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HET

8 courses with the subject HET, 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.

HET 110Diesel Engines6
Subject
HET
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 General Catalog
Source
catalog.jamessprunt.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None This course introduces theory, design, terminology, and operating adjustments for diesel engines. Emphasis is placed on safety, theory of operation, inspection, measuring, and rebuilding diesel engines according to factory specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to perform precision measurements on engine related components, diagnose problems with, and repair diesel engines.
HET 114Power Trains5
Subject
HET
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 General Catalog
Source
catalog.jamessprunt.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None This course introduces power transmission devices. Topics include function and operation of gears, chains, clutches, planetary gears, drive lines, differentials, and transmissions. Upon completion, students should be able to identify, research specifications, repair, and adjust power train components.
HET 115Electronic Engines3
Subject
HET
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 General Catalog
Source
catalog.jamessprunt.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None This course introduces the principles of electronically controlled diesel engines. Emphasis is placed on testing and adjusting diesel engines in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, test, and calibrate electronically controlled diesel engines.
HET 119Mechanical Transmissions3
Subject
HET
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 General Catalog
Source
catalog.jamessprunt.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None This course introduces the operating principles of mechanical and automated manual medium and heavy duty truck transmissions. Topics include multiple counter shafts, power take-offs, sliding idler clutches, and friction clutches. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, inspect, and repair mechanical and automated manual transmissions.
HET 125Preventive Maintenance2
Subject
HET
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credit Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 General Catalog
Source
catalog.jamessprunt.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None This course introduces preventive maintenance practices used on medium and heavy duty vehicles and rolling assemblies. Topics include preventive maintenance schedules, services, DOT rules and regulations, and road ability. Upon completion, students should be able to set up and follow a preventive maintenance schedule as directed by manufacturers.
HET 128Medium/Heavy Duty Tune Up2
Subject
HET
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 General Catalog
Source
catalog.jamessprunt.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None This course introduces tune-up and troubleshooting according to manufacturers’ specifications. Topics include troubleshooting engine systems, tune-up procedures, and use and care of special test tools and equipment. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair engines and components using appropriate diagnostic equipment.
HET 230Air Brakes2
Subject
HET
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 General Catalog
Source
catalog.jamessprunt.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None This course introduces the operation and design of air braking systems used on trucks. Topics include safety, governors, compressors, brake valves, and supporting systems including ABS. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble air brake systems.
HET 233Suspension and Steering4
Subject
HET
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 General Catalog
Source
catalog.jamessprunt.edu
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None This course introduces the theory and principles of medium and heavy duty steering and suspension systems. Topics include wheel and tire problems, frame members, fifth wheel, bearings, and coupling systems. Upon completion, students should be able to troubleshoot, adjust, and repair suspension including air suspension and steering components on medium and heavy duty vehicles.

Source: James Sprunt Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61