Basic Fuel and Air Systems

The Basic Diesel Fuel and Air Systems Microcredential is comprised of 6 online learning modules covering basic diesel engine fuel delivery and air induction systems in the heavy equipment industry.

Instruction Method

Online

Time to Complete

Hours

Credit or Non-Credit

Non-credit

Cost

Regular Price $99 NOW offered for FREE due to the Empire State Development NY Empowers Grant

Number of Hours

4 hrs

Skills

Diesel fuel system operation, Explain diesel combustion, Fuel system identification, Injector types and operation, Turbochager operation

Stackable Degrees

A.A.S Business Administration, A.S Business Administration, AAS Agricultural Business, AAS Agricultural Science, AAS Animal Science, AAS Power and Machinery, B.B.A Business Administration, B.B.A Culinary Management, BS Agricultural Business, BS Animal Science, BT Agricultural Business, BT Agricultural Equipment Technology, BT Animal Science

Career Outlook

There is a need to train current mechanics at heavy equipment dealerships, farms, and independent shops. According to AED (Associated Equipment Distributors), “the equipment industry has a job opening rate three times higher than the national average,” and “among AED member respondents, 95% agree there is a skills gap in the industry.”