For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
The Industrial Technology Division is a committed leader in innovative workforce development by meeting the dynamic needs of business and industry through the development of student-centered education, technical excellence, and citizenship.
Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
Outcome #3: Communicate their ideas clearly and proficiently in speaking, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations
Outcome #4: Demonstrate mathematical skills by using a variety of techniques and technologies.
Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.
After completing this course students should be able to;
Identify the functions, construction, composition, types, and applications of medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicle tires; describe procedures for analyzing tire vibrations and identifying run out and imbalance conditions; identify and describe various types of tire pressure monitoring systems; explain principles of tire inflation pressure tread design and compound for different load and speed ratings; identify and describe safety practices when servicing commercial vehicle tires;
Identify and explain the functions and applications of commercial vehicle wheels, hubs, and seals; explain the purpose, construction, and operation of wheel rims, hubs, and seals; identify and explain service procedures used to inspect and replace wheel end components; identify and analyze types of wheel end component failures; Identify and describe types, styles, and construction of heavy-duty commercial vehicle axles; identify, describe, and explain factors affecting vehicle alignment; outline procedures used to measure wheel and axle alignment; outline methods used to inspect steering components for wear; describe the function and operation of various steer axle components; identify tools used to service front axle steering components; describe the purpose and functions of heavy duty vehicle frames; explain actual frame strength; describe and explain the materials used in frame construction; describe the different type of frame damage that can occur including impact, sag, bow, and stress risers; Describe frame repair and reinforcement procedures; Describe frame welding procedures and precautions; Explain the fundamentals of heavy duty vehicle suspension and steering systems; describe the function and operation of hydraulic shock absorbers; identify the various suspension systems ; describe the operation and identify the components of a typical leaf spring suspension; describe the operation and identify the components of a typical air spring suspension system; explain the troubleshooting procedure and out-of-service criteria for suspension systems;
Describe the repair and replacement procedures of various types of suspension system components; Identify and describe the steering systems found on medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles; identify components and explain the operation of integral type steering gears; identify components and explain the operation of integral power steering assist systems; identify, explain, and recommend service and maintenance procedures associated with steering systems; identify and explain the operation of steering wheels, columns, linkage, and related parts.
- Introduction
- Fundamentals of Commercial Vehicle Tires
- Tire Safety
- Construction, Maintenance and Service of Commercial Tires
- Tire Diagnosis
- Fundamentals of Wheels and Rims
- Wheel and Hub types
- Maintaining and Servicing Wheels and Hubs
- Types and Functions of Non-Drive Axels
- Fundamentals of Alignment
- Types of Wheel Alignment
- Performing Alignments
- Fundamentals of Frame Design
- Maintenance and Service of Truck Frames
- Fundamentals of Suspension Systems
- Components of suspension Systems
- Types of Suspensions on HD Trucks
- Suspension System Maintenance
- Fundamentals of Steering Systems
- Steering System Classifications
- Components of Basic Steering System
- Hydraulic Components of Power Steering Systems
- Maintenance and Service of Steering System
- Maintenance and Service of the Hydraulic System
- Summary
- Textbook
- Video Presentation
- PowerPoint presentation
- Computer training programs
- Instructor supplied handouts
- Lecture PowerPoint presentation
- Skill Drill PowerPoint presentations
- Test bank
- Image bank
Assignments
Tests and assignments
Lab projects and Lab Task sheets.
- Outcome 1
- Outcomes 3,4,5
- Outcomes 6
- Students will score 70 % or higher on written tests and assignments.
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Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.