All Courses

DPE 1005 - Technology Foundations

1. Efficiently and accurately solve basic mathematical operations dealing with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percent.
2. Apply basic mathematical operations to administrative office technology.
3. Read, analyze, and interpret graphs.
4. Apply basic graphing principals to administrative office technology.
5. Apply basic communication skills to administrative office technology.
6. Accurately read technical passages for information.

DPE 1010 - Orientation

• Grading policy
• Attendance policy
• Cooperative education opportunities
• Certifications
• Tool room
• Tool box and tool list
• Housekeeping
• Field specific employment information
• Expectations of employers
• Dealer/manufacturer specific training

DPE 1020 - Safety

• Safety data sheets and the hazard communication standard
• Personal protective equipment
• First aid kits
• Eye wash
• Fires
• Power tools
• Electrical
• Jump starting
• Hybrid vehicles
• CNG
• Lockout/tagout
• Walking and work surfaces
• Avoiding injury in the workplace
• Bloodborne pathogens
• Respirators/air quality
• Operating vehicles
• Lifts and jacks
• Welding
• Solvents
• Floor drains
• Oils and similar fluids
• Absorbents and spills
• Antifreeze
• Batteries
• Refrigerant
• Tires
• Asbestos

DPE 1030 - General Shop Skills

1. Identify general shop safety rules and procedures.
2. Utilize safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
3. Identify and use proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
4. Identify and use proper procedures for safe lift operation.
5. Utilize proper ventilation procedures for working within a shop/lab area.
6. Identify marked safety areas
7. Identify the location and types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment; demonstrate knowledge of procedures for using fire extinguishers and other safety equipment.
8. Identify the location and use of eyewash stations.
9. Identify the location of the posted evacuation routes.
10. Comply with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
11. Identify and wear appropriate clothing.
12. Secure hair and jewelry for lab/shop activities.
13. Demonstrate awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle voltage circuits.
14. Demonstrate awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (HID lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.)
15. Locate and demonstrate knowledge of material data safety sheets (MSDS).
16. Identify tools and their usage for automotive/diesel applications.
17. Identify standard and metric designation.
18. Demonstrate proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools.
19. Demonstrate proper use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers, dial indicators, and dial calipers.
20. Identify information needed and the service requested on a repair order
21. Identify the purpose and demonstrate the proper use of fender covers, mats, etc.
22. Demonstrate the use of the three C’s (concern, cause, and correction).
23. Review vehicle service history.
24. Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concert, related service history, cause, and correction.
25. Ensure the vehicle is prepared to return to the customer per school/customer policy (floor mats, steering wheel cover, etc.).

DPE 1031 - General Shop Skills

• Identify general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilize safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identify and use proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identify and use proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilize proper ventilation procedures for working within a shop/lab area.
• Identify marked safety areas
• Identify the location and types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment; demonstrate knowledge of procedures for using fire extinguishers and other safety equipment.
• Identify the location and use of eyewash stations.
• Identify the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Comply with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identify and wear appropriate clothing.
• Secure hair and jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrate awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle voltage circuits.
• Demonstrate awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (HID lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.)
• Locate and demonstrate knowledge of material data safety sheets (MSDS).
• Identify tools and their usage for automotive/diesel applications.
• Identify standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrate proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools.
• Demonstrate proper use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers, dial indicators, and dial calipers.
• Identify information needed and the service requested on a repair order
• Identify the purpose and demonstrate the proper use of fender covers, mats, etc.
• Demonstrate the use of the three C’s (concern, cause, and correction).
• Review vehicle service history.
• Complete work order to include customer information, vehicle identifying information, customer concert, related service history, cause, and correction.
• Ensure the vehicle is prepared to return to the customer per school/customer policy (floor mats, steering wheel cover, etc.).

DPE 1040 - Preventative Maintenance

Students will:

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools
• Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper

Diesel Engine

• Check engine starting/operation (including unusual noises, vibrations, exhaust smoke, etc.); record idle and governed rpm.
• Inspect vibration damper.
• Inspect belts, tensioners, and pulleys; check and adjust belt tension; check belt alignment.
• Check engine oil level and condition; check dipstick seal.
• Inspect engine mounts for looseness and deterioration.
• Check engine for oil, coolant, air, fuel, and exhaust leaks (Engine Off and Running).
• Check engine compartment wiring harnesses, connectors, and seals for damage and proper routing.

Diesel Fuel Systems

• Check fuel tanks, mountings, lines, caps, and vents.
• Drain water from fuel system.
• Service water separator/fuel heater; replace fuel filter(s); prime and bleed fuel system.

Air Induction and Exhaust System

• Check exhaust system mountings for looseness and damage.
• Check engine exhaust system for leaks, proper routing, and damaged or missing components to include exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system and after treatment devices, if equipped.
• Check air induction system: piping, charge air cooler, hoses, clamps, and mountings; check for air restrictions and leaks.
• Inspect turbocharger for leaks; check mountings and connections.
• Check operation of engine compression/exhaust brake.
• Service or replace air filter as needed; check and reset air filter restriction indicator.
• Inspect and service crankcase ventilation system.
• Inspect diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) system, to include tanks, lines, gauge pump, and filter.
• Inspect selective catalyst reduction (SCR) system; including diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) for proper levels, leaks, mounting and connections.

Cooling System

• Check operation of fan clutch.
• Inspect radiator (including air flow restriction, leaks, and damage) and mountings.
• Inspect fan assembly and shroud.
• Pressure test cooling system and radiator cap.
• Inspect coolant hoses and clamps.
• Inspect coolant recovery system.
• Check coolant for contamination, additive package concentration, aeration, and protection level (freeze point).
• Service coolant filter.
• Inspect water pump.

Lubrication System

• Change engine oil and filters; visually check oil for coolant or fuel contamination; inspect and clean magnetic drain plugs.
• Take an engine oil sample for analysis.

Cab Instruments and Controls

• Inspect key condition and operation of ignition switch.
• Check warning indicators.
• Check instruments; record oil pressure and system voltage.
• Check operation of electronic power take off (PTO) and engine idle speed controls (if applicable).
• Check HVAC controls.
• Check operation of all accessories.
• Using electronic service tool(s) or on-board diagnostic system; retrieve engine monitoring information; check and record diagnostic codes and trip/operational data (including engine, transmission, ABS, and other systems).

Cab and Hood Safety Equipment

• Check operation of electric/air horns and reverse warning devices.
• Check condition of spare fuses, safety triangles, fire extinguisher, and all required decals.
• Inspect seat belts and sleeper restraints.
• Inspect wiper blades and arms.

Cab and Hood Hardware

• Check operation of wiper and washer.
• Inspect windshield glass for cracks or discoloration; check sun visor.
• Check seat condition, operation, and mounting.
• Check door glass and window operation.
• Inspect steps and grab handles.
• Inspect mirrors, mountings, brackets, and glass.
• Record all observed physical damage.
• Lubricate all cab and hood grease fittings.
• Inspect and lubricate door and hood hinges, latches, strikers, lock cylinders, safety latches, linkages, and cables.
• Inspect cab mountings, hinges, latches, linkages and ride height; service as needed.
• HVAC
• Inspect A/C condenser and lines for condition and visible leaks; check mountings.
• Inspect A/C compressor and lines for condition and visible leaks; check mountings.
• Check A/C system condition and operation; check A/C monitoring system, if applicable.
• Check HVAC air inlet filters and ducts; service as needed.

Battery and Starting Systems

• Inspect battery box(es), cover(s), and mountings.
• Inspect battery hold-downs, connections, cables, and cable routing; service as needed.
• Check/record battery state-of-charge (open circuit voltage) and condition.
• Perform battery test (load and/or capacitance).
• Inspect starter, mounting, and connections.
• Engage starter; check for unusual noises, starter drag, and starting difficulty.

Charging System

• Inspect alternator, mountings, cable, wiring, and wiring routing; determine needed action.
• Perform alternator output tests.

Lighting System

• Check operation of interior lights; determine needed action.
• Check all exterior lights, lenses, reflectors, and conspicuity tape; check headlight alignment; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test tractor-to-trailer multi-wire connector(s), cable(s), and holder(s); determine
• needed action.

Air Brakes

• Check operation of parking brake.
• Record air governor cut-in and cut-out setting (psi).
• Check operation of air reservoir/tank drain valves.
• Check air system for leaks (brakes released).
• Check air system for leaks (brakes applied).
• Test one-way and double-check valves.
• Check low air pressure warning devices.
• Check emergency (spring) brake control/modulator valve, if applicable.
• Check tractor protection valve.
• Test air pressure build-up time.
• Inspect coupling air lines, holders, and glad hands.
• Check brake chambers and air lines for secure mounting and damage.
• Check operation of air drier.
• Inspect and record brake shoe/pad condition, thickness, and contamination.
• Inspect and record condition of brake drums/rotors.
• Check antilock brake system wiring, connectors, seals, and harnesses for damage and proper routing.
• Check operation and adjustment of brake automatic slack adjusters (ASA); check and record push rod stroke.
• Lubricate all brake component grease fittings.
• Check condition and operation of hand brake (trailer) control valve, if applicable.
• Perform antilock brake system (ABS) operational system self-test.
• Drain air tanks and check for contamination.
• Check condition of pressure relief (safety) valves.

Hydraulic Brakes

• Check master cylinder fluid level and condition.
• Inspect brake lines, fittings, flexible hoses, and valves for leaks and damage.
• Check parking brake operation; inspect parking brake application and holding devices; adjust as needed.
• Check operation of hydraulic system: pedal travel, pedal effort, pedal feel.
• Inspect calipers for leakage, binding and damage.
• Inspect brake assist system (booster), hoses and control valves; check reservoir fluid level and condition.
• Inspect and record brake lining/pad condition, thickness, and contamination.
• Inspect and record condition of brake rotors.
• Check antilock brake system wiring, connectors, seals, and harnesses for damage and proper routing.

Diesel Drivetrain

• Check operation of clutch, clutch brake, and gearshift.
• Check clutch linkage/cable for looseness or binding, if applicable.
• Check hydraulic clutch slave and master cylinders, lines, fittings, and hoses, if applicable.
• Check clutch adjustment; adjust as needed.
• Check transmission case, seals, filter, hoses, lines and cooler for cracks and leaks.
• Inspect transmission breather.
• Inspect transmission mounts.
• Check transmission oil level, type, and condition.
• Inspect U-joints, yokes, driveshafts, boots/seals, center bearings, and mounting hardware for looseness, damage, and proper phasing.
• Inspect axle housing(s) for cracks and leaks.
• Inspect axle breather(s).
• Lubricate all drive train grease fittings.
• Check drive axle(s) oil level, type, and condition.
• Change drive axle(s) oil and filter/screen, if applicable; check and clean magnetic plugs.
• Check transmission wiring, connectors, seals, and harnesses for damage and proper routing.
• Change transmission oil and filter, if applicable; check and clean magnetic plugs.
• Check interaxle differential lock operation.
• Check transmission range shift operation.

Suspension and Steering Systems

• Check steering wheel operation for free play and binding.
• Check power steering pump, mounting, and hoses for leaks, condition, and routing; check fluid level.
• Change power steering fluid and filter.
• Inspect steering gear for leaks and secure mounting.
• Inspect steering shaft U-joints, pinch bolts, splines, pitman arm-to-steering sector shaft, tie rod ends, and linkages.
• Check kingpins for wear.
• Check wheel bearings for looseness and noise.
• Check oil level and condition in all non-drive hubs; check for leaks.
• Inspect springs, pins, hangers, shackles, spring U-bolts, and insulators.
• Inspect shock absorbers for leaks and secure mounting.
• Inspect air suspension springs, mounts, hoses, valves, linkage, and fittings for leaks and damage.
• Check and record suspension ride height.
• Lubricate all suspension and steering grease fittings.
• Check axle locating components (radius, torque, and/or track rods).

