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Power Train I
Course: CTT116

First Term: 2003 Spring
 Lec + Lab   3 Credit(s)   5 Period(s)   4.4 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Basic components and operations of power train systems used in Caterpillar machines. Covers basic components, clutches, manual shift transmissions, and power shift transmissions



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Explain basic principles and components of the power train, including drive systems. (I)
2. Identify couplings and explain their function in the power train. (II)
3. Contrast manual and power shift transmissions, and explain controls for the power shift transmission. (III)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Power Train
   A. Fundamental principles
   B. Basic components
   C. Drive systems
II. Couplings
   A. Flywheel clutch
   B. Basic components of the power train
III. Transmissions
   A. Manual shift
   B. Power shift
   C. Controls for the power shift transmission
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:  3/25/2003

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