COURSE INFORMATION

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Diesel Mechanics Technology(DMT)
Contact the Trade and Industry Department for further information, (760) 744-1150, ext. 2545

Associate in Arts degree requirements, Certificate of Achievement requirements, and Certificate of Proficiency requirements are listed in Section 6 (green pages) of the catalog.

PROGRAM OF STUDY
Diesel Technology       
A.A. Degree Major or Certificate of Achievement Program Requirements & Units
AT 105 - Automotive Electricity - 2 units
AT 160 - Associated Studies in Automotives - 3 units
AT 197 - Topics in Automotive - 3 units
DMT 50 - Introduction to Diesel Mechanics - 3 units
DMT 55 - Heavy-Duty Diesel Tune-Up/Analysis - 3 units
DMT 61 - Diesel Engine Rebuilding I - 3 units
DMT 62 - Diesel Engine Rebuilding II - 3 units
DMT 65 - Air Brake Systems - 3 units
DMT 66 - Truck Transmission and Drive Lines - 3 units
IT 100 - Technical Mathematics - 3 units
Electives (Select 6 units)
AT 125 - Automotive Machining - 3 units
DMT 54 - Heavy-Duty Electricity - 3 units
DMT 56 - Alternative Fuels - 3 units
DMT 70 - Med-Duty Diesel Engine Tune-up - 3 units
DMT 81 - Basic Hydraulics - 3 units
DMT 96 - Special Problems in Diesel Technology - 0.5-3 units
DMT 97 - Diesel Mechanics Tech Workshop - 0.5-3 units
WELD 100 - Welding I - 3 units
CE 100 - Cooperative Education 1,2,3,4
TOTAL UNITS 35

The Diesel Technology A.A. Degree Major or Certificate of Achievement is also listed in ROP Diesel Mechanics Technology.

COURSE OFFERINGS

Courses numbered under 100 are not intended for transfer credit.

DMT 50 Introduction to Diesel Mechanics (3)

6 hours lecture/laboratory

Theory and practice of fundamental skills for the maintenance and operation of basic diesel engines. Topics for study include: basic theory of operation; engine applications; engine lubricating and cooling; intake, exhaust and fuel systems; and electronic control.

DMT 54 Heavy-Duty Electricity (3)

6 hours lecture/laboratory

Note: May be taken 2 times

Heavy-duty electricity systems principles and service. Topics of study include electrical theory, batteries, wiring diagrams, 12V and 24V starters, alternators and electrical troubleshooting, and test equipment.

DMT 55 Heavy-Duty Diesel Tune Up and Engine Analysis (3)

2 hours lecture 4 hours laboratory

Prerequisite: DMT 50

Note: May be taken 2 times

The use of software and diagnostic equipment in performing diesel tune-up. Topics include: theory of operation, tune-up procedures, fuel system function and repair, diagnostic equipment usage, electronic engine controls, mechanical and electronic engine system troubleshooting.

DMT 56 Alternative Fuels (3)

6 hours lecture/laboratory

Recommended preparation: DMT 50

Theory and servicing of alternative fueled engines. Topics for study include various types of fuels, fuel handling and safety procedures, basic principles, regulators and mixers, all system components operation and service, electronic control systems, and emission testing.

DMT 61 Diesel Engine Rebuilding I (3)

6 hours lecture/laboratory

Recommended preparation: DMT 50

Note: May be taken 2 times

Theory and practice in rebuilding diesel engines. Topics for study include disassembly, cleaning, inspection, and analysis of engine parts. Also included are cylinder head service, sleeve and piston service, advanced machining and measuring techniques.

DMT 62 Diesel Engine Rebuilding II (3)

6 hours lecture/laboratory

Recommended preparation: DMT 61

Theory and practice in rebuilding diesel engines. Topics for study include final cleaning, inspection and reassembly of engine parts. Also included are assembly measuring, torque procedures and torque-turn methods used on engine assembly, and engine testing upon completion of assembly.

