Master Syllabus NG1112, Engine Preventative Maint

Credits 2 Lab Hours 0 Lecture Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0
Course Description
This course will provide instruction with original engine manufacturer (OEM) procedures for performing preventive maintenance on natural gas engines.

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.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

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.

Academic Year
AY2025-26
SCCC Outcomes

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 #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.

Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.

Course Outcomes

gas engines

by-products according to

environmental procedures

operations including spark-plug

interpretation & valve analysis.

and coolant leaks

and shims

per OEM specifications

damaged or missing parts

interpret the corresponding

analysis

spark plug interpretation

services per OEM specification

  1. Students will be able to:
  2. Inspect, repair & adjust lubrication
  3. Fuel & coolant systems of natural
  4. Collect samples properly dispose of
  5. Monitor & adjust equipment
  6. Correctly inspect engine for oil, fuel
  7. Properly inspect engine mounting
  8. Properly lubricate all components
  9. Examine and inspect engine for
  10. Collect oil/coolant samples and
  11. Diagnose engine performance by
  12. Perform routine checks and
Course Outline

lubrication, cooling, ignition & safety

systems

cooling samples according to

industry & safety procedures

supplies according to industry &

environmental guidelines

  1. Measure, analyze, adjust & repair
  2. Collect & analyze lubrication &
  3. Control & disposal of maintenance
Instructional Methods
  1. Lecture
  2. Demonstrations
  3. Hands on Practice
  4. Lab Exercises
  5. Performance Tasks
  6. Video
Instructional Resources and Materials

tasks

video, lectures

  1. Custom Labs/ Jobs/ Work Orders
  2. Industry approved performance
  3. Internet: Online environment with
Methods of Assessment

Self-assessment provides an opportunity for the student to determine their own level of understanding or position relative to the topic, reflect on skills and abilities, and examine personal values and attitudes

  1. SCCC Outcome 1 will be assessed using essay questions that allow the student to illustrate knowledge, depth of understanding, and creativity and concept maps to demonstrate connections and relationships.
  2. SCCC Outcome 5 will be assessed using long-term investigations to assess inquiry and decision-making skills, experimental design, communication and understanding of the scientific process; problem-based learning for assessment of critical thinking and decision-making skills, and values.
  3. SCCC Outcome 9 will be measured by peer performance assessment for project evaluation and group work, attendance and punctuality in class and lab, and academic integrity.

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