10070291Advanced Engines
Course Information
Description
Study in this course will allow the student to develop a basic knowledge of combustion engine design and operation with the major emphasis on diesel engines. Experience in the course will provide the student with the skills and knowledge needed to diagnose, overhaul, maintain, adjust and repair engines found in agricultural machines and equipment.
Total Credits
3
Course Competencies
  1. Demonstrate safe work habits when working in the shop
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in shop
    Criteria
    Wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, long sleeved top, uniform type pants or jeans
    Clothing is not loose or ripped
    Jewelry does not interfere with shop tasks
    Hair is tied back to prevent accident with moving equipment
    Clear shop area for safely raising and supporting vehicle or equipment
    Identify safety items and hazards

  2. Analyze support systems components and electronically controlled/emission compliant engines
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in shop
    Criteria
    Use reference materials
    Identify diesel engine support system components and parts
    Explain different types of engine support system components and parts used by different engine manufacturers
    Explain different types of engine support system components and parts used on different types of engines

  3. Service support system components of electronically controlled/emission compliant engines
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in shop
    Criteria
    Use tools, equipment, reference manuals, and repair orders and forms
    Remove diesel engine support system components to include: cooling system, lubrication system, air induction system, exhaust system, and starting system components
    Inspect diesel engine support system components to include: cooling system, lubrication system, air induction system, exhaust system, and starting system components
    Repair diesel engine support system components to include: cooling system, lubrication system, air induction system, exhaust system, and starting system components
    Adjust diesel engine support system components to include: cooling system, lubrication system, air induction system, exhaust system, and starting system components
    Replace diesel engine support system components to include: cooling system, lubrication system, air induction system, exhaust system, and starting system components
    Engine support system components are installed back on the engine and the engine is performing correctly

  4. Analyze the condition of used engine parts of electronically controlled/emission compliant engines
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in shop
    Criteria
    Use tools, equipment, reference manuals, and repair orders and forms
    Examine parts for wear pattern
    Measure dimensions of critical engine parts
    Determine reusability, need for reconditioning, or need for replacement
    Correlate wear patterns with potential causes such as lubrication issues, overheating, excessive load, fuel contamination,
    Determine the needed repair of used engine parts in accordance with manufacturer's technical repair manual

  5. Recondition the cylinder block assembly of electronically controlled/emission compliant engines
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in shop
    Criteria
    Use tools, equipment, reference manuals, and repair orders and forms
    Identify cylinder block assembly including cylinder
    Clean the cylinder block and related components using methods specified by technical information or instructor
    Identify component cracks, distortion, corrosion, and/or wear in cylinder bores
    Determine needed repairs of cylinder block assembly including cylinder components
    Determine replacement parts (pistons, rings, bearings, gaskets, seals) according to engine specifications
    Reassemble the cylinder block assembly including cylinder components
    Verify torque specifications and clearances
    Perform quality control checks throughout the reconditioning process
    Engine performs correctly

  6. Diagnose the cause of failed parts of electronically controlled/emission compliant engines
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in shop
    Criteria
    Use tools, equipment, reference manuals, and repair orders and forms
    Identify the failed part and its function within the engine system
    Perform diagnostic tests to isolate the cause of the failure
    Describe the specific type of failure such as fracture, fatigue, wear, corrosion, electrical malfunction

  7. Reassemble diesel engine of electronically controlled/emission compliant engines
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in shop, exam
    Criteria
    Use tools, equipment, reference manuals, and repair orders and forms
    Verify parts are ready for assembly by checking dimensions, clearances, and surface finishes
    Reassemble engine components in the correct sequence, per manufacturer's specifications
    Apply specified torque to fasteners using calibrated torque wrenches
    Prevent damage to components
    Perform gasket installation, head bolt tightening sequence and torque, and valve train assembly
    Verify correct ring orientation, piston/cylinder matching, connecting rod installation, and bearing lubrication
    Verify bearing lubrication, crankshaft installation, and main bearing cap torque
    Verify oil pump installation and alignment
    Verify correct timing gear/chain/belt installation and alignment
    Install fuel injectors, fuel pump, and fuel lines
    Connections are leak-free
    Integrate emission control components such as EGR valves, sensors, catalytic converters, particulate filters
    Install electronic sensors and actuators
    Determine if final adjustments as required per manufacturer's specifications
    Engine is completely assembled and all adjustments are made
    Engine performs correctly

  8. Perform engine tests of electronically controlled/emission compliant engines
    Assessment Strategies
    Skill demonstration in shop
    Criteria
    Use tools, equipment, reference manuals, and repair orders and forms
    Test diesel engine on dynamometer
    Determine if leak correction is required
    Determine if final adjustments as required per manufacturer's specifications
    Engine is tested under conditions recommended by the engine manufacturer
    Engine is completely assembled and all adjustments are made
    Engine performs correctly