20 courses with the subject DTT, 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.
DTT 129Transportation & Safety Certifications2
This course is designed to provide necessary training and practical testing to assist in obtaining certifications for OSHA 10 Automotive Safety, MSHA Mine Safety Training Part 46, PA State Safety Inspections License, and Forklift Safety and Operating License. These certifications will provide students with credentials that employers in the transportation industry seek.
This course covers information on hydraulic and air brake systems. Mechanical foundation, air supply, service system principles, major components, parking brake systems, brake system diagnostics, service to drum brake assemblies, air lines and hoses, brake switches, anti-lock brake principles and service are all a part of this course. High priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are covered. (Co-requisite: DTT- 154) 171
This lab course provides hands-on experience with hydraulic and air brake systems. The course will cover mechanical foundation, air supply, service system principles, major components, parking brake systems, brake system diagnostics, drum brake assembly service, air lines and hoses, brake switches, and anti-lock brake principles and service. The course also focuses on high-priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence). (Co-requisite: DTT-153)
DTT 155Steering and Suspension Systems for Diesel3
This course covers information on steering and suspension systems, theory and principles, independent suspensions, geometric principles, factors affecting wheel alignment, tools and equipment used for steering and suspension, troubleshooting of suspension and steering, wheel bearings service, manual steering and power steering system operation. This lecture on theory will prepare students to take the ASE technician certification test for steering and suspension systems.
This course is designed to teach advanced diagnostic techniques, wire diagram reading with troubleshooting trees, and test equipment used in today’s diesel-powered equipment industries. Students will be exposed to real world electrical and electronic problems. Critical and deductive thinking skills will be used to solve problems through a bottom-up and top-down approach. (Prerequisite: IET-101; Co-requisite: DTT-160)
DTT 160Advanced Electrical Systems for Diesel Lab1
This hands-on lab provides hands-on experience in advanced diagnostic techniques, wire diagram reading with troubleshooting trees, and test equipment used in today’s diesel- powered equipment industries. Students will be exposed to real world electrical and electronic problems. Critical and deductive thinking skills will be used to solve problems through a bottom-up and top-down approach. (Prerequisite: IET-101; Co-requisite: DTT- 159)
This course covers information on the theory and operation of the different types of diesel fuel injection pumps, nozzles and injectors, including current electronic fuel injectors. Fuel system preventive maintenance, troubleshooting diagnostics, injection pump timing and installation procedures, and replacement methods for injectors and nozzles are taught. (Co-
This lab experience includes competency tasks on the diagnosis and service of the different types of diesel fuel injection pumps, nozzles and injectors, including current electronic fuel injectors. In-depth servicing and repair of fuel system preventive maintenance, troubleshooting diagnostics, injection pump timing and installation procedures, and replacement methods for injectors and nozzles are practiced in this lab. High priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are covered. (Co-requisite: DTT- 177)
This course covers information and theory on the operation and approved servicing, troubleshooting, and tune-up procedures on several different current models of diesel engines. (Co-requisite: DTT-180)
This lab includes competency-based tasks on the operation and approved servicing, troubleshooting, and tune-up procedures on several different current models of diesel 172
This course covers the information and theory of heavy-duty truck manual transmissions. New learning experiences include inspection, replacement, servicing, rebuild procedures, proper diagnostics of manual transmissions and power take-off systems. (Co-requisite: DTT-278)
This lab includes competency-based tasks on the operation and approved servicing, troubleshooting, and tune-up procedures on several different current models of diesel engines. New learning experiences include inspection, replacement, servicing, rebuild procedures, proper diagnostics of manual transmissions and power take-off systems. High priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are covered. (Co-
This course covers the theory of operation of the heavy-duty truck differentials and drive lines. Students will learn how the differential is used to transfer energy to the wheels of the vehicle. Students will be trained in the theory of transferring engine power to the final drive of the vehicle utilizing the drive shaft. All components of this system will be described and the operation of each will be explained. This includes competency-based tasks on overhaul, service and troubleshooting of the rear differentials and drive shafts. All safety procedures involved in working with differentials and drive lines will be followed while participating in the lab activities. High priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are covered.
This course provides information and practical theory necessary to service automatic transmissions found in many heavy diesel trucks. It includes systematic troubleshooting procedures to guide technicians in the proper repair, installation, and maintenance of hydraulic systems. (Co-requisite: DTT-282)
This lab will have students performing competency tasks that include but are not limited to transmission removal, disassembly, component inspection and measurements, and reassembly. The lab includes systematic troubleshooting procedures to guide technicians in the proper repair, installation, and maintenance of hydraulic systems. High priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are covered. (Co-requisite: DTT- 281)
DTT 284Applied Diesel Truck Principles and Applications Lab2
This lab is intended to re-examine and emphasize specific mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques and to apply them to principles and theories learned in previous courses. Students are expected to hone the specific skills by performing competency tasks to industry standards. Doing this will prepare students for entry-level positions upon graduation. High priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are covered. (Co- 173
Diesel engine principles of operation on four- and two-stroke engines are covered. Component identification, measurement and replacement, along with complete tear down and overhaul procedures are covered in this course. (Co-requisite: DTT-286)
Diesel engine principles of operation on four- and two-stroke engines are covered with competency-based tasks the students are required to perform. Component identification, measurement and replacement, along with complete tear down and overhaul procedures are practiced in this lab. High priority tasks recommended by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) are covered. (Co-requisite: DTT-285)
This course covers advancements in truck subsystems, including vehicle onboard radar, lane departure systems, heads-up displays, roll stability, traction control, electric vehicles, and hybrid vehicles. It includes descriptions of system operation, component identification, diagnostic procedures, tooling, and how OEMs integrate these technologies.