Tires and Wheels

• Inspect tires for wear patterns and proper mounting.
• Inspect tires for cuts, cracks, bulges, and sidewall damage.
• Inspect valve caps and stems; determine needed action.
• Measure and record tread depth; probe for imbedded debris.
• Check and record air pressure; adjust air pressure in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.
• Check wheel mounting hardware condition; determine needed action.
• Inspect wheels for cracks, damage and proper hand hold alignment.
• Check tire matching (diameter and tread) on single and dual tire applications.

Frame and Fifth Wheel

• Inspect fifth wheel mounting, bolts, air lines, and locks.
• Test operation of fifth wheel locking device; adjust if necessary.
• Check quarter fenders, mud flaps, and brackets.
• Check pintle hook assembly and mounting, if applicable.
• Lubricate all fifth wheel grease fittings and plate, of applicable.
• Inspect frame and frame members for cracks and damage.

DPE 1050 - Basic Diesel Theory

• Hand and shop tools review
• Personal and safety awareness
• Engine basics
• History of the heat engine
• Power
• Engine powertrain components
• Engine Feedback Assembly
• Engine housing components
• Engine lubrication systems
• Engine cooling systems
• Engine breathers
• Engine retarders
• Servicing and maintenance

DPE 2010 - Diesel Engine Mechanical

Safety

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools
• Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper

Diesel Engines

• Inspect fuel, oil, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) and coolant levels, and condition; determine needed action.
• Identify engine fuel, oil, coolant, air, and other leaks; determine needed action.
• Listen for engine noises; determine needed action.
• Observe engine exhaust smoke color and quantity; determine needed action.
• Check engine no cranking, cranks but fails to start, hard starting, and starts but does not continue to run problems; determine needed action.
• Identify engine surging, rough operation, misfiring, low power, slow deceleration, slow acceleration, and shutdown problems; determine needed action.
• Identify engine vibration problems.
• Check and record electronic diagnostic codes.

Cylinder Head and Valve Train

• Inspect cylinder head for cracks/damage; check mating surfaces for warpage; check condition of passages; inspect core/expansion and gallery plugs; determine needed action.
• Disassemble head and inspect valves, guides, seats, springs, retainers, rotators, locks, and seals; determine needed action.
• Measure valve head height relative to deck and valve face-to-seat contact; determine needed action.
• Inspect injector sleeves and seals; measure injector tip or nozzle protrusion; determine needed action.
• Inspect valve train components; determine needed action.
• Reassemble cylinder head.
• Inspect, measure, and replace/reinstall overhead camshaft; measure/adjust end play and backlash.
• Inspect electronic wiring harness and brackets for wear, bending, cracks, and looseness; determine needed action.
• Adjust valve bridges (crossheads); adjust valve clearances and injector settings.

Engine Block

• Perform crankcase pressure test; determine needed action.
• Remove, inspect, service, and install pans, covers, gaskets, seals, wear rings, and crankcase ventilation components.
• Disassemble, clean, and inspect engine block for cracks/damage; measure mating surfaces for warpage; check condition of passages, core/expansion and gallery plugs; inspect threaded holes, studs, dowel pins, and bolts for serviceability; determine needed action.
• Inspect cylinder sleeve counter bore and lower bore; check bore distortion; determine needed action.
• Clean, inspect, and measure cylinder walls or liners for wear and damage; determine needed action.
• Replace/reinstall cylinder liners and seals; check and adjust liner height (protrusion).
• Inspect in-block camshaft bearings for wear and damage; determine needed action.
• Inspect, measure, and replace/reinstall in-block camshaft; measure/adjust end play.
• Clean and inspect crankshaft for surface cracks and journal damage; check condition of oil passages; check passage plugs; measure journal diameter; determine needed action.
• Inspect main bearings for wear patterns and damage; replace as needed; check bearing clearances; check and correct crankshaft end play.
• Inspect, install, and time gear train; measure gear backlash; determine needed action.
• Inspect connecting rod and bearings for wear patterns; measure pistons, pins, retainers, and bushings; perform needed action.
• Determine piston-to-cylinder wall clearance; check ring-to-groove fit and end gap; install rings on pistons.
• Assemble pistons and connecting rods; install in block; install rod bearings and check clearances.
• Check condition of piston cooling jets (nozzles); determine needed action.
• Inspect crankshaft vibration damper; determine needed action.
• Install and align flywheel housing; inspect flywheel housing(s) to transmission housing/engine mating surface(s) and measure flywheel housing face and bore runout; determine needed action.
• Inspect flywheel/flexplate (including ring gear) and mounting surfaces for cracks and wear; measure runout; determine needed action.

Lubrication Systems

• Test engine oil pressure and check operation of pressure sensor, gauge, and/or sending unit; test engine oil temperature and check operation of temperature sensor; determine needed action.
• Check engine oil level, condition, and consumption; determine needed action.
• Inspect and measure oil pump, drives, inlet pipes, and pick-up screens; check drive gear clearances; determine needed action.
• Inspect oil pressure regulator valve(s), by-pass and pressure relief valve(s), oil thermostat, and filters; determine needed action.
• Inspect, clean, and test oil cooler and components; determine needed action.
• Inspect turbocharger lubrication systems; determine needed action.
• Determine proper lubricant and perform oil and filter change.

Cooling System

• Check engine coolant type, level, condition, and consumption; test coolant for freeze protection and additive package concentration; determine needed action.
• Test coolant temperature and check operation of temperature and level sensors, gauge, and/or sending unit; determine needed action.
• Inspect and reinstall/replace pulleys, tensioners and drive belts; adjust drive belts and check alignment.
• Inspect thermostat(s), by-passes, housing(s), and seals; replace as needed.
• Recover coolant, flush, and refill with recommended coolant/additive package; bleed cooling
• system.
• Inspect coolant conditioner/filter assembly for leaks; inspect valves, lines, and fittings; replace as needed.
• Inspect water pump and hoses; replace as needed.
• Inspect, clean, and pressure test radiator. Pressure test cap, tank(s), and recovery systems; determine needed action.
• Inspect thermostatic cooling fan system (hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic) and fan shroud; replace as needed.
• Inspect turbo charger cooling systems; determine needed action.

Air Induction and Exhaust Systems

• Perform air intake system restriction and leakage tests; determine needed action.
• Perform intake manifold pressure (boost) test; determine needed action.
• Check exhaust back pressure; determine needed action.
• Inspect turbocharger(s), wastegate, and piping systems; determine needed action.
• Inspect turbocharger(s) (variable ratio/geometry VGT), pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic controls, and actuators.
• Check air induction system: piping, hoses, clamps, and mounting; service or replace air filter as needed.
• Remove and reinstall turbocharger/wastegate assembly.
• Inspect intake manifold, gaskets, and connections; replace as needed.
• Inspect, clean, and test charge air cooler assemblies; replace as needed.
• Inspect exhaust manifold, piping, mufflers, and mounting hardware; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect exhaust after treatment devices; determine necessary action.
• Inspect and test preheater/inlet air heater, or glow plug system and controls; perform needed action.
• Inspect exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system including EGR valve, cooler, piping, filter, electronic sensors, controls, and wiring; determine needed action.

Fuel Supply System

• Check fuel level, and condition; determine needed action.
• Perform fuel supply and return system tests; determine needed action.
• Inspect fuel tanks, vents, caps, mounts, valves, screens, crossover system, supply and return lines and fittings; determine needed action.
• Inspect, clean, and test fuel transfer (lift) pump, pump drives, screens, fuel/water separators/indicators, filters, heaters, coolers, ECM cooling plates, and mounting hardware; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test pressure regulator systems (check valves, pressure regulator valves, and restrictive fittings); determine needed action.
• Check fuel system for air; determine needed action; prime and bleed fuel system; check primer pump.

Electronic Fuel Management System

• Inspect and test power and ground circuits and connections; measure and interpret voltage, voltage drop, amperage, and resistance readings using a digital multimeter (DMM); determine needed action.
• Interface with vehicle’s on-board computer; perform diagnostic procedures using electronic service tool(s) (to include PC based software and/or data scan tools); determine needed action.
• Check and record electronic diagnostic codes and trip/operational data; monitor electronic data; clear codes; determine further diagnosis.
• Locate and use relevant service information (to include diagnostic procedures, flow charts, and wiring diagrams).
• Inspect and replace electrical connector terminals, seals, and locks.
• Inspect and test switches, sensors, controls, actuator components, and circuits; adjust or replace as needed.
• Using electronic service tool(s) access and interpret customer programmable parameters.
• Perform on-engine inspections, tests and adjustments on electronic unit injectors (EUI); determine needed action.
• Remove and install electronic unit injectors (EUI) and related components; recalibrate ECM (if applicable).
• Perform cylinder contribution test utilizing electronic service tool(s).
• Perform on-engine inspections and tests on hydraulic electronic unit injectors (HEUI) and system electronic controls; determine needed action.
• Perform on-engine inspections and tests on hydraulic electronic unit injector (HEUI) high pressure oil supply and control systems; determine needed action.
• Perform on-engine inspections and tests on high pressure common rail (HPCR) type injection systems; determine needed action.
• Inspect high pressure injection lines, hold downs, fittings and seals; determine needed action.

Engine Brakes

• Inspect and adjust engine compression/exhaust brakes; determine needed action.
• Inspect, test, and adjust engine compression/exhaust brake control circuits, switches, and solenoids; determine needed action.
• Inspect engine compression/exhaust brake housing, valves, seals, lines, and fittings; determine needed action.

DPE 3010 - Basic Electricity & Electronic

Safety

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper

Electrical Systems

• Read and interpret electrical/electronic circuits using wiring diagrams.
• Check continuity in electrical/electronic circuits using appropriate test equipment.
• Check applied voltages, circuit voltages, and voltage drops in electrical/electronic circuits using appropriate test equipment.
• Check current flow in electrical/electronic circuits and components using appropriate test equipment.
• Check resistance in electrical/electronic circuits and components using appropriate test equipment.
• Locate shorts, grounds, and opens in electrical/electronic circuits.
• Identify parasitic (key-off) battery drain problems; perform tests; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test fusible links, circuit breakers, relays, solenoids, and fuses; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test spike suppression devices; replace as needed.
• Check frequency and pulse width signal in electrical/electronic circuits using appropriate test equipment.

Battery

• Identify battery type; perform appropriate battery load test; determine needed action.
• Determine battery state of charge using an open circuit voltage test.
• Inspect, clean, and service battery; replace as needed.
• Inspect and clean battery boxes, mounts, and hold downs; repair or replace as needed.
• Charge battery using appropriate method for battery type.
• Inspect, test, and clean battery cables and connectors; repair or replace as needed.
• Jump start a vehicle using jumper cables and a booster battery or appropriate auxiliary power supply using proper safety procedures.
• Perform battery capacitance test; determine needed action.
• Identify and test low voltage disconnect (LVD) systems; determine needed repair.

Starting System

• Perform starter circuit cranking voltage and voltage drop tests; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test components (key switch, push button and/or magnetic switch) and wires and harnesses in the starter control circuit; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test, starter relays and solenoids/switches; replace as needed.
• Remove and replace starter; inspect flywheel ring gear or flex plate.
• Charging System Diagnosis and Repair
• Test instrument panel mounted volt meters and/or indicator lamps; determine needed action.
• Identify causes of a no charge, low charge, or overcharge problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect and replace alternator drive belts, pulleys, fans, tensioners, and mounting brackets; adjust drive belts and check alignment.
• Perform charging system voltage and amperage output tests; perform AC ripple test; determine needed action.
• Perform charging circuit voltage drop tests; determine needed action.
• Remove and replace alternator.
• Inspect, repair, or replace cables, wires, and connectors in the charging circuit.

