Required Pearson eBook Acknowledgment

This course requires the assigned Pearson eBook. Students are responsible for purchasing or otherwise lawfully obtaining access to the required Pearson eBook for their own educational use. Pearson may maintain its own access roster identifying students who have activated or accessed the required eBook materials.

The required Pearson eBook is available for approximately $15.00 through the Pearson enrollment link below.

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Before continuing in this course, students must acknowledge that they understand the Pearson eBook requirement and are responsible for having lawful access to the required course materials.

About This Course

This course updates the technician’s knowledge and understanding of modern diesel vehicles. Students will learn the theory, operation, and diagnostic procedures associated with diesel engine systems, including modern emissions and aftertreatment technologies used to meet current environmental standards.

The course covers fundamental diesel concepts such as diesel engine operation, compression ignition principles, air intake systems, turbocharging, fuel delivery systems, and diesel aftertreatment OBD II monitor strategies.

Students will also gain an understanding of advanced diesel technologies including High-Pressure Common Rail (HPCR) systems, Hydraulically Actuated Electronic Unit Injector (HEUI) systems, exhaust aftertreatment systems, and emission reduction strategies used on modern diesel vehicles.

This course may help students strengthen the foundational knowledge necessary to prepare for ASE diesel-related certification testing, including Medium/Heavy Truck diesel engine and emissions-related ASE exams. However, successful completion of this course alone does not guarantee passing any ASE certification examination.

Our instructor has over 25 years of experience in the automotive industry and serves as both a technical advisor and automotive instructor. Each chapter includes a video presentation and end-of-chapter assessments designed to reinforce student learning. At the conclusion of the course, students must complete a final assessment with a passing score of 70% or higher to receive proof of completion.

Please note that course materials cannot be fast-forwarded, and all lecture videos must be viewed in their entirety.

Subjects Covered Include

• Diesel Engine Operation
• Compression Ignition Theory
• Air Induction and EGR Systems
• Turbocharging Systems
• High-Pressure Common Rail (HPCR) Diesel Fuel Systems
• Hydraulically Actuated Electronic Unit Injector (HEUI) Systems
• Exhaust and Aftertreatment Systems
• Diesel Emissions Systems
• OBD II Diesel Monitors
• Diesel Diagnostic Procedures
• Modern Diesel Engine Management Systems