I. General Information
1. Course Title:
Mechanical Theory
2. Course Prefix & Number:
HEOM 1102
3. Course Credits and Contact Hours:
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
4. Course Description:
This course will cover basic mechanical theories; e.g., how engines work, major external component identification, fuel, lubrication, intake, and cooling systems, power trains, basic hydraulic system and drive train fundamentals. Students will learn principles and various applications on construction equipment to expedite accurate maintenance and service. Service and maintenance manuals will be used as reference resources. This course is necessary for the student, in order to fulfill the technical requirement for the diploma option of the Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance Program.
5. Placement Tests Required:
6. Prerequisite Courses:
HEOM 1102 - Mechanical Theory
There are no prerequisites for this course.
9. Co-requisite Courses:
HEOM 1102 - Mechanical Theory
There are no corequisites for this course.
III. Course Purpose
Program-Applicable Courses – This course is required for the following program(s):
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Name of Program(s)
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Program Type
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Heavy Equipment Operation & Maintenance
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Diploma
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IV. Learning Outcomes
1. College-Wide Outcomes
| College-Wide Outcomes/Competencies |
Students will be able to: |
| Demonstrate reading and listening skills |
Students will demonstrate knowledge of proper air filter service procedure during class as per equipment service manual. |
| Analyze and follow a sequence of operations |
Students will demonstrate knowledge of proper lube oil change sequence procedures during class as explained in the equipment service manual. |
2. Course Specific Outcomes - Students will be able to achieve the following measurable goals upon completion of
the course:
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Expected Outcome
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MnTC
Goal Area
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Identify mechanical components of diesel engines and basic heavy equipment
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Identify component serial numbers of earth moving equipment
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Demonstrate parts manual usage for equipment
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Recognize & understand electrical systems (12/24 volt) for trucks and equipment
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V. Topical Outline
Listed below are major areas of content typically covered in this course.
1. Lecture Sessions
1. Four Stroke Diesel Engine
- Diesel engine vs. gasoline engine
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th strokes and functions
2. Engine Systems
- Lubrication System
- Fuel System
- Cooling system
- Intake & exhaust system
3. Equipment Power Trains
- Clutch
- Torque converter
- Transmission
- Universal Joint
- Power shaft
- Differential
- Final Drive
- Planetary
- Undercarriage
4. Parts manuals
- Proper manual understanding and usage
5. Basic Hydraulics
- System components
- Component functions
6. Electrical Systems 12V & 24V
- Battery composition
- Battery safety
- Battery combinations
- Starting system components
I. General Information
1. Course Title:
Mechanical Theory
2. Course Prefix & Number:
HEOM 1102
3. Course Credits and Contact Hours:
Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 0
4. Course Description:
This course will cover basic mechanical theories; e.g., how engines work, major external component identification, fuel, lubrication, intake, and cooling systems, power trains, basic hydraulic system and drive train fundamentals. Students will learn principles and various applications on construction equipment to expedite accurate maintenance and service. Service and maintenance manuals will be used as reference resources. This course is necessary for the student, in order to fulfill the technical requirement for the diploma option of the Heavy Equipment Operation and Maintenance Program.
5. Placement Tests Required:
6. Prerequisite Courses:
HEOM 1102 - Mechanical Theory
There are no prerequisites for this course.
9. Co-requisite Courses:
HEOM 1102 - Mechanical Theory
There are no corequisites for this course.
II. Transfer and Articulation
III. Course Purpose
1. Program-Applicable Courses – This course is required for the following program(s):
|
Name of Program(s)
|
Program Type
|
|
Heavy Equipment Operation & Maintenance
|
Diploma
|
IV. Learning Outcomes
1. College-Wide Outcomes
| College-Wide Outcomes/Competencies |
Students will be able to: |
| Demonstrate reading and listening skills |
Students will demonstrate knowledge of proper air filter service procedure during class as per equipment service manual. |
| Analyze and follow a sequence of operations |
Students will demonstrate knowledge of proper lube oil change sequence procedures during class as explained in the equipment service manual. |
2. Course Specific Outcomes - Students will be able to achieve the following measurable goals upon completion of
the course:
|
Expected Outcome
|
MnTC
Goal Area
|
|
Identify mechanical components of diesel engines and basic heavy equipment
|
|
|
Identify component serial numbers of earth moving equipment
|
|
|
Demonstrate parts manual usage for equipment
|
|
|
Recognize & understand electrical systems (12/24 volt) for trucks and equipment
|
|
V. Topical Outline
Listed below are major areas of content typically covered in this course.
1. Lecture Sessions
1. Four Stroke Diesel Engine
- Diesel engine vs. gasoline engine
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th strokes and functions
2. Engine Systems
- Lubrication System
- Fuel System
- Cooling system
- Intake & exhaust system
3. Equipment Power Trains
- Clutch
- Torque converter
- Transmission
- Universal Joint
- Power shaft
- Differential
- Final Drive
- Planetary
- Undercarriage
4. Parts manuals
- Proper manual understanding and usage
5. Basic Hydraulics
- System components
- Component functions
6. Electrical Systems 12V & 24V
- Battery composition
- Battery safety
- Battery combinations
- Starting system components