Workshop on Basic Diesel Engine Fundamentals

Program overview:

This course introduces the participants to Heavy Equipment (Construction, Earth Moving, Quarry, Power Generation and Material Handling Equipment Engine Applications) Basic Diesel Engine Fundamentals, theory and principles. The principles of compression ignited internal combustion engines are taught and variations in design are discussed.

For Whom:

This program is designed for Diesel Engine Technician, workshop supervisors, field service engineers, preventive maintenance technicians and equipment maintenance advisors. Facility managers can equally benefit from this program.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this program, participants will be able to:

·         identify the wide range of engines in the Caterpillar Product Line;

·         identify various diesel engine applications;

·         explain basic diesel engine theory;

·         define engine performance terms;

·         identify basic diesel engine components and their function; and

·         describe the following engine systems;

o   Air intake and exhaust systems;

o   Lubrication system;

o   Cooling system;

o   Fuel system.

Course Outline:

Day 1: Basic Diesel Engine Components Identification

·         Basic Engine Electronics Device Identification

·         Basic Diesel Engine Components Functions

·         Diesel Engine Electrical System:

o   (Starting & Shut down procedures)

Day 2: Basic Diesel Engine Systems and Functions

·         Lubrication System

·         Cooling System

·         Air Intake & Exhaust System

·         Fuel System

Day 3: Electronics Diesel Engine Systematic

Troubleshooting Procedures (Overview)

·         Review of the Course Contents

·         Post Test

Training Methodology

Lectures, discussions, exercises, case studies, audio-visual aids will be used to reinforce these teachings/learning methods.