DSL 201 - Diesel Applied Electrical

Credits: 4
Variable Credit Course: No

Lecture Hours: 22
Lab Hours: 44
Worksite/Clinical Hours: 0
Other Hours (LIA/Internships): 0

Course Description: Focuses on practical applications of electrical circuits in heavy-duty equipment. Emphasis on the operation and testing of battery, starting and charging systems, wiring, connectors, circuit protection devices, gauges and warning systems, as well as wiring diagrams and symbols.

Prerequisite: DSL 101 with a D or higher.
Meets FQE Requirement: No
Integrative Experience Requirement: No

Student Learning Outcomes

Understand and troubleshoot vehicle battery, starting, and charging systems.
Identify and repair wiring harnesses using the correct wire, connectors, etc.
Understand the operation of circuit protection devices, such as fuses, fusible links, and circuit breakers.
Understand the operation and troubleshooting techniques used in vehicle gauge and warning systems.
Understand and follow various types of manufacturer’s wiring diagrams.

Course Contents

Study of DC electrical systems.
Battery, starting, and charging systems.
Wiring harnesses using the correct wire, connectors, etc.
Circuit protection devices, such as fuses, fusible links, and circuit breakers.
Vehicle gauge and warning systems.
Various types of manufacturer’s wiring diagrams.
Wiring diagrams and schematics.
Troubleshooting using written and digital resources.
Lighting and instrument wiring and principles.
Repair lighting and instrumentation.

Instructional Units: 5