Diesel Engine Basics

Learn about the components, internal combustion, and inner workings of a diesel engine with this free online course.

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Price: Free

Method: online

Duration: 3-4 hours

Certification: certificate

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Overview

Without exception, the reciprocating piston engine is the most influential machine ever invented by mankind. From its early beginnings as a steam engine, the piston engine has revolutionized the way we live, work, and travel. This free online course, "Diesel Engine Basics" will teach you all about the internal combustion engine.

This course covers the parts of diesel engines, and is designed to bring you up to speed with internal combustion engine speed and compression ignition knowledge. Even if you already have some background knowledge, this course will serve as an efficient diesel fuel system refresher. Interactive 3D models are used extensively to show you each individual engine component and how these components work together to complete useful work.

The course is packed with images, animations, interactive 3D models, and high quality written content. Written content has been read aloud so that you can 'learn on the go' without needing to watch the screen constantly. Start this course today and learn about the inner workings of the diesel engine.

Certification

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Description

Learn about the theory of application, components, systems, terminology, basic cycles for diesel engines, and the use of interactive 3D models extensively.

Requirements

This course has no formal entry requirements. It is open to anyone with an interest in the topic. Basic literacy and internet access are all you need to get started.

Career Plan

This course supports careers in civil engineering, construction management, project planning, or technical consulting. Infrastructure and construction are essential industries with strong long-term employment prospects.