Feb 15, 2025  
PUBLISHED 2025-2026 Credit Catalog 
    
PUBLISHED 2025-2026 Credit Catalog

MOTR 252 - Engines


Description
In this course, you’ll learn about the following topics: the operation of internal combustion engines; crankshaft and friction bearing function, design and construction; the function of pistons and related components; camshaft and valve train operation; and the operation and function of cylinder head assemblies. As you gain knowledge of how various systems work, you’ll practice servicing and repairing them. You’ll disassemble and reassemble engines and attached components. You’ll determine the serviceability of an engine block as well as inspect and measure a crankshaft, friction bearings and related components, pistons and related components, and cylinder heads and related components. You’ll diagnose camshafts and valve train components, as well as engine mechanical problems. In addition, you’ll diagnose and repair air induction systems and related components, exhaust systems, lubricating systems, as well as cooling systems and related components.



6 Credits

Time Guidelines
The standard instructional time for this course is 175 hours.