DSL 230                                                                  DSL 277  DIESEL BRAKES                                                            POWER TRAIN FUNDAMENTALS  Provides the theory and practical servicing of hydraulic brakes, air     Transmissions and final drives to various tractors and farm equipment  brakes, parking brakes, and anti-lock brake systems (ABS).               will be studied as to their proper functions, maintenance, and repair.  (4 credit, 3 lecture, 2 lab)                                             (3 credit, 1 lecture, 4 lab)    DSL 232                                                                  DSL 290  DIESEL SUSPENSION & STEERING                                             SELECTED TOPICS IN DIESEL TECHNOLOG  Provides the theory and practical servicing of diesel suspension and     An in-depth study of topics in the diesel technology field. The exact  steering designs, geometry, diagnosis, service, and repair and wheel     content will vary from semester to semester depending on the subject  alignment procedures. (4 credit, 2 lecture, 4 lab)                       studied. This course may be repeated three times if different topics                                                                           are considered, but cannot exceed a total of six (6) credit hours  DSL 233                                                                  toward graduation. (3 credit, 3 lecture, 0 lab)  ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSIS  A continuation of DSL 132, troubleshooting procedures using volt/        [ECON] ECONOMICS  ohm meters and wiring diagrams with strong emphasis on scan  tools and scan tool usage. Pre-requisite: DSL 131 and DSL 132 or         ECON 121  instructor consent. (5 credit, 2 lecture, 6 lab)                         INTRODUCTION TO MACROECONOMICS                                                                           Introduction to national income theories, economic fluctuations and  DSL 234                                                                  growth, money and banking, and international economics.  TRUCK TRANSMISSIONS & DRIVE TRAINS                                       (IAI S3 901) (3 credit, 3 lecture, 0 lab)  Development of diagnostic and repair skills as they relate to modern  truck transmissions and power trains. Provides the student technician    ECON 122  with an understanding of how these systems work, the varied systems      INTRODUCTION TO MICROECONOMICS  that are used, and the foundation to diagnosis and repair problems       Introduction to price theories, the behavior of the firm under varying  that occur on these units. (4 credit, 3 lecture, 2 lab)                  market conditions, and the behavior of the consumer. (IAI S3 902)                                                                           (3 credit, 3 lecture, 0 lab)  DSL 235  DIESEL HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING                                        [EDUC] EDUCATION  Provides the theory and practical servicing of diesel air conditioning  systems, heating and cooling systems, temperature controls, and          EDUC 120  refrigerant recovery, recycling and handling.                            ONLINE TECHNOLOGY  (4 credit, 1.5 lecture, 5 lab)                                           Focuses on developing students’ basic computer skills and the use                                                                           of the school’s online learning management system and electronic/  DSL 237                                                                  computer systems: the My.SIC portal, basic computer technology  ENGINE DIAGNOSTICS AND PERFORMANCE                                       skills, participating in online/hybrid courses, and utilizing the  This course covers electronic control systems, electronic fuel           Library’s electronic research tools and online library resources. The  systems, and electronic diagnostic tools, testing and adjusting fuel     course improves student’s ability to effectively utilize these essential  systems, component replacement and troubleshooting.                      computer systems through a series of four modules.  Pre-requisite: DSL 131, DSL 132 DSL 233. (3 credit, 2 lecture, 2 lab)    (1 credit, 1 lecture, 0 lab)    DSL 238                                                                  EDUC 122  FINAL DRIVES TRACKS & UNDERCARRIAGE                                      STRATEGIES FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS  Final drives, track systems, and undercarriage components will be        Provides an interactive source designed to improve one’s personal/  studied as to their proper functions, maintenance, and repair.           social, academic, and career survival skills. Topics include the  Pre-requisite: DSL 277 (3 credit, 2 lecture, 2 lab)                      College’s organization, offerings, service and role in the community;                                                                           personal goal setting, motivation and self-awareness; learning modes;  DSL 275                                                                  and library learning resources skills. This course may be offered as  DIESEL ENGINES                                                           variable credit and repeatable three times. (2 credit, 2 lecture, 0 lab)  Introduces the procedure for complete diesel engine rebuild. Includes  a discussion of combustion chamber types, major components and           EDUC 141  component disassembly inspection, and repair. Pre-requisite: DSL         INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATION  157 (4 credit, 1 lecture, 6 lab)                                         Provides an introduction to teaching as a profession in the American                                                                           education system. Offers a variety of perspectives on education  DSL 276                                                                  including historical, philosophical, social, legal, and ethical issues  DIESEL FUEL SYSTEMS                                                      in a diverse society. Includes organizational structure and school  Introduction to basic fuel chemistry, fuel sub-systems and general       governance. A clinical component is required.  objectives of diesel fuel systems. Pre-requisite: DSL 275 or instructor  (3 credit, 3 lecture, 0 lab)  consent (3 credit, 2 lecture, 2 lab)    128