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.
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.