Courses
Motive Power Technician (Diesel)-2027/2028
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| ACAD-1007 | Skills for Success | 2 | ||
| This course provides students with the opportunity to gain insight into their personal/learning styles and to develop academic mastery. Students will practice the skills needed to be successful college students and begin to formulate meaningful career plans. Students will establish a knowledge base of campus resources that support their success and will develop and/or enhance the academic skills critical for success. | ||||
| MOTP-1050 | Engine Fundamentals Theory | 2 | ||
| This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the internal combustion engine, components, nomenclature, purpose, operation and construction. Students will explore the theory of four-stroke gasoline and diesel engines, engine measurements, and the role of major subsystems such as lubrication and cooling along with the movement and force of components throughout engine cycles and learn basic diagnostic theory related to wear and failure. | ||||
| MOTP-1051 | Engine Fundamentals Lab | 1 | ||
| This hands-on lab course provides students with practical experience in the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of a short block internal combustion engine. Emphasis is placed on precision measurement, component evaluation, proper use of hand tools and torque specifications, and maintaining a safe work area and habits. Students will utilize industry-standard online service information systems (e.g., Mitchell1, ALLDATA, or OEM portals) to research specifications, tolerances, and service procedures throughout the disassembly and reassembly process. Students will be required demonstrate the ability to follow professional repair procedures, measure components against specifications, and accurately assemble short block engine components to meet manufacturer standards throughout the program. | ||||
| MOTP-1072 | Electrical Fundamentals Theory | 3 | ||
| This course pertains to a study of the design features and operating principles of electrical systems such as cranking, charging, lighting, accessories systems, and electronic systems such as ignition systems. | ||||
| MOTP-1053 | Electrical Fundamentals Lab | 1.5 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the static and dynamic test procedures of electrical systems, such as cranking, charging, lighting, accessories systems, and electronic systems such as ignition systems. The student also learns to solve applied problems, perform laboratory experiments, write lab reports and analyze performance tests according to manufactures recommendations. | ||||
| MOTP-1060 | Technical Practices Theory | 3 | ||
| This course offers an in-depth study of essential mechanical components used within the transportation industry. Topics include fasteners, bearings, seals, and sealants, along with applications of oxy-acetylene heating and cutting, electric arc welding, and MIG welding techniques. Students will explore the basic function and location of major components within HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems, as well as the fundamentals of fluid power and hydraulic systems. Additionally, the course examines cab and control systems, including those found in truck, trailer, and articulating coach combinations. | ||||
| MOTP-1061 | Technical Practices Lab | 1 | ||
| This course provides an in-depth study of applied procedures related to fasteners, bearings, seals, sealants, oxy-acetylene heating and cutting, as well as electric arc and MIG welding. Students will gain foundational knowledge in identifying major components of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The course also covers applied procedures for fluid power systems, cab and control systems, and configurations involving trucks, trailers, and articulating coach combinations. Through hands-on laboratory work, students will learn to solve applied problems, conduct experiments, analyze performance tests, and prepare technical lab reports in accordance with manufacturers' specifications and industry standards. | ||||
| WRIT-1039 | Reason & Writing 1-Technology | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce technology students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
| Level 2 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| MOTP-1054 | Power Train Fundamentals Theory | 2 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the design features and operating principles of power transmissions and drive line systems. The student will also learn to evaluate and describe problems logically. | ||||
| MOTP-1055 | Power Train Fundamentals Lab | 1 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the static and dynamic test procedures of power transmission and driveline systems. The student will also learn to evaluate system problems logically, describe and perform service repair procedures. | ||||
| MOTP-1056 | Fuel & Emission Fundamentals Theory | 3 | ||
| This course will provide a study of the design features and operating principles of selected fuel, intake, and exhaust systems as they apply to internal combustion engines and will include fuel production and system related theories. | ||||
