MCCCD Program Description

Caterpillar Dealer Internship IV

Course: CTT206

First Term: 2003 Spring

Laboratory 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s) 0 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: P

Description: Application of skills and knowledge gained in CTT coursework in an internship in a dealership environment. Develops professional skills required of Caterpillar service technician. Provides experience in lubrication systems, engine air induction systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, timing systems, failure analysis, diagnosis, and troubleshooting of specific types of Caterpillar equipment. Requires intern to complete a list of learning objectives, keep a logbook, and be evaluated by dealership supervisor and internship coordinator

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Select proper oil grades, viscosities, and additive packages for Caterpillar engines. (I) 2. Measure and evaluate temperatures and pressures throughout the oil and air systems of an operating engine. (II) 3. Calculate coolant temperature and pressure differential across an engine or radiator. (III) 4. Evaluate horsepower and fuel rates. (IV) 5. Determine the effects on a mechanically governed engine`s set point, horsepower, and boost caused by changing fuel settings, high idle, and timing. (V) 6. Measure and adjust dynamic timing advance on a mechanically governed engine. (V) 7. Explain the principles of failure analysis, and describe the habits and methods of experienced troubleshooters. (VIII) 8. Using lab exercises sheets, identify machine controls, locate and identify engine components, hydrostatic components, power train and hydraulic components on the various (CCE) Compact Construction Equipment machine available for the course. (IX) 9. Explain the function of major Lexion Combine components, flow of material through the combine; locate and identify major combine components; and explain the differences between the six Lexion Combine models. (X) 10. Locate and identify components related to the pilot system, hydraulic pump and pump control system, hydraulic control valve, swing control system, travel control system and the electronic control system. Trace oil flow through the various systems and perform testing and adjusting procedures as outlined in the unit.
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. Engine Oil and Lube Systems A. Caterpillar engine lube systems B. Special marking of crankcase dipsticks C. Excessive oil consumption D. Lube system problems E. Lube system troubleshooting II. Engine Air Induction Systems A. Caterpillar air induction system B. Air system troubleshooting techniques C. Temperature sensing devices D. Air system troubleshooting III. Engine Cooling Systems A. Cooling system calculations B. Cooling system troubleshooting C. Cooling system maintenance IV. Engine Fuel Systems A. Fuel system troubleshooting techniques B. Fuel related tooling C. Fuel system diagnostics V. Engine Timing and Timing Advance VI. 3126 and 3176B Engines A. 3126B HEUI engine B. 3176B engine VII. Electronic Engine Diagnostics VIII. Applied Failure Analysis and Troubleshooting Logic A. Failure analysis management B. Metallurgy C. Wear D. Fractures E. Troubleshooting and logic IX. Compact Construction Equipment (CCE) A. 902/906/908 Compact Wheel Loaders B. Skid steer loaders C. Mini-hydraulic excavators X. Lexion Combines and Challenger Agriculture Tractors A. Lexion Combine machine systems B. Lexion Combine harvesting systems C. Lexion Combine troubleshooting with the LDS3000 D. E-Series Challengers 65/75/85/95 E. Challenger 35/45/55 Electronic Systems XI. 325B Hydraulic Excavator A. 325B Hydraulic Excavator pilot control system B. 325B Hydraulic Excavator pump and pump control system C. 325B Hydraulic Excavator control valve D. 325B Hydraulic Excavator swing control system E. 325B Hydraulic Excavator travel control system F. 325B Hydraulic Excavator electronic control system XII. Off-Highway Trucks, Articulated Trucks, Wheel Tractor Scrapers, and Motor Graders A. Off-highway trucks B. Articulated trucks C. Wheel tractor scrapers D. Motor graders

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 3/25/2003

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.