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KEC Course Title: DIESEL POWER / HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY 1
(20102A001/20107A001)

Class Location: Kishwaukee College - Caukin Building

High School Credits Available: 2 College Credits Available: 5

Dual Credit Course Info: DPT175 - Intro to Tool Safety and Usage (2)
● Dual credit through Kishwaukee College DPT199 - Small Engine Maintenance and Repair (3)

Certification(s):

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

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 an introduction to the theory, operation, maintenance, and repair of all common two- and
four-cycle small engines (less than 35hp). Students learn engine overhaul procedures, hydrostatic transmission,
transaxle, and differential repair. Also covered are tools and shop equipment commonly used by diesel technicians
in the repair industry. Over 35 tools and pieces of equipment will be covered including: hand tools, air tools,
precision measuring tools, lifting equipment, and engine rebuilding tools. Emphasis will be placed on safe usage
to minimize personal injury and physical damage. This course offers classroom and laboratory instruction. In the
lab agricultural equipment and machinery will be repaired to demonstrate tool usage and common repair
techniques. 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 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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