DESL 120 Introduction Of Diesel Technology 2 credits. Survey of the diesel industry and safety policies along with theory and practice, use and care of hand tools, fasteners, precision measuring devices, tubing fabrication, soldering, and applied shop mathematics.
DESL 131 Fundamentals Of Electricity 1 credit. Theory of electricity: voltage, amperage, ohms and magnetism. Types of circuits, proper use and function of volt, amp and ohm meters.
DESL 132 Batteries and D.C. Charging Systems 1 credit. Theory and operation of batteries, proper testing and servicing of batteries. Function, operation, and testing of generators and regulators, using proper test equipment. PREREQUISITE: DESL 131 or comparable.
DESL 133 Starting Systems, 12 and 24 Volt 1 credit. Theory and operation of starting systems, solenoid, and relay types. Testing and repairing of starting components using proper tools and testing equipment. PREREQUISITE: DESL 131 or comparable.
DESL 134 Ignition Systems 1 credit. Theory and operation of points and condenser, and electronic ignitions. Proper testing and servicing of ignition system components. PREREQUISITE: DESL 131 or comparable.
DESL 135 A.C. Charging Systems, 12 and 24 Volt 1 credit. Theory and operation of alternators and regulators. Testing and servicing using proper tools and meters. PREREQUISITE: DESL 131 or comparable.
DESL 136 Chassis Wiring 1 credit. Learn how to read and use wiring diagram. Theory and testing of electrical components on a vehicle (motors, switches, lights, etc.). PREREQUISITE: DESL 131 or comparable.
DESL 140 Hydraulics 3 credits. Theory and operation of hydraulics. Theory and lab practice covering repair, trouble-shooting techniques and testing to return components to working condition according to manufacturers specifications.
DESL 144 Power Shift Transmissions 3 credits. Theory and operation of power shift transmissions. Lab practice covering repair, trouble-shooting techniques and testing to return components to working condition according to manufacturers specifications.
DESL 150 Brakes Systems 2 credits. The theory and lab practice in diagnosis, trouble shooting, repair and testing of air and hydraulic brake systems.
DESL 161 Fuel Systems 1 credit. Theory and operation of basic engine gasoline and diesel fuel systems for 2-cycle and 4-cycle engines.
DESL 162 In-Ling Fuel Pumps 1 credit. Theory and operation of in-line pumps, port and helix fuel control, governor operation. PREREQUISITE: DESL 161 or comparable.
DESL 163 Detroit Fuel Systems 1 credit. Theory and operation of detroit fuel systems. Includes tune-up and overhaul of fuel system components. PREREQUISITE: DESL 161 or comparable.
DESL 164 Cummins Fuel Systems 1 credit. Theory and operation of cummins fuel systems. Includes tune-up and overhaul of fuel system components. PREREQUISITE: DESL 161 or comparable.
DESL 165 Distributor Pumps 1 credit. Theory and operation of distributor fuel injection pumps. Includes Stanadyne and Bosch systems. PREREQUISITE: DESL 161 or comparable.
DESL 166 Gaseous Fuels System 1 credit. Theory and operation of gaseous fuel systems. Includes LP, NG, alcohol and carburetion. PREREQUISITE: DESL 161 or comparable.
DESL 170 Fuel Injectors, Turbo Chargers and Blowers 1 credit. This course covers the theory and operation of injectors, turbochargers and blowers for engines. Lab practice covering repair, trouble-shooting techniques and testing to put components back on equipment.
DESL 175 Cab Air Conditioning 1 credit. This covers the fundamentals of cab air conditioning and the basic concepts of refrigeration used in the diesel industry. Theory and lab practice in the principles of operation, repair and testing of air conditioning systems.
DESL 182 Gas Engines 2 credits. Theory in the fundamentals of the operation of gas engines. The laboratory section consists of overhaul procedure, repair, tune-up diagnosis and testing of operable engines.
DESL 184 Diesel Engines 6 credits. Theory in the fundamentals of the operation of diesel engines. The laboratory section consists of overhaul procedure, repair, tune-up, diagnosis and testing of operable engines. PREREQUISITE: DESL 182 or comparable.
DESL 191 Clutches 1 credit. The study of clutch function, basic components, periodic maintenance, clutch servicing and trouble shooting.
DESL 192 Light Duty Transmission 1 credit. Servicing, repair and trouble shooting the standard transmission, transfer case, transaxle, and power take-off units.
DESL 193 Heavy Duty Standard Truck Transmission 1 credit. Maintenance, removing, overhauling and trouble-shooting of heavy duty truck transmissions. DESL 194 Farm and Industrial Tractor Transmissions 1 credit. The theory and laboratory practice of diagnosis, trouble shooting, repair and testing of farm, construction and standard transmissions.
DESL 195 Truck Axles and Drive Lines 1 credit. The principals and servicing of axles, drive lines and carrier overhaul.
DESL 196 Farm Axles and Differentials 1 credit. The principals, diagnosis and repair of differentials and final drives.
DESL 197 Industrial and Construction Equipment 1 credit. The study and repair practices for final drives, wheel and track type, and the undercarriage of track type machines.
DESL 198 Steering and Suspension Systems 1 credit. Steering system component theory, repair and adjustment. Truck suspension system servicing.
DESL 231 Live Work I 8 credits. This course covers the principles of diagnosis, repair and trouble shooting on operable equipment. The classroom portion will include customer relations and shop management techniques.
DESL 233 Live Work II 8 credits. A continuation of DESL 231.
DESL 241 Diesel Electric I 8 credits. This course covers the principles, diagnosis, repair and trouble shooting on operable diesel electric equipment.
DESL 243 Diesel Electric II 8 credits. A continuation of DESL 241.
DESL 251 Internship 8 credits. A final phase of training in an actual shop, performing all types of repair work and receiving pay for services performed with the involvement of ISU instructors.
DESL 299 Special Topics 1-8 credits. This course is designed to address the specific needs of individuals. It will enable the students to upgrade their technical skills through part-time enrollment in units of instruction that are currently available through the program's full-time, pre-employment curriculum. Permission of the instructor is required.
RELT 101 Applied Communications I 2 credits. The course provides students with instruction in applied written communication skills. The mechanics of written composition, technical terms, spelling and definition, basic computer literacy, and technical writing and reporting forms.
MACH 105 Machining Practices 1-4 credits. (Summer session only). Theory and practice of basic machine shop operations.
RELT 102 Applied Communications II 2 credits. The course expands on communication skills taught in RELT 101. New material taught in Applied Communications II includes written business correspondence and technical reports.
RELT 201 Applied Communications III 2 credits. The course provides students with instruction in applied oral communication skills. Business speaking and effective oral communications will be taught.
RELT 202 Applied Economics 2 credits. This course provides students with an overview of economic principles related to technical courses of study.
RELT 206 Occupational Job Search 2 credits. This course provides students with knowledge and abilities in the areas of employment process skills. Job acquisition and maintenance skills and job market analysis are the core of this course.
RELT 207 Occupational/Human Relations 2 credits. This course provides a study of human behavior in an occupational environment with emphasis on communications motivation, leadership and personal attitude.
WELD 105 WELDING 1-4 credits. (Summer Session only). Theory and practice of oxyacetylene-acetylene and arc welding. Learning metals and various types of welds.