DS 232 - Heavy Equipment Fuel Systems

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): DS 131

Course Description: Develops skills and knowledge for working with diesel fuel injection, turbo chargers, super chargers, gasoline, and alternative fuel systems. Includes hands-on experience in the servicing and rebuilding of components in each system.

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Describe diesel fuel injection functions and explain how they relate to engine operation and performance.
CLO#2: Troubleshoot, evaluate and repair diesel fuel injection systems. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#3: Identify and explain the path of flow for today’s common fuel systems.
CLO#4: Explain and recall the differences between the fuel system used in today’s heavy-duty trucks.
CLO#5: Perform fuel system adjustments and routine checks and services.
CLO#6: Research and locate repair literature. (ILO: Information Literacy)