Lighting Systems

• Interface with vehicle’s on-board computer; perform diagnostic procedures using recommended electronic service tool(s) (including PC based software and/or data scan tools); determine needed action.
• Identify causes of brighter than normal, intermittent, dim, or no headlight and daytime running light (DRL) operation.
• Test, aim, and replace headlights.
• Test headlight and dimmer circuit switches, relays, wires, terminals, connectors, sockets, and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test switches, bulbs/LEDs, sockets, connectors, terminals, relays, wires, and control components/modules of parking, clearance, and taillight circuits; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test instrument panel light circuit switches, relays, bulbs/LEDs, sockets, connectors, terminals, wires, and printed circuits/control modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test interior cab light circuit switches, bulbs/LEDs, sockets, low voltage disconnect (LVD), connectors, terminals, wires, and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test tractor-to-trailer multi-wire connector(s); repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect, test, and adjust stoplight circuit switches, bulbs/LEDs, sockets, connectors, terminals, wires and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test turn signal and hazard circuit flasher(s), switches, relays, bulbs/LEDs, sockets, connectors, terminals, wires and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test reverse lights and warning device circuit switches, bulbs/LEDs, sockets, horns, buzzers, connectors, terminals, wires and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.

Gauges and Warning Devices

• Interface with vehicle’s on-board computer; perform diagnostic procedure, verify instrument cluster operations using recommended electronic service tool(s) (including PC based software and/or data scan tools); determine needed action.
• Identify causes of intermittent, high, low, or no gauge readings; determine needed action.
• Identify causes of data bus-driven gauge malfunctions; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test gauge circuit sensor/sending units, gauges, connectors, terminals, and wires; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test warning devices (lights and audible) circuit sensor/sending units, bulbs/LEDs, sockets, connectors, wires, and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed
• Inspect, test, replace, and calibrate (if applicable) electronic speedometer, odometer, and tachometer systems.

DPE 3020 - Electronic Diesel Engine Control

Students will:

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper

Related Electrical Systems

• Interface with vehicle’s on-board computer; perform diagnostic procedures using recommended electronic service tool(s) (including PC based software and/or data scan tools); determine needed action.
• Identify causes of constant, intermittent, or no horn operation; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test horn circuit relays, horns, switches, connectors, wires, clock springs, and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Identify causes of constant, intermittent, or no wiper operation; diagnose the cause of wiper speed control and/or park problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test wiper motor, resistors, park switch, relays, switches, connectors, wires and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect wiper motor transmission linkage, arms, and blades; adjust or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test windshield washer motor or pump/relay assembly, switches, connectors, terminals, wires, and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test side view mirror motors, heater circuit grids, relays, switches, connectors, terminals, wires and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test heater and A/C electrical components including: A/C clutches, motors, resistors, relays, switches, connectors, terminals, wires, and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test auxiliary power outlet, integral fuse, connectors, terminals, wires, and control components/modules; repair or replace as needed.
• Identify causes of slow, intermittent, or no power window operation; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test motors, switches, relays, connectors, terminals, wires, and control components/modules of power window circuits; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test block heaters; determine needed repairs.
• Inspect and test cruise control electrical components; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test switches, relays, controllers, actuator/solenoids, connectors, terminals, and wires of electric door lock circuits.
• Check operation of keyless and remote lock/unlock devices; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test engine cooling fan electrical control components/modules, wiring; repair or replace as needed.
• Identify causes of data bus communication problems; determine needed action.

DPE 4010 - Brakes

Students will:

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper

Air Brakes Supply and Service Systems

• Identify poor stopping, air leaks, premature wear, pulling, grabbing, dragging, or balance problems caused by supply and service system malfunctions; determine needed action.
• Check air system build-up time; determine needed action.
• Drain air reservoir/tanks; check for oil, water, and foreign material; determine needed action.
• Inspect air compressor drive gear, belts and coupling; adjust or replace as needed.
• Inspect air compressor inlet. Inspecting oil supply and coolant lines, fittings, and mounting brackets; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test air system pressure controls: governor, unloader assembly valves, filters, lines, hoses, and fittings; adjust or replace as needed.
• Inspect air system lines, hoses, fittings, and couplings; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test air tank relief (safety) valves, one-way (single) check valves, two-way (double) check valves, manual and automatic drain valves; replace as needed.
• Inspect and clean air drier systems, filters, valves, heaters, wiring, and connectors; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test brake application (foot/treadle) valve, fittings, and mounts; check pedal operation; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test stop light circuit switches, wiring, and connectors; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test hand brake (trailer) control valve, lines, fittings, and mountings; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test brake relay valves; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test quick release valves; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test tractor protection valve; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test emergency (spring) brake control/modulator valve(s); replace as needed.
• Inspect and test low pressure warning devices, wiring, and connectors; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect and test air pressure gauges, lines, and fittings; replace as needed.

Air Mechanical/Foundation Brakes

• Identify poor stopping, brake noise, premature wear, pulling, grabbing, or dragging problems caused by the foundation brake, slack adjuster, and brake chamber problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test service brake chambers, diaphragm, clamp, spring, pushrod, clevis, and mounting brackets; repair or replace as needed.
• Identify type, inspect and service slack adjusters; perform needed action.
• Inspect camshafts, tubes, rollers, bushings, seals, spacers, retainers, brake spiders, shields, anchor pins, and springs; replace as needed.
• Inspect, clean, and adjust air disc brake caliper assemblies; determine needed repairs.
• Inspect and measure brake shoes or pads; perform needed action.
• Inspect and measure brake drums or rotors; perform needed action.

Air Parking Brakes

• Inspect and test parking (spring) brake chamber diaphragm and seals; replace parking (spring) brake chamber; dispose of removed chambers in accordance with local regulations.
• Inspect and test parking (spring) brake check valves, lines, hoses, and fittings; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test parking (spring) brake application and release valve; replace as needed.
• Manually release (cage) and reset (uncage) parking (spring) brakes in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Identify and test anti compounding brake function.

Hydraulic Brake System

• Identify poor stopping, premature wear, pulling, dragging, balance, or pedal feel problems caused by the hydraulic system; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test master cylinder for internal/external leaks and damage; replace as needed.
• Inspect hydraulic system brake lines, flexible hoses, and fittings for leaks and damage; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test metering (hold-off), load sensing/proportioning, proportioning, and combination valves; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test brake pressure differential valve and warning light circuit switch, bulbs/LEDs, wiring, and connectors; repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect disc brake caliper assemblies; replace as needed.
• Inspect/test brake fluid; bleed and/or flush system; determine proper fluid type.

Hydraulic Mechanical/Foundation Brakes

• Identify poor stopping, brake noise, premature wear, pulling, grabbing, dragging, or pedal feel problems caused by mechanical components; determine needed action.
• Inspect and measure rotors; perform needed action.
• Inspect and measure disc brake pads; inspect mounting hardware; perform needed action.
• Check parking brake operation; inspect parking brake application and holding devices; adjust and replace as needed.

Hydraulic Power Assist Units

• Identify stopping problems caused by the brake assist (booster) system; determine needed action.
• Inspect, test, repair, or replace hydraulic brake assist (booster), hoses, and control valves; determine proper fluid type.
• Check emergency (back-up, reserve) brake assist system.

Air and Hydraulic Antilock Brake Systems (ABS) and Automatic Traction Control (ATC)

• Observe antilock brake system (ABS) warning light operation (includes trailer and dash mounted trailer ABS warning light); determine needed action.
• Diagnose antilock brake system (ABS) electronic control(s) and components using self-diagnosis and/or electronic service tool(s); determine needed action.
• Identify poor stopping and wheel lock-up problems caused by failure of the antilock brake system (ABS); determine needed action.
• Test and check operation of antilock brake system (ABS) air, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical components; perform needed action.
• Test antilock brake system (ABS) wheel speed sensors and circuits; adjust or replace as needed.
• Bleed the ABS hydraulic circuits.
• Observe automatic traction control (ATC) warning light operation; determine needed action.
• Diagnose automatic traction control (ATC) electronic control(s) and components using self-diagnosis and/or specified test equipment (scan tool, PC computer); determine needed action.
• Verify power line carrier (PLC) operations.

Wheel Bearings

• Clean, inspect, lubricate, and replace wheel bearings and races/cups; replace seals and wear rings; inspect spindle/tube; inspect and replace retaining hardware; adjust wheel bearings. Verify end play with dial indicator method.
• Identify, inspect, or replace unitized/preset hub bearing assemblies.

DPE 4020 - Suspension and Steering

Students will:

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper

Steering Column

• Identify causes of fixed and driver adjustable steering column and shaft noise, looseness, and binding problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect and service steering shaft U-joint(s), slip joints, bearings, bushings, and seals; phase shaft.
• Check cab mounting and adjust ride height.
• Remove the steering wheel (includes steering wheels equipped with electrical/electronic controls and components); install and center the steering wheel. Inspect, test, replace and calibrate steering angle sensor.
• Disable and enable supplemental restraint system (SRS) in accordance with manufacturers’ procedures.

Steering Units

• Identify causes of power steering system noise, steering binding, darting/oversteer, reduced wheel cut, steering wheel kick, pulling, non-recovery, turning effort, looseness, hard steering, overheating, fluid leakage, and fluid aeration problems; determine needed action.
• Determine recommended type of power steering fluid; check level and condition; determine needed action.
• Flush and refill power steering system; purge air from system.
• Perform power steering system pressure, temperature, and flow tests; determine needed action.
• Inspect, service, or replace power steering reservoir including filter, seals, and gaskets.
• Inspect power steering pump drive gear and coupling; replace as needed.
• Inspect, adjust, or replace power steering pump, mountings, and brackets.
• Inspect and replace power steering system cooler, lines, hoses, clamps/mountings, hose routings, and fittings.
• Inspect, adjust, repair, or replace integral type power steering gear(s) (single and/or dual) and mountings.

Steering Linkage

• Inspect and align pitman arm; replace as needed.
• Check and adjust steering (wheel) stops; verify relief pressures.
• Inspect and lubricate steering components.

Suspension Systems

• Inspect front axles and attaching hardware; determine needed action.
• Inspect and service kingpins, steering knuckle bushings, locks, bearings, seals, and covers; determine needed action.
• Inspect shock absorbers, bushings, brackets, and mounts; replace as needed.
• Inspect leaf springs, center bolts, clips, pins and bushings, shackles, U-bolts, insulators, brackets, and mounts; determine needed action.
• Inspect axle aligning devices such as radius rods, track bars, stabilizer bars, torque arms, related bushings, mounts, shims, and cams; determine needed action.
• Inspect tandem suspension equalizer components; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test air suspension pressure regulator and height control valves, lines, hoses, dump valves, and fittings; adjust, repair or replace as needed.
• Inspect air springs, mounting plates, springs, suspension arms, and bushings; replace as needed.
• Measure and adjust ride height; determine needed action.
• Identify rough ride problems; determine needed action.

Wheel Alignment Diagnosis, Adjustment and Repair

• Identify causes of vehicle wandering, pulling, shimmy, hard steering, and off-center steering wheel problems; adjust or repair as needed.
• Check camber; determine needed action.
• Check caster; adjust as needed.
• Check and adjust toe settings.
• Check rear axle(s) alignment (thrust line/centerline) and tracking; adjust or repair as needed.
• Identify turning/Ackerman angle (toe-out-on-turns) problems; determine needed action.
• Check front axle alignment (centerline); adjust or repair as needed.