| MOTP-1073 | Fuel & Emission Fundamentals Lab | 1 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the static and dynamic test procedures of selected fuel, intake, and exhaust systems as they apply to internal combustion engines. The student also learns to solve applied problems, perform laboratory experiments, write lab reports, and analyze performance tests according to manufactures' recommendations. | ||||
| MOTP-1058 | Vehicle Control Fundamentals Theory | 3 | ||
| This course will provide an in depth study of the design features and operating principles of vehicle suspension, steering and braking systems. The student will also learn to evaluate and describe system problems logically. | ||||
| MOTP-1074 | Vehicle Control Fundamentals Lab | 1 | ||
| This course will provide an in depth study of vehicle suspension, steering and braking systems. Students will learn to evaluate system problems logically, prescribe and effect corrective action, perform quality control comparative systems and service equipment efficiency tests, solve applied problems, perform laboratory experiments, write lab reports and analyze performance tests according to manufacturers' recommendations. | ||||
| MKTG-1047 | Marketing Principles | 3 | ||
| This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of the Marketing and Promotion process, from inception to delivery. Students will gain knowledge of marketing definitions, market research and segmentation, targeting, data mining, demographics, and promotion design and delivery. They will also be exposed to current and future channels of marketing delivery, and ethical decision-making. At the end of this course, students will use the knowledge gained to execute and present a limited marketing campaign for a small business. | ||||
| MATH-1162 | Applied Mathematics | 3 | ||
| This course will provide students with the necessary mathematical knowledge and skills required to understand, interpret and find solutions for analytical problems in the motive power industry. | ||||
| Level 3 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| MOTP-5031 | Diesel Engine Mechanical Systems Theory | 2 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the principles of operation, purpose and fundamental design features of the following heavy duty diesel engine systems: lubricating system components, lubricants, cooling system components, coolants, air induction and exhaust systems, turbo and superchargers and diesel engine brakes and engine retarders. The student will also be able to understand the principles and practices of sequential troubleshooting strategies and symptom based diagnostics and interpret test results for diesel engine run-in and testing routines. | ||||
| MOTP-5032 | Diesel Engine Mechanical Systems Lab | 1 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the operation and fundamental design features while performing inspection, testing and diagnostic procedures of various truck and coach heavy duty diesel engine systems. The student will also be able to recommend reconditioning or repairs following manufacturers' procedures on the truck and coach heavy duty engine systems studied. | ||||
| MOTP-5050 | Heavy Duty Elec/Electronic Systems Thy | 3 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the principles of operation, purpose and fundamental design features of truck and coach heavy duty charging, cranking, electrical circuits, and electronic management systems with focus applied on component reconditioning and troubleshooting to manufacturer and environmental safety standards. The student will also be able to understand the functions, construction, composition, types, styles and application of truck and coach batteries and HD ignition systems. | ||||
| MOTP-5051 | Heavy Duty Elec/Electronic Systems Lab | 1 | ||
| This course will enable the students to conduct static and dynamic heavy duty electrical systems performance tests, analyze and evaluate electrical systems problems logically and recommending corrective service and repair measures to manufacturers' specifications. The student will also develop and conduct electrical system quality control checks, perform comparative studies on vehicle electrical systems and equipment efficiency and communicate effectively with the public and customers. | ||||
| MOTP-5035 | Heavy Duty Power Train Systems Theory | 2 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the design features, operating principles, static and dynamic test procedures of heavy duty power transmissions and driveline systems. The student also learns to evaluate system problems logically, prescribe and effect corrective action, and perform quality control comparative systems and service equipment efficiency tests. | ||||
| MOTP-5036 | Heavy Duty Power Train Systems Lab | 1 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the design features, operating principles, static and dynamic test procedures of power transmission and driveline systems. The student will also learn to evaluate system problems logically, describe and perform service repair operations. | ||||
| MOTP-5037 | Diesel Fuel & Emission Systems Theory | 3 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the design features, operating principles and repair of diesel fuel systems and components including, Electronic Unit Pump, electronically controlled Common Rail accumulator, Time-Pressure (TP) systems and Amplified High Pressure Injection pump fuel systems. The student also learns to understand the principles of operation, diagnosis and repair of diesel emission control devices and noxious emission control system function and application along with diagnosis and repair strategies associated with system testing. | ||||
