24 courses with the subject HCEM, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
HCEM 1102General Shop Mechanics - Introduction3
Students achieve an understanding of skills needed in the heavy equipment industry. Areas covered are safety, hand power-tools, forklift safety, overhead lifting, fasteners, hydraulic fittings and precision measuring. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate the use of overhead lifting equipment. Safety Orientation. Administer forklift safety training.
Students study then practice Arc and MIG welding procedures used in the heavy equipment industry. Welding training with oxygen acetylene will also be taught along with plasma cutting and carbon air arc procedures. General theory and safety is included in all areas. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate welding safety procedures. Preform weld joints using multiple types of welding equipment. Identify welding electrode types and welding wire. Practice metal cutting procedures using multiple types of metal cutting equipment. Practice welding procedures. Producing multiple weld joints in horizontal and vertical positions. Identify gas cylinders and types.
This is an introduction to electricity as applied to heavy duty equipment covering electronic theory and magnetism. Emphasis is on theory, diagnosis and repair of the following areas: basic starting, charging, lighting, and ignition systems. This course prepares students for heavy duty electronics ( HCEM 1234 ) through classroom instruction and lab practice. Learning Outcomes Identify wire gauge size. Explain and demonstrate Ohm’s Law. Describe basic steps of trouble shooting electrical systems Demonstrate shop safety. Demonstrate use of specialized equipment. Explain direct current electricity. Troubleshoot starting circuits. Explain the fundamentals of magnetism.
Prerequisites HCEM 1102 This course teaches engine tear down, failure analysis, cylinder head repair, minor overhaul, and use of proper precision measuring instruments on engines used in heady equipment field. Focusing on brands such as Cat John Deere, Perkins, and Cummings. This course also includes fundamentals of diesel engine design including study of cylinder head and block, lubrication, air intake, exhaust, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems. Safety, time management, organization, and precision measuring are sressed. Learning Outcomes disassemble diesel engine proper use of hand tools demonstrate shop safety use specialized tooling and equipment demonstrate professionalism assemble diesel engine identify engine types spec. out all engine parts
The student will study Applied Failure Analysis.The course will include basic metallurgy, principles of fractures and principles of wear. The course will discuss how these factors affect the failure of parts as related to the engines, hydraulics andpowertrain components used in the heavy equipment industry.We will do case studies from actual part failures from machines used in the industry. The emphasis of this course is to find the root cause of the failure and prevent the failure from occurrng again.This course is required by both the diploma and the A.A.S. student. Learning Outcomes Identify the root cause of part failures. Develop and demonstrate the ability to explain the root cause of failures to the customer Identify and analyze the seven most common wear types. Identify and analyze three major fracture types. Understand basic metallurgy and how it applies to part failures.
Prerequisites HCEM 1132 This course teaches students heavy duty electronics, diagnostics and repair. Hands on training by the students will enhance their knowledge of equipment electronics. Course work will include electrical schematics, symbols, advanced multi-meter training, testing, troubleshooting and repair of electronic monitoring systems. Computerized engine components are also covered. Learning Outcomes Troubleshoot electronic systems. Explain digital multi-meters readings. Explain electrical monitoring systems. Demonstrate use of diagnostics equipment on computerized engines. Define voltage drop. Identify electrical components. Analyze electrical circuits using digital multi-meters. Analyze and explain electrical schematics. Identify electrical symbols. Demonstrate shop safety practices.
Prerequisites HCEM 1102 , HCEM 1140 This course teaches engine tear down, failure analysis, cylinder head repair/major overhaul, and precision measurement instruments on heavy duty equipment. Focusing on brands such as Cat John Deere, Perkins, and Cummings. This course also includes fundamentals of diesel engine design including study of cylinder head and block, lubrication, air intake, exhaust, electrical, cooling, and fuel systems. Major tear down and measuring are included along with preventive maintenance, major repair, tune u, testing on stationary and mobile diesel engines used in heavy equipment industry. Safety and troubleshooting are stressed. Learning Outcomes demonstrate use of specialized tooling and equipment analyze cylinder bore measurements demonstrate proper torque guidelines demonstrate ability to estimate cost of repairs evaluate crankshaft and bearings analyze cylinder head failures identify engine types perform visual inspection of engine and components demonstrate removal of pistons, rods and rings demonstrate professionalism explain wet sleeve removal and installation techniques evaluate cylinder head(s) demonstrate shop safety write service report(s) demonstrate use of correct service manuals and software use safe work habits explain dry sleeve removal and installation techniques
Prerequisites HCEM 1102 Instruction covers hydraulic and pneumatic brake theory and operation, component identification, application, and general repairs on heavy equipment. Safety and troubleshooting are stressed. Learning Outcomes Inspect brake linings. Exhibit safety procedures. Explain safety procedures. Identify brake fluid. Replace brake shoes. Explain parking brake system and operation. Explain air brake operation. Diagnose brake problems. Identify hydraulic brake components.
