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  • Fundamentals of Diesel Engines

    Credits : 4 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course covers the basic introductory principles of the diesel engine and the fundamentals of the diesel power cycle. Other aspects of the diesel engine such as: engine protective measures, fuel delivery systems and control, and speed control devices, are covered.

    Topics:

    • Introduction and History of the Diesel Engine
    • Major Components of a Diesel Engine
    • Diesel Engine Support Systems
    • Exhaust System
    • Operational Terminology
    • The Basic Diesel Cycles
    • The Four-Stoke Cycle
    • The Two-Stroke Cycle
    • Engine Control Devices
    • Fuel Injectors
    • Operation of a Governor
    • Starting Circuits
    • Engine Protection

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
    (must be logged into your user account)


    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: suitable course for electrical, mechanical, civil, energy, chemical, environmental, construction,and industrial engineers.
    Publication Source: US Dept. of Energy

    Donald Parnell, PE

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