| MOTP-5038 | Diesel Fuel & Emission Systems Lab | 1.5 | ||
| This course will enable the students to conduct static and dynamic diesel fuel system performance tests, analyze and evaluate diesel fuel and emission systems and their components logically while recommending corrective service and repair measures to manufacturers' specifications. The student will also develop and conduct diesel fuel system quality control checks, perform comparative studies on commercial vehicle emission systems and noxious emission equipment efficiency and learn to communicate repair requirements effectively with customers. | ||||
| COMM-3040 | Communications-Motive Power | 3 | ||
| This course introduces students to forms of technical writing commonly found in the motive power workplace. Students learn to research, write, and format documents according to industry standards. As well, students learn to edit and take responsibility for the content of their own work. | ||||
| Level 4 | ||||
| Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course. | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| MOTP-5039 | Heavy Duty Vehicle Control Systems Thy | 3 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the principles of operation and fundamental design features of heavy duty vehicle control systems including; truck and coach steering, suspension and brake systems with focus applied on component reconditioning and troubleshooting to manufacturer and environmental safety standards. The student will also be able to understand the functions, construction, composition, types, styles and application of truck and coach frames and coupling systems. | ||||
| MOTP-5040 | Heavy Duty Vehicle Control Systems Lab | 1.5 | ||
| This course will enable the student to conduct static and dynamic tests on heavy duty vehicle control systems including; steering, suspension, brake systems along with vehicle frames and coupling devices while analyzing and evaluating the vehicle control systems problem logically and recommending corrective service and repair measures to manufacturers' specifications. The student will also develop and conduct HD vehicle control systems quality control checks, perform comparative studies on vehicle control system equipment efficiency and communicate effectively with the public and customers. | ||||
| MOTP-5041 | Heavy Duty Climate Control Systems Thy | 1 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the principles of operation, purpose and fundamental design features of truck and coach heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems to manufacturer and environmental safety standards. The student will also be able to understand the functions, construction, composition, types, styles and application of truck and coach HVAC theory and reefer systems | ||||
| MOTP-5046 | Heavy Duty Climate Control System Lab | 0.5 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the operation and fundamental design features while performing inspection, testing and diagnostic procedures of truck and coach heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems to manufacturer and environmental safety standards. The student will also be able to recommend reconditioning or repairs following manufacturers' procedures on truck and coach HVAC systems. | ||||
| MOTP-5052 | Hd Alternative Energy Veh Sys Thy | 1 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the principles of operation, purpose and fundamental design features of the following medium and heavy duty diesel engine alternative energy systems: biodiesel fuels, bio methane fuels, compressed and liquefied natural gas systems, emission control systems and the effects of global warming hazards. The student will also be able to understand the principles and practices of sequential troubleshooting strategies and symptom based diagnostics, interpret the test results for the alternative fuel system, testing routines and repair recommendations. | ||||
| MOTP-5014 | Applied Vehicle Dynamics | 3 | ||
| This course will provide an in-depth study of the action of forces on vehicles and vehicle components either in motion or at rest. Applied problems of vehicle control, vehicle performance and handling, and applied engineering mechanics are incorporated in this course to illustrate the various forces to which vehicles are subjected. | ||||
| MGMT-5041 | Management Principles | 3 | ||
| This course is designed to give students a basic understanding of the principles of leadership and management. A central concept of the course is that there is a general framework for understanding leadership and management principles that applies to all organizations--large or small, public or private, product-oriented or service-oriented. The student will gain knowledge of the importance of values and ethics, communicating, planning, decision making, organizing, leading, controlling, and innovating. At the end of this course, students may use the knowledge gained to formulate and present realistic, comprehensive plans to resolve issues. | ||||
| Gen Ed - Electives | ||||
| Take 3 General Education Credits Normally taken in Level 4 | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 17 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program | ||||