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Mechanic Training

Diesel Emissions Program

This two-day program is designed for diesel technicians diagnosing diesel-fuel control systems and analyzing exhaust emissions. A thorough review of engine management systems provides a basis for the understanding of combustion processes and the generation of exhaust emissions. This leads into the study of what emissions are generated, why and how they are controlled, the components that control them and the diagnosing of those components.

Classroom study of engine and emission controls is presented by power point and detached components are used for bench testing where applicable. Interpreting data streams and wiring diagrams is focused on the vehicles in the customer’s fleet. The in-shop, hands-on portion is devoted to the use of diagnostic equipment in reading data streams and solving simulated engine system malfunctions.

Date & Location

Not currently scheduled.

Topics Covered

Diesel Emissions Program

• Combustion Chambers
• Fuels
• Sulphur Content
• Speed Sensors
• Position Sensors
• Temperature Sensors
• Pressure Sensors
• Hydrocarbons
• Data Streams
• VGT Turbochargers
• Mass Air Flow
• Cetane Rating
• Fuel Lubricity
• EGR Valves
• Oxidation Converters
• Particulate Traps
• Nitrogen Oxide
• Regeneration
• Wiring Diagrams
• Air Charge Coolers

Who Should Attend

This course is designed to enhance the technical expertise of maintenance personnel, technicians, operators, and others that are associated with equipment maintenance.

Credit

• 2.0 Roads Scholar Program elective credits.
• To the best of our knowledge, this course/activity meets the continuing education requirements for 12.0 PDHs as outlined in Minnesota Statute 326.107. More information concerning continuing education for professionals is online.

Sponsors

This workshop is presented by the Minnesota Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) at the Center for Transportation Studies, University of Minnesota. Minnesota LTAP is sponsored by the Minnesota Local Road Research Board (LRRB) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). This course is subsidized through funding from LRRB and FHWA. Facilitated by the College of Continuing Education, University of Minnesota.