DS 111 - Basic Electricity Diesel I

3 Credit(s)

Course Description: Introduces the fundamentals of basic electricity, starters and charging systems, the use of test equipment, and troubleshooting techniques. Course required for all entering Diesel Technology students.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Demonstrates industry standard safety policies.
CLO#2: Identify and analyze general electrical circuit systems.
CLO#3: Identify the relationship between voltage, resistance and current.
CLO#4: Identify simple DC circuits.
CLO#5: Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair electrical components. (ILO: Critical Thinking)

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (60) and a standard RCC delivery of (66) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (72) hours per term.