Heavy-Duty Truck Technician (TTEC)

TTEC 111 Introduction to Heavy-Duty Truck Technologies
(6 Credits, Fall)

Introduction to heavy-duty commercial vehicle terminology, design, and classification. Includes S/P2 Safety certification, shop safety, personal protective equipment requirements and application, basic first aid, fire extinguisher procedures, and appropriate situational action. Also includes proper use of shop and hand tools, basic oxyacetylene torch, plasma cutting, arc welding, lifting requirements, and hoisting equipment usage. Students will identify careers, employability skills, and common workplace practices within the industry. PREREQ: Program orientation and successful completion of any two general education courses, or PERM/CHAIR. PRE/COREQ: TTEC 121 and TTEC 131. (2 lecture hours, 12 lab hours, 6 credits)

TTEC 121 Basic Electrical
(3 Credits, Fall)

Introduction to electrical terminology, fundamental principles, and testing and servicing of heavy-duty truck electrical systems. Includes the use of a multimeter to test battery, starting, charging, and lighting circuits on the truck along with the aid of wiring diagrams. PREREQ: TTEC 111. PRE/COREQ: TTEC 131. (1 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credits)

TTEC 131 Fundamentals of Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines
(3 Credits, Fall)

This course introduces the student to common engine systems theory and operations. During the four weeks, students will learn to disassemble, inspect for reuse, and reassemble a 12 to 15-liter heavy-duty diesel engine to a running condition. Team operation and clear concise reporting on daily activities will also be targeted as an essential technician trait. Students will learn access and manipulation of the original equipment manufacturer's online service information systems and the specifications contained in them. Team building and soft skills are required throughout the five weeks as students use multiple common tools and work with a lab partner, sharing common grades for team activities. The skills students will learn have been identified by our industry as critical to safe and effective performance on the job. PREREQ: TTEC 111 and TTEC 121. (1 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credits)

TTEC 141 Heavy-Duty Braking Systems
(3 Credits, Spring)

Fundamental principles and basic service of braking systems. PREREQ: TTEC 131. PRE/COREQ: TTEC 151, TTEC 161, and TTEC 171. (1 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credits)

TTEC 151 Drivetrains
(3 Credits, Spring)

Introduction to power transmission devices including theory and maintenance procedures on clutches, transmissions, drivelines, and differentials. PREREQ: TTEC 141. PRE/COREQ: TTEC 161 and TTEC 171. (1 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credits)

TTEC 155 Truck Driving Skills
(1 Credit, Summer)

This course provides students with the driving time needed to develop the operator skills necessary to successfully attain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Students are required to obtain instructor verification of the following prior to registration: completion of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 30-hour theory, valid Idaho Commercial Driver Learners Permit, and valid Division of Transportation (DOT) physical examination. PREREQ: TTEC 120, TTEC 130, TTEC 140, and PERM/INST. (0 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credits)

TTEC 161 Suspension and Steering Systems
(3 Credits, Spring)

Suspension and steering system theory and maintenance with diagnostic procedures on simulators and actual equipment. PREREQ: TTEC 141 and 151. PRE/COREQ: TTEC 171. (1 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credits)

TTEC 171 Preventive Maintenance and CDL Prep
(3 Credits, Spring)

Fundamentals of vehicle maintenance and vehicle pre-delivery inspection. Includes terminology, fundamental operating principles, and basic service procedures required for heavy-duty class 8 truck applications. PREREQ: TTEC 141, TTEC 151, and TTEC 161. (1 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credits)

TTEC 181 Truck Driving Skills
(1 Credit, Summer)

This four-week course provides the driving experience and preparation needed to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). After registering, students will coordinate with the instructor to select one week for full-day, hands-on training. The remaining three weeks focus on independent CDL exam preparation. Instructor verification is required before registration, confirming completion of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 30-hour theory course, a valid Idaho Commercial Driver Learner's Permit, and a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) physical. PREREQ: TTEC 171 and PERM/INST. (0 lecture hours, 3 lab hours, 1 credits)

TTEC 199 Heavy-Duty Truck Technician Special Topics
(1-5 Credits, Varies)

This course is designed to permit the offering of special topics appropriate to a student's program. Regular or frequently recurring topics are not offered under this title. The course may be repeated as new topics are presented. (1 lecture hours, 0 lab hours, 1 credits)

TTEC 211 Fuel, Air, and Emissions
(6 Credits, Fall)

This course will cover fuel systems, turbo chargers, air intake systems, and emissions that govern the operation of newer heavy-duty truck diesel engines. PREREQ: TTEC 171. PRE/COREQ: TTEC 221 and TTEC 231. (2 lecture hours, 12 lab hours, 6 credits)

TTEC 221 Electrical/Electronic Systems
(3 Credits, Fall)

Advanced system theory with diagnostic procedures on simulators and actual equipment. PREREQ: TTEC 211. PRE/COREQ: TTEC 231. (1 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credits)

TTEC 231 HVAC
(3 Credits, Fall)

HVAC electrical control systems and system diagnostics. PREREQ: TTEC 211 and TTEC 221. (1 lecture hours, 6 lab hours, 3 credits)

TTEC 241 Truck Dealership Practices
(12 Credits, Spring)

This course provides practical application of essential skills required for entry-level work in a truck dealership. Projects will be assigned by an instructor for each individual student and may take place within an industry or lab setting. Students may perform tasks on many different levels and a wide variety of subjects such as, but not limited to, the following areas: preventive maintenance, brakes, steering and suspension, alignment, electrical, electronics, emissions, engine repair, fabrication, transmission, clutch, differentials, engine performance, and heating and air conditioning. As an added benefit, students will receive OEM credentials from PACCAR and Freightliner. PREREQ: TTEC 231. (4 lecture hours, 24 lab hours, 12 credits)