13 courses with the subject DSTA, 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.
DSTA 1045Basic Diesel & Shop Safety3
Classroom instruction and practical lab experience in diesel engine operation, engine sub-systems theory, operation and repair. Engine tune-up, overhauls and adjustments. Engine fuel system theory and operation. Engine oil and other lubricants, lubrication system and oil fitters. Coolants and cooling systems, diesel fuel, fuel filters and additives.
This, and all other DSTA classes, are open only to approved apprenticeship students. Students not in an apprenticeship are free to enroll in the DST AAS program. Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DSTA 1065Basic Diesel Engine Performance3
Theory and practical experience in troubleshooting and repair of both 2- and 4-cycle diesel engines. Parts nomenclature, hydro-mechanical fuel-injection system design and operation and engine maintenance will also be covered. Safety will be stressed.
DSTA 1045 Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DSTA 1130Heavy-Duty Drivetrains4
Classroom and lab-based instruction in torque converters, powershift transmissions, automatic transmissions, electronic transmission controls, off highway suspension systems. Transmissions service and oils will also be covered, instruction in manual twin countershaft transmissions, automated twin countershaft transmissions, differentials, power dividers & master clutches.
DSTA 1065 Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DSTA 1145Preventative Maintenance - Brakes3
Classroom instruction and practical lab experience in preventative maintenance (PM) & service of heavy-duty trucks and equipment primarily dealing with the braking system. This includes general PM inspections A, B, C & D as well as truck systems servicing and shop safety procedures.
DSTA 1065 Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DSTA 1165Preventative Maintenance - Chassis3
Theory and practical experience in preventative maintenance, state safety inspection and servicing of heavy-duty trucks and equipment. Includes batteries, driveline, chassis, 5th wheel, tires & suspension. Shop safety procedures & practices will be stressed.
DSTA 1145 Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DSTA 1299Diesel Systems Special Studies1-7
To help students obtain specialized training specific to industry. Students must register for 1-7 credits in the DSTA program. It is taught as requested by industry.
Classroom and lab-based instruction in basic diesel engine fuel systems, theory, operation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of fuel systems used on both 2-cycle and 4-cycle diesel engine. Electronic fuel injection and engine management systems theory and operation. Electronic theory and applications as well as computer-based diagnostics will be covered.
DSTA 1065 Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DSTA 2065Advanced Engine Diagnostics4
Classroom and lab-based instruction in basic diesel engine fuel systems, theory, operation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of fuel systems used on both 2-cycle and 4-cycle diesel engine. Electronic fuel injection and engine management systems theory and operation. Electronic theory and applications as well as computer-based diagnostics will be covered.
DSTA 2045 Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DSTA 2145Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Controls3
Theory and practical application of principles of fluid power transmission (i.e. force, energy, pumps, valves, cylinders & motors) applied to mobile hydraulic systems. Shop procedures and safety will be stressed.
DSTA 1065 Semesters Offered: All Click here for searchable class schedule
DSTA 2165Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Functions3
Theory and practical experience in principles of fluid power transmission of force and energy, hydrostatic transmissions, pressure compensated, load sense, torque limiting pumps and electronic controls. Shop procedures and safety will be stressed.
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DSTA 2245Heavy-Duty Electrical Circuits3
Theory and repair of air conditioning and cab heating systems. Theory and practical experience in basic electrical circuits, principals of magnetism, charging and cranking systems, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting of all electrical applications. Safety will be stressed.
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DSTA 2265Heavy-Duty Electrical Lighting3
Theory and practical experience in basic electrical fundamentals, ignition circuits, lighting and accessories, maintenance, computer diagnostics, testing and troubleshooting of electrical applications. Safety will be stressed.
