HMTD 2145: Powertrain
Department
Technical Training Access
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
The course will introduce students to the theory of diesel engine removal. Students will demonstrate how engine removal and installation procedures; and basic diagnostics. Students will also learn the theory of manual transmissions and clutches and perform inspection, servicing, removal, and installation.
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Remove and install a diesel engine.
- Service manual transmissions and clutches.
- Remove and install a manual transmission.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 7.5
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 70
Total Hours: 77.5
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, on-line self study, demonstrations, group discussions, computer lab and hands-on practical work.
Grading System
Percentages
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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20
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Assignments and summative evaluation
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Quizzes/Tests
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10
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End of topic quizzes
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Lab Work
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70
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Practical assignments (e.g., preparation, task completion, cleanup, writing service reports, workplace behaviour, teamwork, workplace safety)
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Course topics
- Engine Remove and Install:
- Manual Transmissions and Clutches
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.