DS 141 - Heavy Equipment Power Trains

4 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): AM 120 or DS 120

Course Description: Studies the principles of operation of heavy transmissions, differentials, and clutches, and provides for hands-on experience in the servicing, inspecting, and rebuilding of them. 

Course Level: Career/Tech Preparatory

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Identify components and theory of operation of power train.
CLO#2: Remove, disassemble, inspect, and install automatic and manual transmissions. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#3: Remove, disassemble, inspect and install differential, driveline and wheel bearing assemblies.
CLO#4: Remove, rebuild, diagnose, reinstall and configure differentials/rear ends.
CLO#5: Perform preventative maintenance on power train components.