DMT 65 Air Brake Systems (3)

2 hours lecture 3 hours laboratory

The service and repair of heavy duty hydraulic and air brake systems and their components. Topics of study include brake troubleshooting, complete system repair, anti skid brake system, and related axle services.

DMT 66 Truck Transmission and Drive Lines (3)

2 hours lecture 3 hours laboratory

Service and repair of heavy duty truck drive lines. Topics for study include the disassembly, inspection and reassembly of single and multiple disc clutches, four to fifteen speed transmissions, universal joints, and differentials.

DMT 70 Medium Duty Diesel Engine Tune Up (3)

2 hours lecture 4 hours laboratory

Note: May be taken 2 times

The use of diesel tune up and diagnostic equipment. Topics include: fuel systems; compression testing; fuel pump and injection timing; troubleshooting procedures; alternators, regulators, and starting systems.

DMT 81 Basic Hydraulics (3)

2 hours lecture-3 hours laboratory

Note: May be taken 2 times

Basic hydraulic system principles and service. Topics of study include hydraulic theory, safety requirements, hydraulic diagrams and ISO symbols, component operation, service and repair troubleshooting, and test equipment usage.

DMT 96 Special Problems in Diesel Technology (.5-3)

Units awarded in topics courses are dependent upon the number of hours required of the student. Any combination of lecture, laboratory, or lecture/laboratory may be scheduled by the department. Refer to Class Schedule.

Prerequisite: DMT 50

Note: May be taken 4 times

A special study in topics in the area of interest to diesel mechanics, generally research in nature. The content to be determined by the need of the student under a signed contract with the instructor.

DMT 97 Diesel Mechanics Technology Workshop (.5-3)

Units awarded in topics courses are dependent upon the number of hours required of the student. Any combination of lecture, laboratory, or lecture/laboratory may be scheduled by the department. Refer to Class Schedule.

Note: May be taken 4 times

A special selection of topics specific in nature. The contents will vary depending on specific needs of the students and community.

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AT 105 Automotive Electricity (2)
4 hours lecture/laboratory
Auto electrical systems including A.C. generators, batteries, solid state starters,
wiring diagrams, and/or electrical troubleshooting that includes solid state and
low voltage low amperage systems.

AT 125 Automotive Machining (3)
6 hours lecture/laboratory
The various testing and machining operations involved in an automotive machine
shop. Areas covered include cylinder head service and repair, pin fitting, cylinder
boring, milling, align boring, and various other automotive machining and measuring
techniques.

AT 160 Associated Studies in Automotives (3)
3 hours lecture
Note: May be taken 4 times
Applied science and technology as related to the automotive field. Areas covered
include metrics, Ohms Law and electron theory, metal alloys and their properties
and uses, thermal expansion, gas laws, limits and fits, and friction and torque.

AT 197 Topics in Automotive (.5-3)
Units awarded in topics courses are dependent upon the number of hours required
of the student. Any combination of lecture, laboratory, or lecture/laboratory
may be scheduled by the department. Refer to Class Schedule.
Note: May be taken 4 times
Topics in automotive technology. See Class Schedule for the specific topic offered.
Course title will designate subject covered.

CE 100 Cooperative Education (1,2,3,4)
1, 2, 3, or 4 hours lecture
Transfer acceptability: CSU
Supervised on the job training for all occupational students.

IT 197 Industrial Technology Topics (.5-4)
Units awarded in topics courses are dependent upon the number of hours required
of the student. Any combination of lecture, laboratory, or lecture/laboratory
may be scheduled by the department. Refer to Class Schedule.
Note: May be taken 4 times
Topics in Industrial Technology. See class schedule for specific topic covered.
Course title will designate subject covered.

WELD 100 Welding I (3)
2 hours lecture-4 hours laboratory
Note: May be taken 2 times
Transfer acceptability: CSU
Introduction to safe practices, setup, and operation of oxyfuel cutting and brazing,
shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux core arc welding, and
gas metal arc welding.

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