Master Syllabus DI1115, Advanced Diesel Engines

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Credits 5 Lab Hours 3 Lecture Hours 2 Clinical Hours 0

This course will cover;

  1. Electronic Signal Processing Principles
  2. Sensors
  3. Electronic Distributor Injection Pumps
  4. Electronic Unit Injectors and Pumps
  5. Cummins Unit Injection Systems
  6. HEUI Injection Systems
  7. Common Rail Fuel Systems

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.

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.

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 #2: Communicate ideas clearly and proficiently in writing, 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.

Course Outcomes
  1. Identify and explain the advantages of electronic signal processing over mechanical system control.
  2. Identify and describe the types of electrical signals and associated terminology.
  3. Identify and describe the operating principles of electronic signal processing systems used in electrical system control on commercial vehicles.
  4. Identify and describe the functions and application of electronic control modules.
  5. Identify and describe the operating strategies of electronic signal processing systems used in electrical system control on commercial vehicles.
  6. Identify and describe the functions and application of electronic sensors used to produce electrical signals for electronic control systems.
  7. Recommend and describe diagnostic procedures for sensors used in electronic control systems.
  8. Identify and describe the construction and application of electronic distributor pumps.
  9. Identify and describe the operating principles of electronic distributor pumps.
  10. Describe and explain diagnostic procedures for electronic distributor pumps.
  11. Explain the operating principles of the electronic unit injection and unit pump systems.
  12. Identify and describe the construction features, types, and application of the electronic unit injection and unit pump systems.
  13. Describe the inspection and testing procedures for electronic unit injection and unit pump systems.
  14. Recommend service and maintenance for electronic unit injection and unit pump systems.
  15. Identify and describe Cummins unit injection systems.
  16. Identify and explain inspection and diagnostic procedures for Cummins unit injection systems.
  17. Describe the functions and construction of hydraulically actuated electronic unit injector (HEUI) fuel systems and subsystem components.
  18. Identify and describe various types of HEUI fuel systems.
  19. Explain the operation of HEUI fuel systems.
  20. Describe the functions and construction of common rail fuel systems and subsystem components.
  21. Explain the operation of common rail fuel systems.
  22. Identify and describe various types of common rail fuel systems.
  23. Identify and describe inspection, testing, and diagnostic procedures for common rail fuel systems.
  24. Recommend maintenance, reconditioning, or repairs of common rail fuel systems.
  25. Identify and describe inspection, testing, and diagnostic procedures for HEUI fuel systems.
  26. Recommend maintenance, reconditioning, or repairs of HEUI fuel systems.
Course Outline
  1. Introduction
  2. Benefits of Electronic Control
  3. Elements of Electronic Signal Processing Systems
  4. Types of Electrical Signals
  5. Processing Function
  6. Types of Sensors
  7. Sensors and Position Calculations
  8. Sensor Fault Detection Principles
  9. Maintenance of Sensors
  10. Fundamentals of Electronic Distributor Inj. Pumps
  11. Types of Distributor Pumps
  12. Components and Operation of Elec. Dist. Pumps
  13. Maintenance of Elec. Dist. Inj. Pumps
  14. Cummins Accumulator Pressure System
  15. Fundamentals of Electronic Unit Injectors
  16. Types of Electronic Unit Injectors
  17. Maintenance of EUIs and Unit Pumps
  18. Types of Cummins Unit Inj. Sys.
  19. Fundamentals of HEUI Systems
  20. Components of HEUI Inj. Sys
  21. Maintenance of HEUI Systems
  22. Fundamentals of Common Rail Fuel Systems
  23. Types of Common Rail Fuel sys
  24. Components of Common Rail Fuel Sys
  25. Service and Maintenance of Common Rail Sys
  26. Summary
Instructional Methods
  1. Textbook
  2. Videos
  3. Power Points
  4. Computer training programs
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Lecture PowerPoint presentation
  2. Skill Drill PowerPoint presentation
  3. Test bank
  4. Image bank
  5. Instructor supplyed hand outs
  6. NATEF Task Sheets
Methods of Assessment

Assignments

Tests and assignments

Lab projects and Lab Task sheets.

  1. Outcome 1
  2. Outcomes 3,4,5
  3. Outcomes 6
  4. Students will score 70 % or higher on written tests and assignments
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

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.