Wheels and Tires

• Identify tire wear patterns; check tread depth and pressure determine needed action.
• Identify wheel/tire vibration, shimmy, pounding, hop (tramp) problems; determine needed action.
• Remove and install steering and drive axle wheel/tire assemblies; torque mounting hardware to specifications with torque wrench.
• Inspect tire for proper application, (size, load range, position, and tread design); determine needed action.
• Inspect wheel/rims for proper application, hand hold alignment, load range, size, and design; determine needed action.
• Check operation of tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS); determine needed action if applicable.

Frame and Coupling Devices

• Inspect, service, and/or adjust fifth wheel, pivot pins, bushings, locking mechanisms, and mounting hardware.
• Inspect and service sliding fifth wheel, tracks, stops, locking systems, air cylinders, springs, lines, hoses, and controls.
• Inspect frame and frame members for cracks, breaks, corrosion, distortion, elongated holes, looseness, and damage; determine needed repairs.
• Inspect, install, or repair frame hangers, brackets, and cross members in accordance with manufacturers’ recommended procedures.
• Inspect, repair, or replace pintle hooks and draw bars, if applicable.

DPE 4030 - Hydraulics

Safety

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper.

Hydraulic Systems

• Identify system type (closed and open) and verify proper operation.
• Read and interpret system diagrams and schematics.
• Perform system temperature, pressure, flow, and cycle time tests; determine needed action.
• Verify placement of equipment /component safety labels and placards; determine needed action.

Pumps

• Identify system fluid type.
• Identify causes of pump failure, unusual pump noises, temperature, flow, and leakage problems; determine needed action.
• Determine pump type, rotation, and drive system.
• Remove and install pump; prime and/or bleed system.
• Inspect pump inlet for restrictions and leaks; determine needed action.
• Inspect pump outlet for restrictions and leaks; determine needed action.

Filtration/Reservoirs

• Identify type of filtration system; verify filter application and flow direction.
• Service filters and breathers.
• Identify causes of system contamination; determine needed action.
• Take a hydraulic oil sample for analysis.
• Check reservoir fluid level and condition; determine needed action.
• Inspect and repair or replace reservoir, sight glass, vents, caps, mounts, valves, screens, supply and return lines.

Hoses, Fittings, and Connections

• Diagnose causes of component leakage, damage, and restriction; determine needed action.
• Inspect hoses and connections (length, size, routing, bend radii, and protection); repair or replace as needed.
• Assemble hoses, tubes, connectors, and fittings in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications; use proper procedures to avoid contamination.
• Inspect and replace fitting seals and sealants.

Control Valves

• Pressure test system safety relief valve; determine needed action.
• Perform control valve operating pressure and flow tests; determine needed action.
• Inspect, test, and adjust valve controls (electrical/electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic).
• Identify causes of control valve leakage problems (internal/external); determine needed action.
• Inspect pilot control valve linkages, cables, and PTO controls; adjust, repair, or replace as needed.

Actuators

• Identify actuator type (single/double acting, multi-stage/telescopic, and motors).
• Identify the cause of seal failure; determine needed repairs.
• Identify the cause of incorrect actuator movement and leakage (internal and external); determine needed repairs.
• Inspect actuator mounting, frame components, and hardware for looseness, cracks, and damage; determine needed action.
• Remove, repair, and/or replace actuators in accordance with manufacturers’ recommended procedures.
• Inspect actuators for dents, cracks, damage, and leakage; determine needed action.
• Purge and/or bleed system in accordance with manufacturers’ recommended procedures.

DPE 5010 - Drive Trains

Safety

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper.

Clutch

• Identify causes of clutch noise, binding, slippage, pulsation, vibration, grabbing, dragging, and chatter problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect and adjust clutch linkage, cables, levers, brackets, bushings, pivots, springs, and clutch safety switch (includes push and pull-type assemblies); check pedal height and travel; perform needed action.
• Inspect, adjust, repair, and replace hydraulic clutch slave and master cylinders, lines, and hoses; bleed system.
• Inspect, adjust, lubricate, or replace release (throw-out) bearing, sleeve, bushings, springs, housing, levers, release fork, fork pads, rollers, shafts, and seals.
• Inspect, adjust, and replace single-disc clutch pressure plate and clutch disc.
• Inspect, adjust, and replace two-plate clutch pressure plate, clutch discs, intermediate plate, and drive pins/lugs.
• Inspect and/or replace clutch brake assembly; inspect input shaft and bearing retainer; perform needed action.
• Inspect, adjust, and replace self-adjusting/continuous-adjusting clutch mechanisms.
• Inspect and replace pilot bearing.
• Remove and reinstall flywheel, inspect mounting area on crankshaft, rear main oil seal, and measure crankshaft end play; determine needed action.
• Inspect flywheel, starter ring gear and measure flywheel face and pilot bore runout; determine needed action.

Transmission

• Identify causes of transmission noise, shifting concerns, lockup, jumping-out-of-gear, overheating, and vibration problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect, test, repair, or replace air shift controls, lines, hoses, valves, regulators, filters, and cylinder assemblies.
• Inspect and replace transmission mounts, insulators, and mounting bolts.
• Inspect for leakage and replace transmission cover plates, gaskets, seals, and cap bolts; inspect seal surfaces and vents; repair as needed.
• Check transmission fluid level and condition; determine needed service; add proper type of lubricant.
• Inspect, adjust, and replace transmission shift lever, cover, rails, forks, levers, bushings, sleeves, detents, interlocks, springs, and lock bolts/safety wires.
• Remove and reinstall transmission.
• Inspect input shaft, gear, spacers, bearings, retainers, and slingers; determine needed action.
• Inspect transmission oil filters, coolers and related components; replace as needed.
• Inspect speedometer components; determine needed action.
• Inspect and adjust power take-off (P.T.O.) assemblies, controls, and shafts; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test function of reverse light, neutral start, and warning device circuits; determine needed action. Inspect and test transmission temperature gauge, wiring harnesses and sensor/sending unit; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test operation of automated mechanical transmission and manual electronic shift controls, shift, range and splitter solenoids, shift motors, indicators, speed and range sensors, electronic/transmission control units (ECU/TCU), neutral/in gear and reverse switches, and wiring harnesses; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test operation of automated mechanical transmission electronic shift selectors, air and electrical switches, displays and indicators, wiring harnesses, and air lines; determine needed action
• Use appropriate electronic service tool(s) and procedures to diagnose automated mechanical transmission problems; check and record diagnostic codes, clear codes, and interpret digital multimeter (DMM) readings; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test operation of automatic transmission electronic shift controls, shift solenoids, shift motors, indicators, speed and range sensors, electronic/transmission control units (ECU/TCU), neutral/in gear and reverse switches, and wiring harnesses.
• Inspect and test operation of automatic transmission electronic shift selectors, switches, displays, indicators, and wiring harnesses.
• Use appropriate electronic service tool(s) and procedures to diagnose automatic transmission problems; check and record diagnostic codes, clear codes, and interpret digital multimeter (DMM) readings; determine needed action.

Driveshaft and Universal Joint

• Identify causes of driveshaft and universal joint noise and vibration problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect, service, or replace driveshaft, slip joints, yokes, drive flanges, and universal joints, driveshaft boots and seals, and retaining hardware; check phasing of all shafts.
• Inspect driveshaft center support bearings and mounts; determine needed action.
• Measure driveline angles; determine needed action.

Drive Axle

• Identify causes of drive axle(s) drive unit noise and overheating problems; determine needed action.
• Check and repair fluid leaks; inspect and replace drive axle housing cover plates, gaskets, sealants, vents, magnetic plugs, and seals.
• Check drive axle fluid level and condition; determine needed service; add proper type of lubricant.
• Remove and replace differential carrier assembly.
• Inspect and replace differential case assembly including spider gears, cross shaft, side gears, thrust washers, case halves, and bearings.
• Inspect and replace components of locking differential case assembly.
• Inspect differential carrier housing and caps, side bearing bores, and pilot (spigot, pocket) bearing bore; determine needed action.
• Measure ring gear runout; determine needed action.
• Inspect and replace ring and drive pinion gears, spacers, sleeves, bearing cages, and bearings.
• Measure and adjust drive pinion bearing preload.
• Measure and adjust drive pinion depth.
• Measure and adjust side bearing preload and ring gear backlash.
• Check and interpret ring gear and pinion tooth contact pattern; determine needed action.
• Inspect, adjust, or replace ring gear thrust block/screw.
• Inspect power divider (inter-axle differential) assembly; determine needed action.
• Inspect, adjust, repair, or replace air operated power divider (inter-axle differential) lockout assembly including diaphragms, seals, springs, yokes, pins, lines, hoses, fittings, and controls.
• Inspect, repair, or replace drive axle lubrication system: pump, troughs, collectors, slingers, tubes, and filters.
• Inspect and replace drive axle shafts.
• Remove and replace wheel assembly; check rear wheel seal and axle flange gasket for leaks; perform needed action.
• Identify causes of drive axle wheel bearing noise and check for damage; perform needed action.
• Inspect and test drive axle temperature gauge, wiring harnesses, and sending unit/sensor; determine needed action.
• Clean, inspect, lubricate and replace wheel bearings; replace seals and wear rings; inspect and replace retaining hardware; adjust drive axle wheel bearings. Verify end play with dial indicator method.

DPE 5020 - Heating Ventilation & AC

Safety

• Identify and practice general shop safety rules and procedures.
• Utilizing safe procedures for handling of tools and equipment.
• Identifying and using proper placement of floor jacks and jack stands.
• Identifying and using proper procedures for safe lift operation.
• Utilizing proper ventilation procedures for working within the lab/shop area.
• Identifying marked safety areas.
• Identifying the location and the types of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Demonstrating knowledge of the procedures for using fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment.
• Identifying the location and use of eye wash stations.
• Identifying the location of the posted evacuation routes.
• Complying with the required use of safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and shoes during lab/shop activities.
• Identifying and wearing appropriate clothing for lab/shop activities.
• Securing hair and removing jewelry for lab/shop activities.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of supplemental restraint systems (SRS), electronic brake control systems, and hybrid vehicle high voltage circuits.
• Demonstrating awareness of the safety aspects of high voltage circuits (such as high intensity discharge (HID) lamps, ignition systems, injection systems, etc.).
• Locating and demonstrating knowledge of material safety data sheets (MSDS).

Tools and Equipment

• Identify tools and their usage in automotive applications.
• Identifying standard and metric designation.
• Demonstrating safe handling and use of appropriate tools.
• Demonstrating proper cleaning, storage, and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrating proper use of precision measuring tools Examples: micrometer, dial-indicator, dial-caliper.

HVAC Systems

• Verify the need for service or repair of HVAC systems based on unusual operating noises; determine needed action.
• Verify the need for service or repair of HVAC systems based on unusual visual, smell, and touch conditions; determine needed action.
• Identify system type and components (cycling clutch orifice tube - CCOT, expansion valve) and conduct performance test(s) on HVAC systems; determine needed action.
• Retrieve diagnostic codes; determine needed action.
• Identify causes of temperature control problems in the A/C system; determine needed action.
• Identify refrigerant and lubricant types; check for contamination; determine needed action.
• Identify A/C system problems indicated by pressure gauge and temperature readings; determine needed action.
• Identify A/C system problems indicated by visual, audible, smell, and touch procedures; determine needed action.
• Perform A/C system leak test; determine needed action.
• Recover, evacuate, and recharge A/C system using appropriate equipment.
• Identify contamination in the A/C system components; determine needed action.
• Interface with vehicle’s on-board computer; perform diagnostic procedures using recommended electronic service tool(s) (including PC based software and/or data scan tools); determine needed action.

