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MindTap for Bennett's Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Engines, Fuel & Computerized Management Systems, 4 terms Instant Access, 6th Edition

Sean Bennett

  • Copyright 2021
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MindTap for Bennett's Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Engines, Fuel & Computerized Management Systems, 4 terms Instant Access 6th Edition by Sean Bennett
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MindTap for Bennett's MEDIUM/HEAVY DUTY TRUCK ENGINES, FUEL & COMPUTERIZED MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, Sixth Edition, is a platform that propels students from memorization to mastery. It gives you complete control of your course, so you can provide engaging content, challenge every learner, and build student confidence. MindTap: Powered by You.

Customize interactive syllabi to emphasize priority topics, then add your own material or notes to the eBook as desired. This outcomes-driven application gives you the tools needed to empower students and boost both understanding and performance.

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Sean Bennett

Sean Bennett is a former program coordinator for the Truck and Diesel Department at Centennial College as well as a former corporate trainer for Mack Trucks. During a 20-year tenure at the college, he authored new curricula, helped overhaul existing course offerings and chaired a wide range of curriculum development committees for the Province of Ontario. Mr. Bennett has written more than 30 books dealing with diesel, truck, heavy equipment and automotive technology, and he currently devotes his career to technical writing and speaking engagements. He has recently worked on domestic and Asia-based electric vehicle R&D projects and is an active member of the American Trucking Association’s Technology and Maintenance Council, the Association of Diesel Specialists, the Society of Automotive Engineers and the North American Council of Automotive Teachers. He is widely regarded as the foremost author in commercial vehicle technology.

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  • MindTap is an outcome-driven application that propels students from memorization to mastery. It’s the only platform that gives you complete ownership of your course. With it, you can challenge all students, build their confidence, and empower them to be unstoppable.
  • ACCESS EVERYTHING YOU NEED IN ONE PLACE. Cut down on prep with preloaded, organized course materials in MindTap. Teach more efficiently with interactive multimedia, assignments, quizzes, and more. Give your students the power to read, listen, and study on their phones, so they can learn on their terms.
  • EMPOWER YOUR STUDENTS TO REACH THEIR POTENTIAL. Twelve distinct metrics give you actionable insights into student engagement. Identify topics troubling your entire class and instantly communicate with struggling students. Students can track their scores to stay motivated toward their goals. Together, you can accelerate progress.
  • YOUR COURSE. YOUR CONTENT. Only MindTap gives you complete control over your course. You have the flexibility to reorder textbook chapters, add your own notes, and embed a variety of content, including OER. Personalize course content to your students’ needs. They can even read your notes, add their own, and highlight key text to aid their progress.
  • A DEDICATED TEAM, WHENEVER YOU NEED THEM. MindTap isn’t just a tool; it’s backed by a personalized team eager to support you. Get help setting up your course and tailoring it to your specific objectives. You’ll be ready to make an impact from day one, and, we’ll be right here to help you and your students throughout the semester--and beyond.
  • Diesel Theory Simulations These simulations provide a virtual workplace experience that empowers students to apply fundamental concepts and master tasks common in the workforce. Simulations cover all 8 ASE areas!
  • ASE Education Foundation Job Sheets These virtual job sheets contain specific performance-based objectives, required tool and material lists, safety precautions and step-by-step procedures to help students complete shop activities. Each job sheet references applicable ASE Education Foundation tasks.

Table of Contents

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Part I: DIESEL ENGINE FUNDAMENTALS.
1. Introduction.
2. Hand and Shop Tools.
3. Personal Safety Equipment.
4. Engine Fundamentals.
5. History of the Heat Engine.
6. Power.
7. Diesel Engine Powertrain Assemblies.
8. Diesel Engine Feedback Assembly.
9. Engine Housing Components.
10. Diesel Engine Lubrication systems.
11. Engine Cooling Systems.
12. Engine Breathing.
13. Engine Retarders.
14. Engine Service Procedure.
15. Diesel Engine Removal, Disassembly, Cleaning, Inspection and Reassembly.
16. Diesel Engine Run-in and Performance Testing.
Part II: DIESEL FUEL SYSTEMS.
17. Chemistry and Combustion in Diesel Engines.
18. Diesel Fuel Characteristics.
19. Fuel Subsystems.
20. Fuel Injection Basics and Governor Principles.
21. Injector Nozzles.
22. Port Helix Metering Fuel Systems.
23. Inlet Metering Rotary Distributor Pumps.
24. Sleeve Metering Rotary Distributor Pumps.
25. Single Actuator EUI Fuel Systems.
26. Twin Actuator EUI Fuel Systems.
27. HEUI Fuel System.
28. Electronic Unit Pump (EUP) Fuel Systems.
29. HPI-TP Fuel System.
30. Common Rail Fuel Systems.
31. Amplified CR systems.
Part III: ENGINE MANAGEMENT, HYBRID, ELECTRIC POWERTRAINS, EMISSIONS, AND TROUBLESHOOTING.
32. Review of Electrical and Electronics Fundamentals.
33. Vehicle Computers.
34. ESTs and SIS.
35. Electrical Wiring, Connector and Terminal Repair.
36. Multiplexing.
37. The Connected Vehicle.
38. Natural Gas, Propane and Biodiesel.
39. High Voltage Electricity.
40. Hybrid and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powertrains.
41. Electric Powertrains.
42. Bosch EDC and Siemens Systems.
43. Caterpillar ADEM Systems.
44. Cummins Management Systems.
45. Detroit Diesel DDEC.
46. Navistar Diamond Logic.
47. Paccar Management Systems.
48. Volvo and Mack Management Systems.
49. Emissions Management.
50. Servicing and Maintenance of Exhaust Aftertreatment Systems.
51. Failure Analysis.
52. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics.

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  • ISBN-10: 8214121639
  • ISBN-13: 9798214121635
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