Engine Course Curriculum - E101

E101

Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Fundamentals

This introductory course gives students a practical foundation in heavy duty diesel engine construction, operation, inspection and basic service. Students learn safe shop practices, identify major engine components and complete supervised maintenance and basic testing activities.

What Students Will Be Able to Do

Explain the four stroke diesel cycle and basic combustion process.
Identify major internal and external engine components.
Locate and interpret engine identification information and basic service specifications.
Perform a structured visual engine inspection.
Check common fluids, filters, belts, hoses and cooling system components.
Recognize basic no start, overheating, smoke and low power symptoms.
Use common hand tools, a torque wrench and basic test equipment safely.

Level	Starter
Duration	3 days / 18 instructional hours
Tuition	$1,295 CAD
Delivery	Theory demonstrations and hands on shop training
Prerequisite	No previous diesel experience required.
Completion	Certificate of Completion

Day 1 Safety and engine operation

Topics and Knowledge	Practical Learning Activities
Shop orientation, PPE, hazard awareness, lockout and safe lifting principles Diesel cycle, compression ignition and combustion fundamentals Engine blocks, heads, liners, pistons, crankshafts, camshafts and valve trains Engine identification plates, model information and service literature	Identify components on training engines Complete a safety and engine identification worksheet

Day 2 - Inspection and preventive maintenance

Topics and Knowledge	Practical Learning Activities
Lubrication system components and oil flow Cooling system operation, coolant, thermostats, pumps and radiators Air intake, exhaust, belts, hoses, filters and common leak points Preventive maintenance intervals and inspection documentation	Perform a visual engine inspection Check fluids, filters, belts, hoses and cooling system condition

Day 3 - Basic testing and symptom recognition

Topics and Knowledge	Practical Learning Activities
Battery, cranking and starting system overview Introduction to scan tools, diagnostic connectors and fault codes Recognizing no start, overheating, smoke, misfire and low power complaints Repair documentation and post service checks	Complete basic battery and starting checks Retrieve and record fault codes Prepare an inspection report and recommended next steps

Student Evaluation

Safety and professional shop practices
Participation in demonstrations and practical activities
Short knowledge checks or review questions
Completion of assigned inspection, diagnostic or measurement worksheets
Final practical task, case study or instructor evaluation

Course Completion

Students who meet the attendance requirements and successfully participate in the required learning and evaluation activities will receive a Certificate of Completion for this course.

Build practical heavy-duty repair skills with training designed around real shop work.

Contact us to discuss the right starting level, upcoming class dates, group training or a customized program for your fleet or repair shop.