STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to identify basic parts of a diesel engine and match parts with their functions.  Discuss the operation of the diesel engine, distinguish the difference in the diesel engine and the gasoline engine, and explain the basic difference between a four-stroke cycle and a two-stroke cycle engine.  Demonstrate parts identification, service procedures, and work with special equipment such as micrometers, cylinders gauges, electrical testing equipment, and various other necessary tools and equipment.  Competencies will be demonstrated by completing the assignments sheets, chapter questions and unit tests with a minimum of 77 percent

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Introduction

         A.      Diesel verses gas engines

         B.      Diesel engine history

 II.     Shop Safety

         A.      Safety notices

         B.      Personal Safety

         C.      Shop Safety Rules

         D.      Fire prevention

 III.    Tools, Precision Tools, and Fasteners

 IV.     Principles of Operation

         A.      Major Engine Components

         B.      Diesel Engine Classifications

         C.      Combustion Chamber Designs

         D.      Engine Performance Terms and Formulas

         E.      Horsepower and torque

 V.      Engine Blocks

 VI.     Crankshafts

         A.      Diesel Crankshafts

         B.      Bearing Inspection

 VII.    Pistons, Rings, and Connecting Rods

         A.      Diesel Pistons

         B.      Piston Rings

         C.      Piston Pins

         D.      Connecting Rods

 VIII.   Cylinder Heads

         A.      Cylinder heads

         B.      Valves

 IX.     Camshaft and Valve train Components

         A.      Operating Mechanisms

         B.      Inspection and Service

         C.      Valve Train Assembly

 X       Lubrication Systems

 XI.     Cooling Systems

 XII.    Air Intake Systems

 XIII.   Exhaust Systems