Premier Truck Group and Universal Technical Institute have teamed up to meet the growing demand for trained diesel truck technicians. The 12-week program provides Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) Systems Certification in the web-based Get Ahead Program. Heavy Duty Truck Systems - Weeks 1 & 2: Introduction of DTNA Connect and service info, Brakes, Clutch, Air System, Wheel End, Power Steering, Suspension, Truck Side PM, DOT Electrical Troubleshooting - Weeks 3 & 4: 12 volt electrical theory, multi-meter use, voltage drop, amperage & resistance checks, charging & starting system, troubleshooting using approved DTNA tools. Electronic Systems - Weeks 5 & 6: Introduction to sensor operation such as: position, pressure, temperature, variable resistor, resistive ladder, potentiometer, pull up, pull down circuits, AC signal generator, Hall-Effect, FET. ECM operation, datalink overview & troubleshooting, fault codes. Introduction to Diagnostic Link software and troubleshooting fault codes on truck side. HVAC - Weeks 7 & 8: HVAC theory, HVAC component overview, use of AC machine, leak detection, compressor oil balancing, HVAC control strategies, troubleshooting, 609 A/C certification. Diesel Engine Theory & Component Overview - Weeks 9 & 10: Basic operation, overview of coolant, fuel, lube system. Introduction of Power Service Literature, PM & intervals as outlined in DTNA literature. Tear down and inspection of classroom engine using proper service procedures and tooling. DD Basic Diagnostics - Week 11: Overview of engine side diagnostic troubleshooting using DTNA required tooling and software. Diagnosing symptom and fault based complaints. Fuel & After Treatment - Week 12: Overview of fuel system and after treatment theory & strategy. Timeline of EPA levels for heavy duty trucks, component overview operation & familiarization of EPA 07 - GHG17 emissions levels. Troubleshooting common fuel system & after treatment complaints utilizing DTNA required tooling & software.
