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CLUSTER Engineering and Technical

COURSE Diesel Electrical Systems

WVEIS Code 1742

Course Description: The Skill Sets in this course are representative of the basic knowledge included in a Career and Technical Diesel Equipment Technology concentration. Incorporated into this course are heavy-truck electrical theory, engine and truck wiring circuits, storage batteries and diesel electrical system testing. This course is recommended as an Elective in Diesel Equipment Technology.

SKILL SETS Truck Wiring Circuits Storage Batteries

1 Diesel Electrical Systems WVEIS 1742

Skill Set Truck Wiring Circuits Knowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of  basic electrical theory. 1742.1  basic electrical system testing and equipment.  truck wiring circuits. Performance Objectives Students will

1742.2  calculate voltage, current, and resistance values using Ohms’s law. 1742.3  describe terms associated with electrical theory. 1742.4  demonstrate the proper use of a test light. 1742.5  test circuits using the proper function and range of a multimeter. 1742.6  locate open, shorted and grounded circuits. 1742.7  demonstrate the proper repair procedures for faulty wiring and connectors. 1742.8  construct and test basic circuits involving fuses, relays and solenoids. 1742.9  identify three basic circuits used in wiring systems. Skill Set Storage Batteries Knowledge Objectives Students will demonstrate knowledge of  the use of storage batteries. 1742.10 Performance Objectives Students will

1742.11  define terms associated with storage batteries. 1742.12  define specific gravity. 1742.13  explain the chemical make-up of battery electrolyte. 1742.14  analyze the effects of cold temperatures in relation to cold cranking amps. 1742.15  test batteries to determine the state of charge. 1742.16  charge and jump start batteries. 1742.17  explain multiple battery installations and wiring procedures to increase voltage or CCA. 1742.18  explain safety procedures associated with handling storage batteries.