Light Vehicle Diesel - Certificate (Major Code - ATCD)

This program is a study of the theory of light vehicle diesel engines and their various systems, and of the diagnosis and repair of problems common to them. Students diagnose and repair these engines and systems in preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification test on light vehicle diesel engines.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

• Apply appropriate safety procedures for working with and around shop equipment.
• Diagnose and repair general engine controls and computerized engine controls.

• Diagnose the mechanical condition of a light vehicle diesel engine, including the disassembling and measurement of a diesel engine.
• Diagnose and repair fuel management systems on a light vehicle diesel engine, including air and fuel induction systems.
• Diagnose and repair exhaust and emission systems on a light vehicle diesel engine.
• Diagnose and repair electronic communication systems on a light vehicle diesel engine.

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