DSL: Diesel

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DSL-104 Introduction to Diesel Technologies

3 credits—This course identifies the general knowledge and procedures used by technicians in the diesel technology industry. Tool selection, general shop safety, fire safety, and forklift operation are also covered.

Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $862.00

DSL-360 Advanced Diesel Engines, Emissions, and Fuel Systems

4 credits—This course introduces the latest engine advancements. Emission systems such as Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF), and Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) are covered along with common rail fuel systems.

Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 96

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in DSL 444.

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

DSL-377 Diesel Engine Rebuild

7 credits—Students are introduced to diesel engine application, design, construction, theory, and operating principles. This course also covers diagnosis, disassembly, and assembly of diesel engines.

Lecture Hours: 48 Lab Hours: 128

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $1,798.00

DSL-404 Diesel Truck Power Transfer Systems

4 credits—A study of the diesel truck power train from the clutch through the rear driving axles. Emphasis is placed on clutch types, transmissions, and drive axles. Key goals of the course are failure analysis and troubleshooting malfunctions.

Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 96

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in AGM-119, AGM-104, AGM-124, AGM-333, and AGM-224.

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

DSL-411 Equipment Repair I

4 credits—This course is designed to give students the opportunity to apply competencies previously achieved to repair and service projects.

Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 96

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in AGM-401.

Co-requisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in DSL 404.

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

DSL-424 EFI Engine Systems

4 credits—This course provides a thorough explanation and hands-on experience in the theory, operation, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of electronic fuel injected diesel engines. Learning activities include the use of testing equipment to diagnose EFI engines. Lab activities are designed to reinforce the understanding and maintenance of these engines.

Lecture Hours: 16 Lab Hours: 96

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in AGM-104, AGM-333, and DSL-104.

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

DSL-444 Fuel Systems

4 credits—The Fuel Systems course is designed to provide information about diesel fuel injection systems. Mechanical and electronic injection systems, which are commonly used throughout the diesel industry, are studied. Basic system design, pump operation, and tune-up adjustments are covered. Computer diagnostics and software applications used in relation to the heavy-duty engine maker are covered.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $936.00

DSL-831 Preventative Maintenance

4 credits—This course covers routine and extended vehicle maintenance. The course will also cover information on general pre-operational checks and performing planned maintenance repairs to vehicles. Course will also cover DOT inspections, air and hydraulic brake systems, and basic SMAW welding and oxyacetylene cutting.

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 64

Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C- in DSL-104.

Course Type: Technical

2025–2026 Course Cost: $1,170.00