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EnPrTr– ENERGY, POWER AND TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS<br />

Grade Placement: 9 - 12<br />

½ credit<br />

Students will learn the knowledge and skills needed to understand the interaction between various<br />

vehicle systems, the logistics used to move goods and services to consumers, and the components<br />

of transportation infrastructure. Students will safely use hand and power tools and equipment<br />

commonly used in the maintenance and repair of engines.<br />

Auto1– AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY<br />

Grade Placement: 10 - 12<br />

1 credit<br />

Students will learn the function of the major automotive/diesel systems and the principles of<br />

diagnosing and servicing these systems. Students gain knowledge and skills in the repair and<br />

maintenance of vehicle systems.<br />

DSL1D (DEMR 1330) – College Diesel Equipment Technology (Steering and Suspension) (Dual<br />

Credit - TSTC)<br />

Grade Placement: 11 - 12<br />

2 credit<br />

Requirements: College Entrance Exam Taken Prior to Enrollment, College Application, Dual<br />

Credit Application, Tuition. Students are required to provide safety glasses and appropriate<br />

clothing for working in the shop.<br />

In this <strong>course</strong> a study of the design, function, maintenance, and repair of steering and suspension<br />

systems will be done. Emphasis on troubleshooting and repair of failed components will be<br />

performed.<br />

The Diesel Equipment Technology program is provided by TSTC Marshall and will teach students<br />

the skills and knowledge needed to be entry-level employees to heavy equipment industries all over<br />

East Texas. Excavators, dump trucks, bulldozers, BobCats, tractors, These monstrous machines that<br />

construct our highways, shopping centers, and homes are advanced machines that require welltrained<br />

and highly skilled technicians to repair and maintain them. Experience the power of becoming<br />

a much-in-demand, qualified Diesel Equipment Technology student. Trucking, construction,<br />

agriculture, airline ground support services, off-shore drilling, forestry, and marine and public<br />

transportation all depend on diesel power. With the increased use of highly sophisticated pneumatic,<br />

hydraulic, and electronic systems on heavy equipment today, successful students find many<br />

opportunities for employment.<br />

DSL 2D (DEMR 1405)– COLLEGE DIESEL EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY (Basic Electrical<br />

Systems) ( Dual Credit -TSTC)<br />

Grade Placement: 11 – 12<br />

2 credits<br />

Requirements: College Entrance Exam Taken Prior to Enrollment, Application, Dual Credit<br />

Application, Tuition. Students are required to provide safety glasses and appropriate clothing<br />

for working in the shop.<br />

Basic principles of electrical systems of diesel powered equipment. With emphasis on starters,<br />

alternators, and batteries. Instruction covers electrical fundamentals, safety,<br />

The proper use of test equipment, as well as testing/diagnosis of lighting, and accessory equipment,<br />

starting and charging systems.<br />

The Diesel equipment Technology program is provided by TSTC Marshall and will teach students the<br />

skills and knowledge needed to be entry-level employees to heavy equipment industries all over East<br />

Texas. The student can complete a one-year certificate in high school or continue at TXTC Marshall<br />

for a college degree.<br />

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