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KEC Course Title: DIESEL POWER / HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY 2 (18402A001)

Class Location: Kishwaukee College - Caukin Building

High School Credits Available: 2 College Credits Available: 7

Dual Credit Course Info: DPT172 - Basic Engine Overhaul (4)
● Dual credit through Kishwaukee College DPT177 - Intro to Diesels (3)

Certification(s):

Days/Sessions/Semesters: ● Classes held daily, Monday-Friday.
● Potential KEC sessions available - 3
● Semester(s) - 1 and 2

Prerequisite / Minimum Competency Successful completion of Diesel Power / Heavy Equipment
Required: Technology 1

Additional Requirements / Costs: Textbook / NA
Curriculum:

* All fees and costs are subject to change annually Equipment / Safety Glasses/Goggles
as industry costs rise, however are believed to be
accurate as of the date of document creation. Lab Fees:
Indicated fees are separate from and in addition to
those that may be charged by your sending school. Uniform: Auto Shop Clothing and Shoes/Boots

Miscellaneous: NA

This course offers more laboratory experience working on and maintaining agricultural equipment and an in depth
study of diesel engines, using the skills learned in Diesel 1 class. This includes principles of operation and repair
of four-cycle diesel engines. Students experience the safe use of equipment overhauls. Student disassembles and
reassembles lab engine. Additionally, a detailed study of diesel operating principles and how diesel engines differ
from other types of internal combustion engines; this includes troubleshooting, maintenance, and testing of fuel
pumps, fuel filters, and nozzles. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of fuel filtration, selection, and care in
handling. For safety reasons, students are not allowed to wear shorts, sweatpants or sandals. Students are
required to wear closed toe shoes or boots and blue jeans. Successful completion of this course is the basis for the
Kishwaukee College Diesel Power and Technology Certificate and Associate Degree (A.A.S.) program.

Pathway Components: (for Counselor use)
⬚ 60 hours of Work Based Learning ✅ Dual Credit ⬚ State Licensure
⬚ Career Exploration Activities ⬚ Dual Enrollment ⬚ Team Based Challenges

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