Construction, operation, and repair of diesel engines; logical steps of procedure for engine reconditioning; installing and timing of fuel injection components. Emphasis will be placed on diesel engine component reconditioning, engine tune-ups, and use of special diagnostic tools.

To be taken concurrently with DIES 114

This course will give the student hands-on experience rebuilding diesel engines and components. The student will learn manufacturer’s procedures on engine rebuilding and special tool usage.

To be taken concurrently with DIES 104
Course Fee: $20.00

This is an introductory lab in diesel fuel injection systems. This lab will include the identification, disassembly, assembly, troubleshooting, repair, and adjustment of the following fuel systems components: Inline pumps, distributor pumps, Cummins fuel system, unit injectors, and injectors.

Course Fee: $6.00

Theory and application of hydraulics and pneumatics used in automotive, agriculture, heavy equipment, and construction industries.

To be taken concurrently with DIES 214

Application of hydraulics and pneumatics. Students will demonstrate hydraulic principles on live work stations. They will work with, tear down, and assemble equipment. They will also work on open and closed center systems, fixed and variable displacement pumps, linear and rotary actuators, pressure and flow controls, and directional valves.

To be taken concurrently with DIES 204
Course Fee: $15.00

This course will give the students hands-on experience working on heavy duty power train components. Emphasis will be placed on calculating gear ratios and power flow on industry’s common transmissions, final drives, and clutches. The student will measure drive line angles and diagnose vibration complaints.

Course Fee: $12.00

A course dealing with braking systems, suspensions, and alignment of medium and heavy duty vehicles. The major emphasis will be on air brakes, methods used to check and adjust alignment, and inspection and repair methods for suspension systems.

Course Fee: $6.00

This course will include engine assembly and engine start-up after assembly. The course will also coordinate set-up, testing, and diagnosis of engine problems using test instruments and engine dynometer.

To be taken concurrently with DIES 272
Prerequisites: DIES 104 and DIES 114

This course will give the student hands-on experience on diagnosing diesel engines using the proper test equipment. Diesel engine repair and assembly are addressed.

To be taken concurrently with DIES 262
Course Fee: $20.00

A course emphasizing actual shop operations: Long- and shortterm jobs covering all aspects of a vehicle. It also includes vehicle maintenance, shop flat-rate procedures, work order and warranty claim procedures.

Prerequisites: DIES 262 and DIES 272
Course Fee: $20.00

A planned and supervised work-learning experience in industry, business, government, or community service agencies related to the University program of study.

Prerequisites: Two semesters of attendance at Montana State University-Northern, approval of advisor, Dean of the College of Technical Sciences, and cooperative education coordinator.
Pass/Fail only

Application of hydraulics and pneumatics with emphasis on live work. Troubleshooting and diagnostics of hydraulic systems including testing, adjustment, and repair of components.

Prerequisites: DIES 204 and DIES 214
Course Fee: $15.00

This course will cover management of equipment including establishing preventative maintenance programs, cost per hour operation, and investment analysis. Selected computer programs will be used.

Current topics to bring Seniors up to date on changes in heavy duty technology, to include current model year. Provides latest information on equipment, systems components, troubleshooting and repair. Course will also review major diesel topics to enhance Senior students experience.

Prerequisite: Senior standing

A course dealing with the diagnosis and repair of fuel systems using the proper test equipment and test stands.

Prerequisites: DIES 115 and Senior standing
Course Fee: $15.00

This is a course in Heavy Duty Power Shifts and Automatic Transmissions 6000 GVW and larger. This course consists of lab and lecture time covering the components, theory of operation; diagnosis; using proper instrumentation and manuals; and repair; with emphasis on troubleshooting and failure analysis

Prerequisites: DIES 216 and ATDI 257
Course Fee: $15.00

A planned and supervised work-learning experience extending the student’s learning experience in industry, business, government, or community service agencies related to the University program of study.

Prerequisites: Cooperative Education 298 or Junior standing and approval of advisor, Dean of the College of Technical Sciences, and cooperative education coordinator
Pass/Fail only