Compressor and Clutch

• Identify A/C system problems that cause protection devices (pressure, thermal, and electronic) to interrupt system operation; determine needed action.
• Inspect, test, and replace A/C system pressure, thermal, and electronic protection devices.
• Inspect and replace A/C compressor drive belts, pulleys, and tensioners; adjust belt tension and check alignment.
• Inspect, test, adjust, service, or replace A/C compressor clutch components or assembly.
• Inspect and correct A/C compressor lubricant level (if applicable).
• Inspect, test, or replace A/C compressor.
• Inspect, repair, or replace A/C compressor mountings and hardware.

Evaporator, Condenser, and Related Components

• Correct system lubricant level when replacing the evaporator, condenser, receiver/drier or accumulator/drier, and hoses.
• Inspect A/C system hoses, lines, filters, fittings, and seals; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test A/C system condenser. Check for proper airflow and mountings; determine needed action.
• Inspect and replace receiver/drier or accumulator/drier.
• Inspect and test cab/sleeper refrigerant solenoid, expansion valve(s); check placement of thermal bulb (capillary tube); determine needed action.
• Remove and replace orifice tube.
• Inspect and test cab/sleeper evaporator core; determine needed action.
• Inspect, clean, or repair evaporator housing and water drain; inspect and service/replace evaporator air filter.
• Identify and inspect A/C system service ports (gauge connections); determine needed action.
• Identify the cause of system failures resulting in refrigerant loss from the A/C system high pressure relief device; determine needed action.

Heating and Engine Cooling Systems

• Identify causes of outlet air temperature control problems in the HVAC system; determine needed action.
• Identify window fogging problems; determine needed action.
• Perform engine cooling system tests for leaks, protection level, contamination, coolant level, coolant type, temperature, and conditioner concentration; determine needed action.
• Inspect engine cooling and heating system hoses, lines, and clamps; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test radiator, pressure cap, and coolant recovery system (surge tank); determine needed action.
• Inspect water pump; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test thermostats, by-passes, housings, and seals; determine needed repairs.
• Recover, flush, and refill with recommended coolant/additive package; bleed cooling system.
• Inspect thermostatic cooling fan system (hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic) and fan shroud; replace as needed.
• Inspect and test heating system coolant control valve(s) and manual shut-off valves; determine needed action.
• Inspect and flush heater core; determine needed action.

Electrical Operating Systems and Related Controls

• Identify causes of HVAC electrical control system problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test HVAC blower motors, resistors, switches, relays, modules, wiring, and protection devices; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test A/C compressor clutch relays, modules, wiring, sensors, switches, diodes, and protection devices; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test A/C related electronic engine control systems; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test engine cooling/condenser fan motors, relays, modules, switches, sensors, wiring, and protection devices; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test electric actuator motors, relays/modules, switches, sensors, wiring, and protection devices; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test HVAC system electrical/electronic control panel assemblies; determine needed action.
• Interface with vehicle’s on-board computer; perform diagnostic procedures using recommended electronic service tool(s) (including PC based software and/or data scan tools); determine needed action.

Mechanical Operating Systems and Related Controls

• Identify causes of HVAC air and mechanical control problems; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test HVAC system air and mechanical control panel assemblies; determine needed action.
• Inspect, test, and adjust HVAC system air and mechanical control cables and linkages; determine needed action.
• Inspect and test HVAC system actuators and hoses; determine needed action.
• Inspect, test, and adjust HVAC system ducts, doors, and outlets; determine needed action.

Refrigerant Recovery, Recycling, and Handling

• Maintain and verify correct operation of certified equipment.
• Identify and recover A/C system refrigerant.
• Recycle or properly dispose of refrigerant.
• Handle, label, and store refrigerant.
• Test recycled refrigerant for non-condensable gases.

DMC 0001 - Worker Characteristic

A. Attendance

1. Attends class as scheduled.
2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.

B. Character

1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
2. Displays dependability and reliability.
3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.

C. Teamwork

1. Respects the rights of others.
2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
3. As a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
4. Displays a customer service attitude.
5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.

D. Appearance

1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
3. Presents oneself professionally each day.

E. Attitude

1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
2. Displays self-confidence.
3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.

F. Productivity

1. Follows safety practices.
2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
3. Follows directions and procedures.
4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.

G. Organization Skills

1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.

H. Communications

1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.

I. Cooperation

1. Displays leadership skills.
2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
5. Follows requests of instructor.

J. Respect

1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DMC 0002 - Worker Characteristic

A. Attendance

1. Attends class as scheduled.
2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.

B. Character

1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
2. Displays dependability and reliability.
3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.

C. Teamwork

1. Respects the rights of others.
2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
3. As a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
4. Displays a customer service attitude.
5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.

D. Appearance

1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
3. Presents oneself professionally each day.

E. Attitude

1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
2. Displays self-confidence.
3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.

F. Productivity

1. Follows safety practices.
2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
3. Follows directions and procedures.
4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.

G. Organization Skills

1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.

H. Communications

1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.

I. Cooperation

1. Displays leadership skills.
2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
5. Follows requests of instructor.

J. Respect

1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DMC 1010 - Orientation

1. Computer System Check
   1. Perform a system check before logging in.  This checks the students’ computer to see if they need to change or adjust any settings so they can view all of the material in the lessons, quizzes, etc.
   2.  Use D2L to navigate and organize their class activities, assignments, and quizzes.
   3. Understand time management, commitments, and goals.
   4.  Identify “learning and thinking styles” in self and others.
   5. Build comprehension and listening practices online.
   6. Take effective notes using D2L
   7. Expand memory, study and online test-taking skills.
   8. Use Internet resources to reinforce learning (surfing / researching).
   9. Prepare for assignments in courses.
   10. Solve problems with critical thinking and ethics.
   11. Address safety and security issues using the Internet.
   12. Mediate for self and others using Netiquette.
   13. Become mindful of the safety and security of the Internet and Technology.
   14. Determine how to prepare and arrange for a “proctored test “.
   15. Learn strategies to overcome test anxiety.
   16. Become familiar with the online classes available.
   17. The safety and security of the Internet and taking an online course.

DMC 1020 - Management of Food

1. Examine the size and scope of the foodservice industry
2. Interpret an organizational chart
3. Determine client/resident preferences
4. Evaluate meal service systems
5. Help client/resident choose foods from selective menus
6. Prepare standardize
7. Forecast amounts of food
8. Determine amount to purchase
9. Receive, store, and distribute food, supplies, and equipment
10. Recommend cooking procedures
11. Recommend equipment
12. Verify quality
13.  Investigate safety and productivity
14.  Maintain department budget
15.  Implement cost effective procedures
16.  Manage revenue generating services
17.  Coordinate department servicesd recipes

DMC 1030 - Sanitation and Food Safety

DMC 1040 - Career Skills I   

DMC 1020 - Management of Food   

Course Description:
The Sanitation and Food Safety (S/S) concentrates on food safety management and sanitation principles. The causes and prevention of food-borne illnesses are studied in-depth. The Dietary Manager plays a major role in protecting food and identifying hygiene standards for foodservice workers. Other duties include identifying food protection factors through the steps and practices of purchasing, receiving and storage. The Dietary Manager must learn the proper preparation and service of safe food that includes; thawing, temperature, cooling and reheating. The basic principles involving equipment, physical facilities, water, plumbing, waste management, chemical safety and pest control are important aspects of this course. The responsibilities of providing a safe work environment, understanding the regulatory agencies, inspections, and crisis management are important aspects of this Sanitation and Food Safety (SS) Course.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Purchase, receive, store, and distribute food supplies and equipment following established sanitation and quality standards. 
2. Protect food in all phases of preparation, holding, service, cooking, and transportation using HACCP guidelines. 
3. Manage physical facilities to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation regulations. 
4. Conduct routine maintenance inspection of equipment 
5. Organize workflow and use of equipment. 

DMC 1040 - Career Skills I

1. Business Communications  
   1. Effective business communication, problem solving and negotiating skills.
   2. Learn how to communicate across cultures.
   3. Email and phone communication skills.
   4. Use of Internet and social media in business.
   5. How to participate in meetings.
   6. Give effective presentations.
2. Interpersonal Communications
   1. Be able to identify parts of the communication process and the barriers that exist.
   2. Learn how to present yourself in the work environment.
   3. Learn active listening.
   4. Identify and become aware of nonverbal communication.
   5. Become familiar with giving and receiving information.
   6. Learn how to address and handle workplace conflict professionally.

Module 2 - Work Discipline

1. Time Management 
   1. Demonstrate time management.
   2. Become more efficient and productive.
2. Self-Management 
   1. Manage goals and responsibilities.
   2. Manage emotions and behaviors.
   3. Cope with stress and change in workplace.
3. Employer Expectations 
   1. Understand how expected behaviors can influence and guide one to be successful and provide a more fulfilling job experience.
4. Job Performance Factor
   1. Demonstrate factors that increase job performance.

DMC 1050 - Field Training MFS

DMC 1040 - Career Skills I  

DMC 1020 - Management of Food  

DMC 1030 - Sanitation and Food Safety  

Course Description:
The field-training portion of the online program is designed to prepare the student to work as a Nutrition & Foodservice Professional in foodservice at an assisted living facility, nursing home, hospital, school, restaurant or correctional facility.  A Nutrition & Foodservice Professional (formerly Dietary Manager) works with Registered Dietitians to provide quality nutritional care for patient/residents.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Utilize the systems approach to procure, produce, and serve food to all customers.
2.  Provide a safe and sanitary environment for employees.
3.  Utilize appropriate supervisory management techniques.
4.  Provide appropriate quality nutritional care for the client.
5.  Meet all licensing and regulatory agency standards.
6.  Utilize business, marketing, and public relation skills to improve foodservice and nutrition to peers, patients, and community.
7.  Constantly strive for improved performance as a Nutrition & Foodservice Professional

DMC 1060 - Field Training S and S

DMC 1040 - Career Skills I  

DMC 1020 - Management of Food  

DMC 1030 - Sanitation and Food Safety  

DMC 1050 - Field Training MFS  

Industry Certifications Term 1 Foodservice Technician

Course Description:
The field-training portion of the online program is designed to prepare the student to work as a Nutrition & Foodservice Professional in foodservice at an assisted living facility, nursing home, hospital, school, restaurant or correctional facility.  A Nutrition & Foodservice Professional (formerly Dietary Manager) works with Registered Dietitians to provide quality nutritional care for patient/residents.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Utilize the systems approach to procure, produce, and serve food to all customers.
2.  Provide a safe and sanitary environment for employees.
3.  Utilize appropriate supervisory management techniques.
4.  Provide appropriate quality nutritional care for the client.
5.  Meet all licensing and regulatory agency standards. 

