Diesel Mechanic

Unit 1:

Introduction to Diesel Mechanics

Students will learn the basic skills and safety requirements of becoming a diesel mechanic. 

Unit 2: 

Electrical Systems

Students will learn to accurately troubleshoot electrical/electronic systems.

Unit 3:

Diesel Engines

Students will be able to identify, inspect, determine the action, and perform the procedure as it pertains to diesel engine repairs. 

Unit 4:

Brake Systems

Students will be able to identify and inspect truck brake systems and steering/suspension components. 

Unit 5:

Steering and Suspension 

Students will examine the brakes and steering/suspension components on trucks.

Unit 6:

Mobile HVAC

This unit covers the principals, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC). 

Unit 7:

Cab

Students will be able to identify and describe the various components and systems of the cab in a diesel truck, including the controls, gauges, and displays 

Unit 8:

Hydraulics

Students will be able to explain how a diesel engine’s hydraulic system works and how different components interact to produce the necessary pressure and flow for the engine to operate. 

Unit 9:

Drive Train

Students will cover the basic concepts of drive trains, including types of drive trains, power transmission, and torque. 

Unit 10:

Preventative Maintenance 

This unit will teach high school students the fundamental principles of preventative maintenance and how to apply these practices in real-world diesel engine maintenance. 

Unit 11:

Welding and Fabrication

This unit will introduce students to the fundamentals of welding and fabrication. Students will learn the basic principles of metalworking, including how to join pieces of metal together using various welding techniques. The course will also cover basic fabrication techniques, such as cutting, bending, and shaping metal to create various structures and objects.