DIESL 133: Suspension Systems

Subject
Diesel Heavy Equipment Technology
Credits 2
Quarter Offered
Winter,
Spring,
Summer
Instructional Mode
Web-enhanced,
In-person

This course focuses on the role and operation of suspension system components in trucks and heavy equipment and their relationship to brake and steering systems. Students develop and refine skills in the repair and maintenance of suspension systems. The major emphasis will be inspection and repair methods for suspension system components. 

Outcomes
  • Identify the components of suspension systems and their function
  • Inspect, test, service, replace, batteries, cranking motors and controls
  • Inspect and test suspension system components and verify specifications
  • Service, repair and replace suspension system components.
Corequisites

DIESL 130, DIESL 131 and DIESL 132 or instructor permission

Distribution
Professional Education
Campus
South
Area of Study
Career Education