DMC 2010 - Nutrition and Diet Therapy

1. Document food preferences and customs 
2. Identify basic nutrition concepts 
3. Use basic nutrition principles 
4. Describe the process of digestion 
5. Compare the nutritional needs of life cycle 
6. Determine the basic concepts of medical nutrition therapy 
7. Explore alternative therapies 
8. Conduct nutritional screening 
9. Utilize nutrient intake information 
10. Interpret nutrition data 
11. Document nutritional data in the medical record 
12. Communicate client information to other health professionals 
13. Utilize nutrition data in care plan 
14. Evaluate the effectiveness of care plan 
15. Adapt teaching to client educational needs 
16. Implement CQI 
17. Participate in regulator agency surveys 
18. Plan menu and modifications 
19. Provide appropriate service 

DMC 2020 - Human Resources

1. Analyze management responsibilities
2. Interpret state and federal employment laws
3. Determine personnel needs
4. Write performance standards
5. Determine employee schedules
6. Use methods to empower staff
7. Conduct performance review
8. Manage change and diversity
9. Appreciate recruitment responsibilities
10. Interview employees
11. Analyze impact of employee unions
12. Implement required changes in foodservice department
13. Conduct department meeting
14. Meet goals and priorities for department
15. Present work procedures and plans
16. Manage staff development
17. Implement personal professionalism

DMC 2030 - Career Skills II

1. Teamwork 1
   1. Understanding the importance of team mission and goals
   2. Understanding the roles team members have in a team
   3. Recognizing behaviors that support building relationships with team members
   4. Understanding the stages of team development so you can best contribute to a team
   5. Recognizing that diversity in skills, experience, and background in team members can strengthen a team
   6. Identifying effective communication techniques for team members
2. Teamwork 2
   1. Understanding the importance of team mission and goals
   2. Understanding the roles team members have in a team
   3. Recognizing behaviors that support building relationships with team members
   4. Understanding the stages of team development so you can best contribute to a team
   5. Recognizing that diversity in skills, experience, and background in team members can strengthen a team
   6. Identifying effective communication techniques for team members

Module 2 - Customer Service Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

1. Customer Service
   1. Define customer service
   2. Identify the difference between customer service as a philosophy and customer service as an organization
   3. Recognize customer service as the responsibility of everyone in the organization
   4. Understand the differences and similarities between internal and external customers
   5. Identify the customer service skills that matter most

2. Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
   1. Consider four basic questions to ask when solving problems
   2. Learn to appreciate and identify the range of problem variables
   3. Gain an understanding of the role and importance of problem solving in today’s workplace
   4. Identify common types of workplace problems
   5. Consider problem solving as a cognitive psychological process
   6. Gain an understanding of common cognitive barriers that interfere with problem solving

DMC 2040 - Field Training Nutrition

1. Utilize the systems approach to procure, produce, and serve food to all customers.
2. Provide a safe and sanitary environment for employees.
3. Provide appropriate quality nutritional care for the client.
4. Constantly strive for improved performance as a Nutrition & Foodservice Professional

DMC 2050 - Field Training Human Resources

1. Utilize the systems approach to procure, produce, and serve food to all customers.
2. Provide a safe and sanitary environment for employees.
3. Utilize appropriate supervisory management techniques.
4. Provide appropriate quality nutritional care for the client.
5. Meet all licensing and regulatory agency standards.
6. Utilize business, marketing, and public relation skills to improve foodservice and nutrition to peers, patients, and community.
7. Constantly strive for improved performance as a Dietary Manager

DGD 0001 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DGD 0002 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DGD 0003 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DGD 1010 - Orientation

• Computer terminology
• Identifying and operating peripherals and other network devices
• Appropriate knowledge, security, and use of software
• Applying basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills
• File management and storage skills
• Procedures involved with importing and exporting
• Legal restrictions
• Identifying basic tools and equipment
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment

DGD 1020 - Technology Foundations

• Apply basic mathematical operations.
• Read, analyze, and interpret graphs.
• Effectively communicate in writing by using complete sentences, correct grammar, appropriate punctuation, and logical paragraph development.
• Apply basic communication skills to the graphics design field.
• Accurately read technical passages for information.

DGD 1030 - Visual Communication Concepts

• Identify the purpose, audience, and audience needs for preparing graphics.
• Demonstrate knowledge of standard copyright rules for artwork, graphics, and graphic use.
• Demonstrate knowledge of project management tasks and responsibilities.
• Communicate with others (such as peers and clients) about design plans.
• Exhibit knowledge of design elements and principles
• Choose appropriate ideas through the visual stages of layout (e.g., thumbnail, rough, comprehensive)
• Identify color theory terminology
• Demonstrate the use of color to create impact or effect
• Mix colors to obtain shades, tints, or neutrals
• Choose and apply appropriate color scheme
• Identify correct use of RGB and CMYK colors
• Identify and utilize Pantone Matching System (PMS)
• Apply communication skills for marketing (e.g., researching, brainstorming, sales techniques)

DGD 1040 - Layout and Design

DGD 1050 - Graphic Production Technology

• Identify production/printing terminology
• Manage fonts for distribution and production using various software and techniques
• Demonstrate proofing and preflighting (preparing for output)
• Provide job specifications for printer
• Demonstrate knowledge of job flow, various printing, and finishing    processes
• Determine what media/medium works best for a project
• Identify media by common size, weight, number, and  finish

DGD 2010 - Digital Illustration

• Identify drawing and digital illustration terminology
• Identify basic tools and materials (e.g., computer software, pencils,  paper)
• Render drawings to reflect various perspectives (e.g., atmospheric, three   point)
• Utilize different drawing techniques (e.g., line art, continuous tone, stipple, watercolor)
• Modify illustrations (e.g., size, color, stroke)
• Identify ways to import, export, and save images (e.g., scanning,   digitizing)

DGD 2020 - Digital and Print Portfolio

Students will also explore advanced features of Adobe InDesign that save time and effort while guaranteeing accuracy and precision, as well as, learn best practices and expert tips and tricks.

Students will create a personal brand (logo and style guide) and a portfolio of design work in Adobe Portfolio, on Bēhance, and as a PDF document and choose at least 10 designers to follow on Bēhance, Pinterest, and/or other social media.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will acquire the necessary skills to:

• Apply skills of database management and variable data printing
• Demonstrate techniques of 3-D  design
• Describe characteristics of design for different media (e.g., logos, magazines)
• Prepare and produce an online and print portfolio.

DGD 2030 - Practicum and Internship

• Produce project to client  specifications
• Demonstrate personal presentation skills (e.g., speaking, listening,  writing)
• Demonstrate ability to accept and/or give constructive  criticism
• Apply communication skills for marketing (e.g., researching, brainstorming, sales techniques)
• Exhibit ability to work with clients and as a team member; critique and refine ideas

DGD 3010 - Digital Publishing

• Demonstrate understanding of related math (e.g., proportion, percentages, basic measurements)
• Demonstrate ability to solve design  problems
• Identify image terminology (e.g., raster, vector, continuous tone, halftone, line art)
• Identify and explain various file formats (e.g., .pdf, .jpg, .png, .eps)
• Identify appropriate resolution for projects
• Manipulate images (e.g., restore, color correct, masking)

DGD 3020 - Multimedia and Animation

Students will also gain valuable skill in preparing digital files for reproduction, learn to make a successful transition from a digital image on screen via mechanical and physical processes, into a tangible format, experiment with motion graphics using Adobe Animate©, choose the right colors, textures, and typefaces for web, print, and video, and capture and refine video using Adobe Premiere©.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will acquire the necessary skills to:

• Identify photography terminology
• Demonstrate use of cameras and  accessories
• Apply copyright laws pertaining to photographs (e.g., stock photos, clip art, studio portraits)
• Identify image terminology (e.g., raster, vector, continuous tone, halftone, line art)
• Identify and explain various file formats (e.g., .pdf, .jpg, .png, .eps)
• Identify appropriate resolution for projects
• Manipulate images (e.g., restore, color correct, masking)

DGD 3030 - Multimedia Portfolio and Employability Skills

Students will also prepare a multimedia portfolio including video and motion graphics,   prepare Self-marketing materials, build an online job-search agent and utilize LinkedIn and other career and job search websites.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will acquire the necessary skills to:

• Define multimedia terminology
• Prepare multimedia presentations
• Prepare a portfolio of multimedia 

DGT 0001 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DGT 0002 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DGT 0003 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DGT 0004 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled.
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
   3. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
   4. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
   5. Follows requests of instructor.
10. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.

DGT 1010 - Orientation

1. Orient the new student to the class, and gain an understanding of what is expected as a student in the program.
2. Understand the rules and policies of the program.
3. Understand the safety aspects of the class and campus.
4. Demonstrate how to log on to a computer workstation.
5. Demonstrate how to access curriculum and shared data.
6. Successfully complete the required orientation and safety exam.

DGT 1020 - Drawing I

1. Demonstrate the proper use of basic tools used by the illustrator/designer.
2. Understand the basic principles of sketching and drawing composition.
3. Develop accurately drawn shadows or shadow effects appropriate to different light sources and object shapes.
4. Understand the basic structure of objects.
5. Understand units of measure.
6. Use standard predefined prototype or template files.
7. Create, edit, and modify basic geometry.
8. Understand the drawing scale and printing scale system.
9. Print illustrations, models, and/or designs.

DGT 1030 - Foundations of Graphic Design

1. Understand lines, shape, form, texture and balance.
2. Understand the difference between primary, secondary, complementary, and tertiary colors.
3. Identify and manipulate color: hue, saturation, and value.
4. Recognize graphic design as representative of the historical moment in which it was produced.
5. Discuss the impact of social, cultural, technological and economic developments on design.
6. Understand the relationship between form, context and meaning in visual communication.
7. Apply knowledge of the history of graphic design, visual communication and technology to design projects.
8. Become familiar with the evolution of design.
9. Become familiar with typography terms and font styles.
10. Become familiar with stock images.
11. Understand image usage rights.
12. Become familiar with the basic principles of composition and layout.
13. Create dynamic presentations in regard to color, form, history, and ethics.

DGT 1040 - Technology Foundations

1. Apply basic mathematical operations.
2. Read, analyze, and interpret graphs.
3. Effectively communicate in writing by using complete sentences, correct grammar, appropriate punctuation, and logical paragraph development.
4. Apply basic communication skills to the graphics design field.
5. Accurately read technical passages for information.

DGT 1050 - Computer Concepts

1. Identify the components of a personal computer system.
2. Demonstrate how to successfully locate information on the web.
3. Be familiar with the Windows environment, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat.
4. Demonstrate how to use file management for creating files and folders.
5. Demonstrate how to backup files and store data.
6. Understand how to install and uninstall software, whether it is supplied externally or as a Web download.
7. Understand the rights granted by: copyright law, a typical commercial software license, a shareware license, a freeware license, an open source license, and public domain software.

DGT 2010 - Photo Editing

1. Identify elements of the photo editing software’s user interface and apply knowledge of their functions.
2. Exhibit knowledge of layers and masks.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of importing, exporting, organizing, and saving.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of image resolution, size, and file format for digital, video, and print.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of design principles, type, elements, and image composition.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of color correction.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of digital photos, scanning devices, and how to access resulting images.
8. Understand key terminology of digital images.
9. Demonstrate knowledge of selections, measurement, guides, and rulers.
10. Apply basic and advanced editing techniques.
11. Demonstrate knowledge of drawing and painting.
12. Demonstrate knowledge of preparing images for web, print, and video.

DGT 2020 - Typography and Layout

1. Choose and combine fonts effectively for enhancement of designs.
2. Develop a typographic vocabulary and an understanding of typographic terminology.
3. Develop an awareness of the principle of typography and typographic design.
4. Space letters properly using tracking, kerning, and leading to create professional layouts.
5. Develop an awareness of the emotional and intellectual potential of type.
6. Develop skills in the working with typographic hierarchy.
7. Understand, identify, and apply basic design principles to layout and typography.
8. Develop visual aesthetics and styles.
9. Explore effective combinations of type and image to support a design concept.
10. Understand the relationship and interplay between display type, text type, and graphic imagery (photography, illustration, charts, etc.), within a specific frame of reference.
11. Create and format text.
12. Convert text to outlines.
13. Create master pages and work with multiple pages.
14. Work with graphics and text frames.
15. Prepare and package a document for print.