This course covers proper service intervals, the importance of maintenance records, the knowledge of all oil classifications, refill capacities, importance of contamination control and proper oil sampling. Learning Outcomes Perform a machine inspection prior to service or machine repair. Demonstrate professionalism. Practice lock out tag out procedures. Properly dispose of fluids Demonstrate industry cleanliness standards. Perform a post work inspection after the machine service or repair is complete Demonstrate a proper oil sampling. Complete an accurate service report.
The student will gain an understanding of the manufacture?s engine and product line with basic fundamentals of the diesel engine. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate competency with the operation of a diesel fuel system. Demonstrate competency with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) service software Demonstrate competence with the different alterations of the after-treatment exhaust systems. Demonstrate competency with electrical and electronic systems.
This is a technical course designed to promote understanding of powershift transmissions used in heavy equipment industry. Theory related to powershift transmissions, torque converters, and manual transmissions. In addition, fundamental principles ofhydraulics, gear ratios, disassembly, assembly and adjustment procedures are covered. Learning Outcomes Explain standard type transmissions. Explain the operation of directional and speed clutches explain planetary gearing perform stall test. Explain planetary transmission power flows and relate powershift transmission operation. Demonstrate use of specialized tools to troubleshoot an electronic transmission. Analyze operation of torque converter and assemble torque converter. Calibrate an electronic transmission. Identify and inspect torque converter components. Identify gear types, describe fluid flows. Identify types of transmission fluids. Test and adjust powertrain pressures, converter, lube, main pressures. Disassemble powershift planetary transmission and assemble planetary powershift transmission. Inspect planetary transmission parts Display shop safety.
This is an introduction to basic hydraulic machine courses. The students will study the principals of hydraulic safety, component identification, machine operation, fluids, and maintenance. Students will use test instruments such as high-pressure gauges and flow meters to troubleshoot and diagnose hydraulic pump efficiency and condition of related system components. System components are disassembled and reassembled, with adjustments made to main and circuit reliefs in accordance with manufacturrs specifications. Learning Outcomes Develop directional control valve operation knowledge. Incorporate hydraulic preventative maintenance procedures. Discuss hydraulic pump efficiency. Solve basic hydraulic system failures. Disassemble and Assemble both hydraulic gear and Vane pumps. Explain pilot operated operation. Describe hydraulic motor operation. Explain gear type and vane type pump operation. Identify hydraulic fluids and hydraulic reservoirs.
Prerequisites HCEM 2135 , HCEM 2177 Students study basic principles of operations, system components, testing procedures, repair techniques and adjustments. Properly translate repairs to instructor. Positive assessment of safe tooling and diagnostic equipment. Learning Outcomes Identify and test hydrostatic drive systems. Explain variable piston pump operation. Change flow meter operation. Troubleshoot a hydrostatic system using a hydraulic schematic. Demonstrate shop safety, cleanliness and organization. Analyze flow checks. Explain control valve operation. Proper use of specialized tools and test instruments. Illustrate hydrostatic drive principles. Disassemble fixed piston motor. Explain charge pump operation.
