Catalog 2019-2020 
    
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Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

DHET 134 Fuel Injection

3 credits
The study of fuel injection systems. Includes operating principles, component identification, maintenance, repair, installation, and application.

Prerequisites: ENGL 093 , MATH 087 , and completion of, or enrollment in, DHET 131 , DHET 132  and DHET 133  

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Follow industry standard safe practices while working with fuel injection systems
  • Describe fuel injection systems operating principles
  • Describe the difference between fuel injection systems operation used by modern engine manufactures
  • Use OEM terminology related to fuel injection systems operation and component identification
  • Perform effective diagnostic procedures used on fuel injection systems
  • Perform effective repair procedures used on fuel injection systems
  • Successfully complete a proficiency exam that meets industry standards

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

  • perform repairs on various diesel vehicles, vehicle components and equipment
  • be prepared to succeed on the ASE certification and OEM certification exams
  • meet minimum competency in eight categories identified as essential for employability: adherence to policy and procedure, technical knowledge, skill application, work planning, quality of work, quantity of work, interpersonal skills, oral and written communication
  • demonstrate advanced skills in: diagnostics, repair and maintenance, electronics, hydraulics, power train, engines, pneumatics, undercarriage, brakes and welding

Total Hours: 50 Lecture Hours: 10 Lab or Clinical Hours: 40