. All students are required to attend the first course meeting, a mid-semester meeting, and a final meeting. Additionally, students who have not already successfully completed a Work Experience course will be required to attend weekly orientations while returning participants may meet individually with the instructor as needed. Students may take up to 16 units total across all Work Experience course offerings. This course may be taken up to four times when there are new or expanded learning objectives. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.
DCDT 299 Experimental Offering in Diesel/Clean Diesel Technology
- Units:0.5 - 4
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This is the experimental courses description.
DCDT 1000 ASE Diesel Engines (T2)
- Units:0.25
- Hours:4.5 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course prepares the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Technician for taking the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam for the Diesel Engines T2 certification test.
DCDT 1001 ASE Drive Train (T3)
- Units:0.25
- Hours:4.5 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course prepares the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Technician for taking the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam for the Drive Train T3 certification test.
DCDT 1002 ASE Brakes (T4)
- Units:0.25
- Hours:4.5 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course prepares the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Technician for taking the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam for the Brakes T4 certification test.
DCDT 1003 ASE Suspension & Steering (T5)
- Units:0.25
- Hours:4.5 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course prepares the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Technician for taking the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam for the Suspension and Steering T5 certification test.
DCDT 1004 ASE Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6)
- Units:0.25
- Hours:4.5 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course prepares the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Technician for taking the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam for the Electrical/Electronic Systems T6 certification test.
DCDT 1005 ASE Industrial Refrigeration Systems (T7)
- Units:0.25
- Hours:4.5 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course prepares the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Technician for taking the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam for the Industrial Refrigeration Systems T7 certification test.
DCDT 1006 ASE Preventive Maintenance Inspection (T8)
- Units:0.25
- Hours:4.5 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course prepares the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Technician for taking the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam for the Preventive Maintenance T8 certification test.
DCDT 1007 ASE Light Vehicle Diesel Engines (A9)
- Units:0.25
- Hours:4.5 hours LEC
- Prerequisite:None.
- Catalog Date:August 1, 2024
This course prepares the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Technician for taking the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Exam for the Light Vehicle Diesel Engine A9 certification test.
