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Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

DHET 132 Gasoline/Liquid Propane Gas Systems

3 credits
The study of gasoline and liquid propane fueled engines. Combustion processes, engine subsystems maintenance, repair, adjustments. Includes application and installation requirements.

Prerequisites: ENGL 093  (or placement into ENGL 099  or higher) and MATH 087  (or placement into MATH 098  or higher) 

Corequisites: DHET 131 DHET 133 DHET 134 , and DHET 135  

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

  • Follow industry standard safe practices while working on engines
  • Effectively use OEM terminology related specifically to gasoline or LPG engines or subsystems
  • Performeffective gasoline or LPG engine diagnostic procedures
  • Perform effective gasoline or LPG engine removal and installation procedures
  • Perform effective gasoline or LPG engine repair procedures
  • Perform effective gasoline or LPG engine maintenance procedures

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 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 10 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 40