• DSME 1130: Diesel Engine Overhaul Lab

  4.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Hands-on experience overhauling a diesel engine and functions much like a diesel engine repair shop. Students will individually disassemble, inspect, and rebuild at least one diesel engine. Emphasis is placed on component identification, measuring, inspection, analyzing wear, and detecting parts failure. Students are introduced to various methods for cleaning parts using the latest cleaning technology as well as identifying fasteners and using measuring and hand tools. Particular attention is given to attendance, quality of work, productivity
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• DSME 1310: Fluid Power Theory

  4.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Classroom instruction is given in the basic fundamental principles of fluid power. Students will discuss and mathematically calculate the relationships between hydraulic pressure, force, area, and resistance as well as rpm, torque, hydraulic horsepower, energy and heat loss. Covers the theory and operation of hydraulic fluid, reservoir design, filters, pumps, actuators, pressure controls, directional controls, and flow controls. Students will have the opportunity to learn schematic symbols through representations of various types of circuit design representing both closed loop and open center systems in industrial as well as mobile applications. Topics discussed will be pressure compensated systems, hydrostatic drive circuits and system troubleshooting. As the course progresses, students will be introduced to methods of troubleshooting hydraulic systems using a flow meter and pressure gauges. Students will also identify and review hydraulic fittings, hose types, and safety. Prerequisite/Restriction: Completion of or concurrent registration in MATH 0990 or a higher level MATH course. Corequisite: DSME 1330 Corequisite:    DSME 1330
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• DSME 1330: Fluid Power Lab

  4.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Hands-on experience identifying, testing, troubleshooting, and rebuilding various brands of hydraulic components. Students will have the opportunity to use a flow meter and pressure gauges to troubleshoot hydraulic components as well as test different components on a hydraulic test bench. Particular emphasis is placed on component identification, failure analysis and hydraulic fitting identification. Corequisite: DSME 1310 Corequisite:    DSME 1310
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• DSME 1340: Mobile Electrical and Electronics Theory

  5.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Students will study the basic principles of electricity including electron flow in series and parallel circuits, Ohm's law, magnetism and semiconductor devices related to the mobile industry. The theory and operation of a complete vehicle electrical system and its various components will be discussed in a series of sub-systems. These sub-systems include: the battery, starter and starting system, alternator and charging system, gauges and instrument panel, vehicle lighting and accessories, engine electronic sensors, as well as the wiring and connections used in each of these systems. Students have the opportunity to learn schematic symbols by studying the various types of electrical circuits used in mobile equipment. Students will be introduced to different test instruments such as the digital multi-meter and testing techniques unique to each type of equipment will be presented. Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 0990 or a higher level MATH course.
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• DSME 1360: Mobile Electrical and Electronics Lab

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Hands-on experience is given to the student enrolled in DSME 1360. Each individual type of testing equipment is demonstrated as well as techniques given for troubleshooting, servicing and testing electrical systems: Students demonstrate their proficiency using this equipment to test batteries, starters and the starting system, the alternator and charging system, gauges, lights and accessories, engine sensors, as well as the wiring harness and connections used in each of these systems. Particular emphasis is placed on component identification, isolating component failures, and electrical safety procedures for both personal safety as well as preventing electrical system damage.
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• DSME 1500: Professional Vocational Leadership (VICA)

  1.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Supports and facilitates the goals and objectives of Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA). Students will gain skills in the following areas: personal development, service, team building and leadership, workplace skills, and interview skills. Students may participate in regional, state and national competitions. Repeatable for credit
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• DSME 2210: Advanced Diesel Engine Theory

  5.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Continuation of DSME 1110 . Rather than focusing on individual engine components, this course covers engine systems: i.e. lubrication, cooling, intake and exhaust, and fuel systems. Particular attention is given to the theory and operation of the diesel engine combustion process while controlling engine speed and torque through the use of mechanical governors and engine electronics. This course will focus particularly on Cat, Cummins, and Detroit diesel engine electronics and computer software. Prerequisite/Restriction: DSME 1110 ; MATH 0990 or a higher level MATH course.
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• DSME 2230: Advanced Diesel Engine Lab

  5.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Continuation of DSME 1130 . After an engine is rebuilt it will need to be tested on the dynamometer. The dyno provides opportunities for troubleshooting "live" engines. Students will dyno test the engine they rebuilt in DSME 1130 as well as perform timing and tune-up procedures on different models of diesel engines. Students will have the opportunity to use a laptop computer to program diagnose Cat, Cummins, and Detroit diesel electronic engines. Particular attention is given to attendance, quality of work, productivity during class time and the ability to follow detailed written procedures from service manuals. Shop safety is also stressed. Prerequisite/Restriction: DSME 1130
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• DSME 2410: Heavy Duty Chassis and Power Train Theory

  5.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Covers highway truck air systems, foundation brake repair and maintenance, front end, tandem, and trailer axle alignment, heavy duty suspension systems, annual and automatic transmissions, clutches, differentials, and drive lines. Students will calculate drive line angles, gear ratios, and tire size, as well as troubleshoot and analyze tire wear, failures of gears, universal joints, clutches, axles, brakes.
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• DSME 2430: Heavy Duty Chassis and Power Train Lab

  5.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Gives students a hands on opportunity to perform preventive maintenance, inspection, adjustments, and repair to air brakes, suspension systems, clutches, transmissions, differentials, and drive line components used in heavy duty diesel equipment. Students will also do computerized front end and tandem alignment on medium and heavy duty trucks. Particular attention is given to attendance, quality of work, productivity during class time and the ability to follow detailed written procedures from service annuals. Shop safety is also stressed.
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