DGT 2030 - Web Page Design

1. Become familiar with the user interface of the web design software.
2. Create a sitemap.
3. Generate master pages, backgrounds, headers, and footers.
4. Import and embed graphics.
5. Create pages utilizing templates, and css (style sheet) layouts.
6. Create links and menus for navigation.
7. Create online forms.
8. Add tags, selectors, web fonts, widgets, and video.

DGT 3010 - Drawing II

1. Create thumbnails, sketches, roughs and comprehensives that effectively communicate creative thinking.
2. Produce composites effectively.
3. Design and produce effective digital illustrations and information graphics for use in media and print.
4. Employ appropriate software programs to generate graphic design projects.

DGT 3020 - Media Illustrations

1. Create vector images using basic shapes and objects.
2. Create symbols, charts and graphs.
3. Create layers and masks.
4. Import images, text, and linked files.
5. Create templates.
6. Edit vector images.
7. Trace raster images.
8. Create rollover images.
9. Draw images in perspective.
10. Work with art boards.
11. Use color, blends, gradients, and patterns.
12. Add text to documents, objects, and shapes.
13. Export .eps and .pdf files.
14. Prepare artwork for output.

DGT 3030 - Animation

1. Create elements, symbols, and basic text.
2. Import bitmap and vector images onto the stage.
3. Edit the properties of an element.
4. Implement the use of storyboarding and animatics.
5. Add keyframes to a composition to animate an element.
6. Integrate sound, graphics, and video.
7. Create motion tweens and shape tweens.
8. Edit the duration of an animation or composition.
9. Create fades and eases.
10. Create rollover effects and clickable buttons.
11. Publish a composition as a swf, mov, mp4, etc.

DGT 4010 - Advertising Design

1. Planning and generating ideas for advertisements.
2. Organize and manage resources and time.
3. Create thumbnail, roughs, and comps.
4. Prepare visual communications using the appropriate software.
5. Prepare digital designs, layouts, comprehensive proofs, storyboards, illustrations, and package for final print.

DGT 4020 - Digital Publishing

1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in applying Design Principles.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of Creating, Editing, and Styling Objects.
3. Correctly Format text in regard to Placement and Styling.
4. Understand how to Place and Format Graphics.
5. Apply Transparency and Special Effects.
6. Understand and Use Proper Typography Skills.
7. Create Long Documents.
8. Create Digital Publications.
9. Print and Export documents for Print and Multiscreen Devices.

DGT 4030 - Final Proj Digi Graphics Dsgn

1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in identified technical skills, understand and apply basic principles in the process of creating, analyzing, and evaluating a graphic design solution in relation to specific end uses.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of design process and problem solving methods
3. Demonstrate proficiency in design principles and process of contemporary design practice.
4. Demonstrate the ability to use design thinking strategies.
5. Demonstrate competency in technical skills applicable to graphic design.
6. Access information and employ this information for problem solving activities.
7. Communicate concepts and design solutions clearly and concisely through visual means.
8. Students will demonstrate proficiency in research, writing, communication and presentation skills.

DGT 4040 - Employability Skills

1. Students will practice interpersonal skills and become aware of personal qualities that will enable them to manage themselves and interact effectively with clients, co-workers, and supervisors.
2. Students will develop a resume, cover letter, and follow up letter geared toward obtaining employment in their chosen field of study.
3. Students will gain an understanding of career options and development pathways, transition skills (e.g. networking and interviewing) needed to progress to and within work.
4. Students will complete a final Portfolio of their work to showcase their talent and creativity in order to obtain employment.

DGT 4050 - Modeling & Animation

1. Create 3D objects by transforming 2D splines and shapes.
2. Create a model using NURBS, polygons, and surfaces.
3. Import vector image files.     
4. Create custom material from imported images.
5. Correctly apply mapping coordinates to a 3D form.
6. Apply basic global illumination to a scene.
7. Adjust light parameters to create a variety of lighting scenarios.
8. Incorporate renderings and 3D models into drawing sets.
9. Link objects to one another in an animation hierarchy.
10. Setup virtual cameras and adjust parameters.
11. Generate photorealistic renderings.
12. Identify production methods used in the industry.
13. Render and export 3D files for presentations.

DGT 4060 - Digital Illustration

1. Describe axonometric projection and drawing.
2. Create an isometric drawing given a multi-view drawing.
3. Measure along isometric axis.
4. Draw inclined and oblique surfaces in isometric.
5. Draw angles, ellipses and irregular curves in isometric.
6. Describe the advantages of oblique drawing.
7. Apply illustration methods using freehand techniques, digital illustration and solid modeling.
8. Demonstrate originality and creativity. 
9. Exhibit the ability to develop a concept from thumbnail to finish.
10. Apply critical thinking to solve problems.
11. Create, gather and utilize reference material.

DGT 4070 - Final Design Project - Digital Technical Illustrator

1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in identified technical skills, understand and apply basic principles in the process of creating, analyzing, and evaluating a graphic design solution in relation to specific end uses.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of design process and problem solving methods
3. Demonstrate proficiency in design principles and process of contemporary design practice.
4. Demonstrate the ability to use design thinking strategies.
5. Demonstrate competency in technical skills applicable to graphic design.
6. Access information and employ this information for problem solving activities.
7. Communicate concepts and design solutions clearly and concisely through visual means.
8. Students will demonstrate proficiency in research, writing, communication and presentation skills.

DPS 0001 - Worker Characteristics

• Attendance
• Character
• Teamwork
• Appearance
• Attitude
• Productivity
• Organizational Skills 
• Communication
• Cooperation
• Respect

DPS 0002 - Worker Characteristics

• Attendance
• Character
• Teamwork
• Appearance
• Attitude
• Productivity
• Organizational Skills 
• Communication
• Cooperation
• Respect

DPS 0003 - Worker Characteristic

• Attendance
• Character
• Teamwork
• Appearance
• Attitude
• Productivity
• Organizational Skills 
• Communication
• Cooperation
• Respect

DPS 0004 - Worker Characteristics

• Attendance
• Character
• Teamwork
• Appearance
• Attitude
• Productivity
• Organizational Skills Communication
• Cooperation
• Respect

DPS 0005 - Worker Characteristics

• Attendance
• Character
• Teamwork
• Appearance
•  Attitude
• Productivity
• Organizational Skills 
• Communication
• Cooperation
• Respect

DPS 1000 - Orientation and Computer Safety

• Identify Computer Parts and Tools
• Use manufacturer documentation
• Use safe techniques while working Inside Desktop Computers and Laptops 
• Various Motherboard form factors
• Understand BIOS and UEFI settings and Updates

DPS 1010 - Microsoft Word

• Enter text in a Word document 
• Check spelling as you type 
• Format paragraphs 
• Format text 
• Undo and redo commands or actions  Change theme colors 
• Insert digital pictures in a Word document
•  Format pictures 
• Add a page border 
• Adjust spacing 
• Change document properties
• Correct errors and revise a document 
• Print and read a document 
• Describe the MLS documentation style for research papers 
• Modify a style 
• Change line and paragraph spacing in a document 
• Use a header to number pages of a document 
•  Apply formatting using keyboard shortcuts 
• Modify paragraph indentation 

• Insert and edit citations and their sources 

• Add a footnote to a document 

• Insert a manual page break 

• Create a bibliographical list of sources 

• Cut, copy, and paste text 

• Find text and replace text 

• Find a synonym 

• Check spelling and grammar at once 

• Look up information

DPS 1020 - Introduction to Computer Concepts and Literacy

• Computer Terms
• Computer Components 
• Categories of Computers
• Internet Connections 
• Internet Access Providers 
• IP Address and Domain Name 
• Web Browser 
• Search Engine 
• Web Sites 
• Web Publishing 
• Categories of Application Software
• Operating Systems 
• Utility Programs 
• User Interface
• Graphics and Multimedia Programs 
• System Units 
• Components of Motherboard
• Processors 
• Memory 
• Expansion Slots and Adapter Cards 
• Ports 
• Connectors 
• Types of Buses 
• Power Supply 
• Input Devices 
• Output Devices 
• Storage Devices 
• Storage Media 
• Cloud Storage 

DPS 1030 - Windows Operating Systems

• Windows User Interface
• Objects on Desktop
• Start Menu
• Gadgets
• Documents Library
• Add and Remove icons
• Minimize, Maximize, Restore and Close Windows
• Scroll Windows
• Launch Programs
• Create, Name, and Save Documents
• Create and Name Folders
• Move Documents
• Add/Remove Shortcut on Start Menu
• Open, Modify and Print Multiple Documents
• Store Files on USB Flash Drive
• Delete Multiple Files and Folders
• Recycle Bin
• Properties of Files and Folders
• Cascade, Stack and View Windows
• Windows Photo Viewer
• Create, Save and Delete Desktop Theme
• Change Desktop Background
• View Sound Settings
• Change Mouse Pointers
• Change Screen Saver
• Unlock, Move, Hide and Resize the Taskbar
• Pinning and Unpinning Programs from the Taskbar
• Customize the Start Menu and Notification Area
• Change Folder Options and Restore Default Folder Options
• Open Control Panel and Switch Views
• View System Information and Hardware Properties
• Add and Remove a Printer
• Install and Uninstall a Program
• Account Privileges and Information
• View and Change Date, Time, and Time Zone
• Ease of Access Center Settings

DPS 1040 - Communications WWW and Internet

• Define Internet
• How is Internet Used
• How Individuals and Business Connect to Internet
• Web Site Characteristics
• Web Servers
• IP Addresses
• Domain Names
• Web Browsers
• Search Tools
• Web-Based E-Mail
• Streaming Media
• Download Files from Internet
• Networking Technologies
• E-Business

DPS 1050 - Advanced Computer Concepts and Literacy

• Computer Communications
•  LAN, MAN, WAN
• Client/Server and Peer-To-Peer Network
• Star, Ring and Bus Network
• Communications Standards
• Communications Software
• Types of Lines for Communications
• Home Network
• Physical and Wireless Transmission Media
• Databases
• Computer Security Risks
• IT Career Opportunities

DPS 1060 - Microsoft Excel

• Describe the Excel worksheet
• Enter text and numbers 
• Use the Sum button to sum a range of cells 
• Use the Sum button to sum a range of cells
• Enter a simple function 
• Copy the contents of a cell to a range of cells using the fill handle
• Supply cell styles  
• Format cells in a worksheet 
• Create a 3-D pie chart 
• Change a worksheet name and worksheet tab color 
• Change document properties 
• Preview and print a worksheet 
• Use the Auto Calculate area to display statistics 
• Correct errors on a worksheet  

DPS 2000 - Microsoft PowerPoint

• Select and change a document theme and variant 
• Create a title slide and a text slide with a multilevel bulleted list 
• Add new slides and change slide layouts 
• Insert photos and illustrations into slides with and without content placeholders 
• Move and resize photos and illustrations 
• Change font size and color 
• Bold and italicize text 
• Duplicate a slide 
• Arrange slides 
• Select slide transitions 
• View a presentation in Slide Show view 
• Print a presentation 
• Search for and download an online theme 
• Insert and format pictures 
• Insert and size a shape
•  Apply effects to a shape
• Add text to a shape
• Change the text font 
• Insert and format WordArt
•  Insert a picture to create a background 
• Format slide backgrounds 
• Find and replace text and check spelling 
• Add and print speaker notes  

