Heavy Vehicle Drive Trains

Calhoun Community College

CourseDEM 125

This course introduces operational principles of mechanical medium and heavy duty vehicle transmissions. Topics include multiple counter shafts power takeoffs, slider idler clutches, friction clutches, mechanical transmission power components, and hydraulics. Upon completion, students should be able to diagnose, inspect and repair mechanical transmissions.

Credits

3 credits

Course Code

DEM 125

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this course

Diagnose mechanical transmission failures on medium and heavy duty vehicles through inspection and testing procedures
Perform repair and inspection of mechanical transmission components including counter shafts, clutches, and power take-offs according to manufacturer specifications