This course will focus on machine electronics. Reviewing Ohm’s law along with series and parallel circuits. Sensors used in modern electronic systems will be covered including switches, PWM sensors, analog sensors, speed sensors, on/off solenoids, and PWM solenoids. We will cover electrical schematics, how to read them, find part numbers for electrical components and locate pin locations. We will cover repairs and understanding of electrical connectors for varieties such as Deutsch, Sure Seal, ad Tyco/Amp connectors. We will discuss electronic systems fault codes and how to troubleshoot them. We will discuss why we need to calibrate machines and do a live machine recalibration. Identification of main components following OEM specified direcions in removing emissions. Learning Outcomes Locate components on a machine using a schematic. Troubleshoot electrical wiring using voltage drop. Understand Ohm’s law. Identify Deutsch, Sure Seal, and Tyco/amp Connectors Use safe work procedures. Read and interpret electrical schematics Understand how CAN Bus works. Connect diagnostic tooling to OEM machine. Understand series and parallel circuits.
This course breaks down the importance of the maintenance on track drive systems. Providing students with a safe practice in machine blocking, track drive component operation, wear standards, and tooling for track drive repair. Learning Outcomes Explain track drive operation. Remove track frame. Remove and install track type under carriage. Examine component wear. Adjust track tension. Explain final drive operations and components. Demonstrate shop safety. Measure under carriage wear.
This course is designed for students with knowledge of hydraulic flow and pressure. Students learn National Standard Institute symbols used in fluid power diagrams. A technical study provides students with operational knowledge of computer-controlled multiple hydraulic systems. Students troubleshoot and diagnose hydraulic system malfunctions. Learning Outcomes Identify fluid types Disassemble and reassemble a complex hydraulic excavator valve and show oil flows Demonstrate hydraulic knowledge of Machine schematics Identify hydraulic components by name Explain flow compensation and how pumps respond to flow needs Show comprehension of Pressure VS Work Describe hydraulic flow rate versus pressure rates
This course provides students with basic understanding of steering systems used on Mobile Off Road Equipment (MORE) and support vehicles. The course begins with mechanical systems followed by intensive overview of hydraulic assisted systems used by MORE. Students study principles of operation, components, repair procedures, recommendations, and adjustments. Learning Outcomes explain various types of steering systems used in heavy equipment identify steering components check to adjust caster/camber and toe-in demonstrate shop safety use specialized tooling preform testing and adjusting procedures explain abnormal tire wear explain steering booster valve operation
This course is a continuation of Machine Electronics I. The student will do more in depth study of sensors and switches covered in Machine Electronics I. There will also be more troubleshooting of the sensors on actual machines in the lab. The student will be studying more in depth electrical schematics and electrical systems. The student will be using the Cummins Insight computer program to troubleshoot Cummins engines. The student will repair electrical systems on several different brandsof equipment. Learning Outcomes Troubleshoot a machine fault code on a machine in the lab Troubleshoot analog and digital sensors on machines in the lab Use safe work procedures Troubleshoot a Cummins engine using Cummins Insight computer program Repair electrical connectors on actual machines in the lab Perform a calibration on a machine in the lab Troubleshoot electrical problems and bugged machines in the lab Troubleshoot a machine in the lab using an electrical schematic Capture and save screens in Cat ET on a machine in the lab Repair a machine in the lab using voltage drop
This course provides students with operational work load knowledge of many OEM mobile off road equipment differentials. Including standard, limited slip, controlled traction, no spin and locking. Covering the principles of operation, gear ratios, disassembly, assembly and adjustment procedures. Learning Outcomes explain gear ratios remove and install a differential from a machine display shop safety explain differential operation perform all necessary adjustements to a differential disassemble and assemble a differential explain gear ratios
The student will study the operational principals of machine systems such as Air Conditioning, Hydraulics and Powershift Transmissions. Learning Outcomes Demonstrate competency in the operation of an Air Conditioning System. Demonstrate competency in the operation of a Transmission. Demonstrate competency in the operation of a Hydraulic System.
Prerequisites HCEM 2135 Students will be taught how to perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting procedures in order to identify and repair or fully replace faulty components within a climate-controlled cab in a heavy construction equipment. Air conditioning theory will be discussed. Learning Outcomes Diagram freon flow through identification of components. Following from liquid to gas low side and gas to liquid high side of system. Show competent freon reclaiming, vacuum test, and nitrogen charge. Relate proper repair cost and time. Charge a reconditioned A/C system. Identify the dangers of the A/C system specifically how to handle Freon.
