DS 257 Diesel Electrical Systems

This course covers technical information and shop projects necessary for the practical application and understanding of theories and principles used in the operation, troubleshooting, failure analysis, and repair of diesel electrical systems. This includes the following technical information and shop projects to understand and apply theories and principles: introduction to electrical fundamentals and safety; vehicle system components; batteries and battery banks; alternators and charging systems; starters and starting systems; electrical circuits; switches; relays; solenoids; lighting; electrical accessories; electronic control systems; schematics; wiring harnesses and HVAC systems as they are used on heavy duty trucks and equipment.

Credits

1-12

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate customer relations’ skills
2. Explain environmental awareness in the proper handling of petroleum products and related materials used to perform service and repair in the commercial transportation truck and heavy equipment industry
3. Identify and demonstrate the principles and operation of Electrical Systems, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems
4. Perform service and repair procedures on vehicles according to industry standards as they are used in the commercial transportation truck and heavy equipment industry
5. Demonstrate basic math skills using formulas to determine the following: Electrical system circuit quantities, volts, amps and ohms