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| CATTK 050 |
ENGINE FUNDAMENTALS |
1.5 hrs. (VSC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course discusses the operating principles of compression ignited internal combustion engines and variations in design. Caterpillar engines will be used in class. Forty contact hours. |
| CATTK 051 |
CATERPILLAR INFORMATION SYSTEMS |
1.5 hrs. (VSC)
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| Prerequisite:
None |
| This course provides instruction on Computer Operations, SIS, SIS web, TMI web, PowerNet, E.T. and DataView with STW integration. Forty contact hours. |
| CATTK 052 |
FUNDAMENTALS OF HYDRAULICS |
1.5 hrs. (VSC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course is a practical study of the basic principles and components of hydraulic circuits and the application of these principles to Caterpillar construction equipment. Major emphasis is on developing student competencies in the areas of servicing and maintaining hydraulic equipment. Laboratory practices include disassembly and assembly of components and tracing circuits. Forty contact hours. |
| CATTK 054 |
FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS |
1.5 hrs. (VSC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course is designed to include electrical concepts as they apply to electrical systems. It will include the use of electrical test equipment to diagnose electrical problems found on Caterpillar equipment and engines. Forty contact hours. |
| CATTK 056 |
POWER TRAIN I |
1.5 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| The basic operating principles of various transmissions and differentials used in Caterpillar equipment will be discussed. This will include constant mesh, sliding gear, planetary, synchromesh, and hydrostatic designs. (Usually taught in a block of forty contact hours.)
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| CATTK 057 |
MACHINE HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS |
1.5 hrs. (VSC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 051 or department approval |
| This course is designed for inspecting, testing and servicing, and diagnosing Caterpillar hydraulic circuits, systems, and components. Appropriate testing procedures and equipment will be utilized. Forty contact hours. |
| CATTK 060 |
POWER TRAINS II |
1.5 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 056 or department approval |
| The basic operating principles of various driveline systems used in Caterpillar equipment will be discussed. This will include brakes, suspension, undercarriage, and steering components. (Usually taught in a block of forty contact hours.) |
| CATTK 061 |
MACHINE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS |
1.5 hrs. (VSC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 054 |
| This course provides the background needed to diagnose and repair the sophisticated electronics and computerized circuits found on Caterpillar equipment and engines. Basic electronic concepts, component function, and system operation are covered. Caterpillar’s procedures are taught to identify malfunctions and to test the systems properly. Forty contact hours. |
| CATTK 110 |
CATERPILLAR ENGINE FUNDAMENTALS |
4 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course discusses the principles of compression ignited internal combustion engines and variations in design. Caterpillar engines will be used in the class. |
| CATTK 111 |
INTRODUCTION TO CATERPILLAR SERVICE INDUSTRY |
2 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course provides instruction and laboratory experience in shop safety, shop operation and how to obtain Caterpillar service information. |
| CATTK 112 |
FUNDAMENTALS OF HYDRAULICS |
3 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course is a practical study of the basic principles and components of hydraulic circuits and the application of these principles to Caterpillar agricultural and construction equipment machines. Major emphasis is on developing student competencies in the areas of servicing and maintaining hydraulic equipment. Laboratory practices include disassembly and reassembly of components and tracing circuits. |
| CATTK 113 |
CATERPILLAR ENGINE FUEL SYSTEMS |
3 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 110 and department approval |
| This course is a study of combustion chamber design, Caterpillar fuel injection systems, diagnosing faults in fuel injection and combustion systems. |
| CATTK 114 |
FUNDAMENTALS OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS |
3 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course is designed to include electrical concepts as they apply to electrical systems. It will include the use of electrical test equipment to diagnose electrical problems found on Caterpillar equipment and engines. |
| CATTK 115 |
AIR CONDITIONING |
2 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course provides an introduction into the basic theory and principles of air conditioning as they relate to Caterpillar equipment and engines. Use of test equipment to diagnose and repair malfunctions, including repair of component parts and the charging and recharging of systems, will be stressed in the laboratory. |
| CATTK 116 |
FUNDAMENTALS OF TRANSMISSIONS & TORQUE CONVERTERS |
3 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 112 and department approval |