DPS 2010 - HTML

• Basic HTML5 
• Notepad++ 
• Using WordPress: Domain Name, Using Themes , Design and Layout , Plugins,  Widgets,  Adding Pages,  Menus, Favicons,  Meta Tags,  Images and Galleries, Backgrounds, Contact Forms, Publish WordPress 

DPS 2020 - MAC Operating System

• OS X Desktop
• File Organization
• Spotlight
• Dock
• Toolbars
• Mission Control
• System Preferences
• OS X Programs
• Accounts
• Security
• Gatekeeper
• Networking
• File Sharing
• AirDrop
• Graphics
• Printing
• Sound
• Movies
• Speech
• Internet
• iCloudSafari
• Installation
• Troubleshooting

DPS 2030 - Electrical Circuits

• Use base units for specifying and calculating energy and work 
• Understand energy conversion and conversion efficiency 
• List and explain the characteristics of the major particles of an atom 
• Explain the nature of electric charge
• Describe and correctly use units of charge, current, voltage, resistance, and power 
• Describe current in solids, liquids, and gases 
• Understand the difference between power and energy 
• Express the relationship between energy, charge, and voltage 
• List and explain five ways of producing voltage 
• Understand the relationship between schematic diagrams and physical circuits 
• Use Ohm’s law to calculate the current, voltage, and resistance in simple circuits 
• Calculate the power of a circuit when any two of the three quantities voltage, current, and resistance are known or can be determined 
• Identify common electric components and their schematic symbols 
• Measure and specify wire size for electric conductors 
• Understand the operating principles of electric components 

DPS 2040 - Linux

• Download and Install VirtualBox
• Download and Install Ubuntu into VirtualBox
• Ubuntu: Desktop, Launcher, Menu Bar, The Dash, Applications, Workspaces, Home Folder, File Manager, Network Manager, Ubuntu Software Center, Terminal, Troubleshooting 

DPS 2050 - PC Hardware/Basic Assembly

• Learn different hardware components that are inside and connected to a computer 
• Basic ways to protect yourself and your computer system as you work on a computer 
• Steps in boot process
• How to use Device Manager and System Information to examine the system 
• Form factors and types of motherboards 
• Components on the motherboard 
•  Basic procedure for building a computer 
• How to install a motherboard 
• How to troubleshoot a motherboard and the electrical system 
• Different kinds of RAM used on the motherboard 
• How to upgrade memory modules 
• How to troubleshoot memory 
• How hard drives work and organize data 
• How to install a hard drive 
• Optical storage technologies and external and removable storage 
• How to manage and troubleshoot hard drives 
• How peripherals work 
• How to connect peripherals using ports, wireless connections and expansion slot 
• Input and output devices
• Characteristics of printers 
• Various types of printers and how they work
• How to maintain printers and troubleshoot printer problems 
• Guidelines to use when upgrading or purchasing a new PC 
• How to prepare for assembling a PC
• How to assemble a PC from parts purchased separately 

DPS 2060 - Computer Technician Fundamentals

• Identify Computer Parts and Tools
• Use manufacturer documentation
• Use safe techniques while working Inside Desktop Computers and Laptops 
• Various Motherboard form factors
• Understand BIOS and UEFI settings and Updates
• Record computer information and document work performed.

DPS 3000 - Operating Systems Technology

 

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to perform or demonstrate knowledge of:

• Test, remove and reinstall a CPU
• Test and upgrade RAM
• Test power supplies and select suitable replacements
• Evaluate CPU cooling systems
• Test, install and configure hard drives
• Use Microsoft cloud services
• Be familiar with Windows keyboard shortcuts

DPS 3010 - PC Troubleshooting, Maintain and Repair

 

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to perform or demonstrate knowledge of:

• Use the Windows Upgrade Assistant
• Installing Windows
• Perform Windows update
• Install Windows as a virtual machine
• Install and support various I/O Devices
• Back up and restore files
• Perform hard drive maintenance
• Use the Windows command line

DPS 3020 - Operating Systems Troubleshooting

• Use Windows Administrative Tools and Microsoft Management Console
• Use the Windows Registry Editor
• Diagnose and correct performance issues
• Understand IT ethics and standards of conduct
• Locate, install and update device drivers
• Understand the Windows startup process
• Use various tools to restore and/or recover systems and data

DPS 3030 - Windows, Networks, and Mobile Devices

• Understand the OSI Model
• Network two computers and view/transfer files
• Setup and configure a wireless router
• Identify network cable types and terminate with RJ-45 modular plugs
• Understand the use of Android/iOS apps and how apps are developed
• Understand Windows network accounts and permissions
• Map a network drive on Windows

DPS 3040 - Security, Printing, Linux and Mac

• Implement computer security strategies
• Diagnose and remove malware infections
• Use encryption to secure digital data
• Install and share a local printer
• Install and configure a network printer
• Use Oracle VirtualBox to install and configure virtual machines
• Use and manage the Mac OS
• Install, use and manage Ubuntu Linux
• Use remote access tools to access computer remotely

DPS 3050 - Basic Network Systems

• Identify types of applications and protocols used on a network
• Distinguish between client/server and peer-to-peer models used to control access to a network
• Describe various networking hardware devices and the most common physical topologies
• Describe the seven layers of the OSI model
• Explore best practices for safety when working with networks and computers
• Describe the seven-step troubleshooting model for solving a networking problem
• Describe how computers and other devices are addressed on a network
• Explain how host names and domain names work
• Identify how ports and sockets work at the OSI Transport layer
• Demonstrate how IP addresses are assigned and formatted at the OSI Network layer

       Use command-line tools to troubleshoot problems with network addresses 

DPS 3060 - TCP/IP and Routing

• Identify and explain the functions of the core TCP/IP protocols
• Explain the purposes and properties of routing and describe common IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols
• Employ multiple TCP/IP utilities for network discovery and troubleshooting

DPS 3070 - Physical Layer Devices and Media

• Identify the best practices for managing network and cabling equipment in commercial buildings and work areas
• Explain issues related to managing power and the environment in which networking equipment operates
• Describe characteristics of NIC and Ethernet interfaces
• Troubleshoot network devices and create a network map to be used for network troubleshooting
• Explain basic data transmission concepts, including signaling, data modulation, multiplexing, bandwidth, baseband, and broadband
• Describe the physical characteristics and Ethernet standards of coaxial cable, STP, UTP, and fiber-optic media
• Compare the benefits and limitations of different networking media
• Explore the connectors, converters, and couplers for each cabling type
• Examine common cable problems and differentiate between various tools for troubleshooting those problems

DPS 4000 - Secure Communication and Wireless

• Explain how nodes exchange wireless signals
• Identify potential obstacles to successful wireless transmission and their repercussions, such as interference and reflection
• Understand WLAN (wireless LAN) architecture
• Specify the characteristics of popular WLAN transmission methods, including 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
• Install and configure wireless access points and their clients
• Explore wireless security concerns
• Evaluate common problems experienced with wireless networks
• Identify the features and benefits of cloud computing
• Explain methods for remotely connecting to a network
• Discuss VPNs (virtual private networks) and the protocols they rely on
• Understand methods of encryption, such as IPsec, SSL/TLS, SFTP, and SSH, that can secure data in storage and in transit
• Describe how user authentication protocols such as RADIUS, TACACS+, EAP, and Kerberos function
•  Recognize symptoms of connectivity and security problems commonly encountered with remote connections

DPS 4010 - Securing and Monitoring a Network

• Assess a network’s security needs and vulnerabilities
• Describe security risks associated with people, hardware, software, and Internet access
• Discuss the elements of an effective security policy
• Apply appropriate security measures and devices when designing a network
• Prevent and respond to malware infections
• Describe the basic concepts of network management
• Utilize system and event logs to evaluate, monitor, and manage network performance
• Explain how unified communications, including voice and video transmissions, affect network performance
• Explain three common quality of service techniques
• Troubleshoot network availability issues and evaluate network redundancy measures

DPS 4020 - Network Services and Design

• Describe methods of network design unique to TCP/IP networks, including subnetting, CIDR, and address translation
• Explain virtualization and identify characteristics of virtual network components
• Describe techniques for incorporating virtual components in VLANs
• Explain the advanced features of a switch and understand popular switching techniques, including VLAN management
• Identify methods of combining VM and VLAN technologies

DPS 4030 - Network Implementation and Troubleshooting

 

Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to perform or demonstrate knowledge of:

• Identify a variety of uses for WANs
• Explain different WAN topologies, including their advantages and disadvantages
• Compare the characteristics of WAN technologies, including their switching type, throughput, media, security, and reliability
• Describe several WAN transmission and connection methods, including dial-up, ISDN, T-carriers, frame relay, DSL, broadband cable, broadband over powerline, ATM, SONET, MPLS, and Metro Ethernet
• Identify significant components of an industrial control system or SCADA system
• Inventory and manage network assets and identify significant business documents
• Create and follow appropriate change management procedures for major and minor network changes
• Identify significant physical security controls to limit or monitor access to secure areas
• Describe the components of a reliable disaster recovery plan and a defensible incident response plan

DPS 5000 - MAC OS Troubleshooting

• OS X Installation and Configuration 
• User Accounts 
• File Systems 
• Data Management
• Applications and Processes 
• Network Configuration 
• Network Services 
• System Management  

DPS 5010 - Apple Hardware: Troubleshoot, Maintain & Repair

• Tools and Practices
• Hardware and Technologies 
• Troubleshoot and Repair both Desktop and Portable Apple Systems

DPS 5020 - Computer Technician Practicum I

• Tools and Practices
• Hardware and Technologies 
• Troubleshoot and Repair both Desktop and Portable Devices
• Exercise good customer relations and work ethics

DPS 5030 - Computer Technician Practicum II

• Tools and Practices
• Hardware and Technologies 
• Troubleshoot and Repair both Desktop and Portable
• Diagnose and correct networking problems in live-work assignments
• Work ethics
•  Professionalism in dress and customer relations 

ECE 0001 - Worker Characteristic

1. Attendance
   1. Attends class as scheduled
   2. Arrives/leaves on time (no tardies).
   3. Notifies instructor prior to or day of being absent.
2. Character
   1. Displays loyalty, honesty, trustworthiness.
   2. Displays dependability and reliability.
   3. Displays initiative, self-discipline and self-responsibility.
   4. Displays self-discipline and performs what is asked of them.
3. Teamwork
   1. Respects the rights of others.
   2. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
   3. Is a team worker that is cooperative, mannerly, and appropriately assertive.
   4. Displays a customer service attitude.
   5. Seeks opportunities for continuous learning from others.
4. Appearance
   1. Demonstrates appropriate dress indicative of trade.
   2. Demonstrates professional grooming and hygiene.
   3. Presents oneself professionally each day.
5. Attitude
   1. Displays a positive and professional attitude.
   2. Displays self-confidence.
   3. Displays high expectations of success in trade.
6. Productivity
   1. Follows safety practices.
   2. Maintains a neat and clean work area.
   3. Follows directions and procedures.
   4. Completes assignments in keeping with deadlines.
7. Organization Skills
   1. Prioritizes and manages class time.
   2. Demonstrates flexibility in handling change.
8. Communications
   1. Displays appropriate nonverbal skills (eye contact, body language).
   2. Displays appropriate listening skills.
   3. Uses appropriate language on a professional level.
9. Cooperation
   1. Displays leadership skills.
   2. Appropriately handles criticism, conflicts and complaints.
10. Demonstrates problem-solving capabilities.
11. Maintains appropriate relationships with instructors and peers.
12. Follows requests of instructor.
13. Respect
    1. Engages with cultural and racial diversity in a professional manner.
    2. Refrains from engaging in harassment of any kind.
    3. Encourages others to avoid harassment.