HET 220 - Heavy Equipment Powertrains I

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    Credits
    4
    Prerequisite
    HET 107
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is designed to familiarize the students with conventional Heavy Equipment powertrain systems and components. Topics covered include fundamentals of gears, friction and anti-friction bearings, mechanical clutches, manual transmissions, driveline systems, drive axles, final drives, hydraulic and air brakes, and undercarriage systems. Component failure analysis will be discussed as part of disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of various transmissions, drive axles, and final drives. In addition, proper shop and personal safety, and how to use manufacturer’s service specifications information will also be covered.