| This course is a study of the various transmissions and differential used in Caterpillar equipment, including constant mesh, sliding gear, hydrostatic, synchromesh, and the newer transmissions involving planetary sets. An understanding of the operation, maintenance, and adjustment of the clutch and brakes will be an integral part of this course. |
| CATTK 117 |
MACHINE HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS |
3 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 112 |
| This course is designed for inspecting, testing, and servicing, and diagnosing Caterpillar hydraulic circuits, systems, and components. Appropriate testing procedures and equipment will be utilized. |
| CATTK 118 |
SHOP PRACTICES |
2 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval and at least 23 hours completed in CATTK |
| This course provides the student the opportunity to work on a technical project, research, or other specialized study related to individual academic needs. A written plan for the independent study project is developed with a faculty member and the project is carried out under the periodic direction of the faculty member. The written plan is submitted to the program coordinator for approval and remains on file within the department, together with a final written report submitted to the faculty member by the student. |
| CATTK 150 |
INTERNSHIP I |
4 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This supervised experience is required of students enrolled in the Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology curriculum. The placement experience is obtained through the cooperation of an employer. Student´s needs and objectives determine major emphasis. Forty hours per week. |
| CATTK 151 |
INTERNSHIP II |
4 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This supervised experience is required of students enrolled in the Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology curriculum. The placement experience is obtained through the cooperation of an employer. Student´s needs and objectives determine major emphasis. Forty hours per week. |
| CATTK 200 |
UNDERCARRIAGE/FINAL DRIVES |
3 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course is designed to study the various driveline systems found on Caterpillar equipment. The course content will cover brakes, suspension, undercarriage, and steering components. |
| CATTK 201 |
MACHINE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS |
3 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 114 |
| This course provides the background needed to diagnose and repair the sophisticated electronics and computerized circuits found on Caterpillar equipment and engines. Basic system operation, electronic concepts, and component function are covered. Caterpillar’s procedures are taught to identify malfunctions and to test the systems properly. |
| CATTK 202 |
CATERPILLAR ENGINE PERFORMANCE |
2 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 113 and 201 |
| This course provides a thorough understanding of the necessary diagnostic skills required for troubleshooting Caterpillar engines and fuel systems. Emphasis will be placed upon knowledge and skills necessary to assure product reliability and performance. |
| CATTK 203 |
DIAGNOSTIC TESTING |
1 hr. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 110 and 114
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| This is a course that studies the practical use of diagnostic equipment for analyzing and repairing Caterpillar machine and engine systems. Emphasis is placed on Applied Failure Analysis. |
| CATTK 204 |
MACHINE SPECIFIC SYSTEMS |
4 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
CATTK 117, 200, and 201 |
| This is a course to develop knowledge and skills used to test and adjust specific Caterpillar machine systems. |
| CATTK 250 |
INTERNSHIP III |
4 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This supervised experience is required of students enrolled in the Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology curriculum. The placement experience is obtained through the cooperation of an employer. Students’ needs and objectives determine major emphasis. Forty hours per week. |
| CATTK 251 |
INTERNSHIP IV |
4 hrs. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This supervised experience is required of students enrolled in the Caterpillar Dealer Service Technology curriculum. The placement experience is obtained through the cooperation of an employer. Students’ needs and objectives determine major emphasis. Forty hours per week. |
| CATTK 255 |
INDEPENDENT STUDY |
1 hr. (OC)
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| Prerequisite:
Department approval |
| This course provides the opportunity to work on a technical project, research, or other specialized study related to individual academic needs. A written plan for the independent-study project is developed with a faculty member (including a detailed description of the project, the number of credit hours assigned to it, the evaluative criteria to be used, and other relevant matters), and the project is carried out under the periodic direction of the faculty member. The written plan is submitted for approval and remains on file within the department, together with a final report submitted to the faculty member by the student. This course is repeatable up to a maximum of five semester hours of credit. |
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