CLUSTER Engineering and Technical

COURSE Truck Chassis Concepts

WVEIS CODE 1749

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 elements of transmissions, clutches, suspension, steering, and air brakes. Emphasis will be placed on operating theory, removal and installation of major components, and service and inspection procedures for a career in diesel equipment technology. This course is recommended as an Elective in Diesel Equipment Technology

SKILL SETS

Transmissions, clutches, and Differentials

Steering, Suspension, Tires, Rims, and Wheels

Air Brakes Systems


Truck Chassis Concepts WVEIS 1749

Skill Set / Transmissions, Clutches, and Differentials
Knowledge Objectives
1749.1 / Students will demonstrate knowledge of
·  transmissions, clutches, and differentials.
Performance Objectives
1749.2
1749.3
1749.4
1749.5 / Students will
·  remove and replace a manual transmission assembly..
·  remove, inspect, and install clutch, pressure plate and release bearing.
·  remove, inspect, and install rear differential carrier assembly.
·  adjust pinion depth and ring gear backlash.
Skill Set / Steering, Suspension, Tires, Rims, and Wheels
Knowledge Objectives
1749.6 / Students will demonstrate knowledge of
·  steering, suspension, tires, rims, and wheels.
Performance Objectives
1749.7
1749.8
1749.9
1749.10
1749.11
1749.12
1749.13
1749.14 / Students will
·  lubricate steering and suspension components.
·  inspect steering linkage, u-joints, and tie rod ends.
·  diagnose and correct steering and suspension problems.
·  adjust toe-in to manufacturers’ specifications.
·  remove, inspect, replace, lubricate and adjust wheel bearings.
·  inspect tires, rims and wheels for defects.
·  classify types of tires, rims and wheels.
·  install tire/wheel assemblies.
Skill Set / Air Brakes Systems
Knowledge Objectives
1749.15 / Students will demonstrate knowledge of
·  air brake systems.
Performance Objectives
1749.16
1749.17
1749.18
1749.19
1749.20 / Students will
·  inspect brake lines, hoses, and air tanks for damage or leaks.
·  remove and replace brake shoes, inspect hardware and adjust brakes.
·  measure drums/rotors for wear.
·  inspect, remove and replace brake chamber assembly.
·  cage and uncage a spring brake chamber.

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