DHET 221 Power Trains/Standard

6 credits

The study of clutches, manual transmissions, drivelines, U- joints and differentials. Includes operation, maintenance, disassembly, re-assembly and installation.

Prerequisites: ENGL 093 and MATH 087

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

Follow industry standard safe practices while working with Power Trains/Standards
Disassemble, inspect, install and adjust clutches in accordance to manufacturers specifications
Disassemble, inspect, repair, reassemble, and adjust manual transmissions in accordance to manufacturers specifications
Repair all variations of drive shafts
Disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble, install and adjust differentials in accordance to manufacturers specifications

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: 100 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 20 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 80