<p>CLUSTER Engineering and Technical</p><p>COURSE Diesel Electrical Systems </p><p>WVEIS Code 1742</p><p>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.</p><p>SKILL SETS Truck Wiring Circuits Storage Batteries</p><p>1 Diesel Electrical Systems WVEIS 1742</p><p>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</p><p>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</p><p>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.</p><p>2</p>