Diesel Mechanic / E.M.E.M
(Earth Moving Equipment Mechanic)
Diesel mechanics maintain all functions of diesel vehicles, including heavy earthmoving equipment used on opencast mines, etc.
The following modules/unit standards are done during training:
Basic Training
- Examine bearings
- Tension and align V-belts
- Cut and fit gaskets
- Lift and move equipment
- Start a four-stroke petrol/diesel engine
- Maintain cylinder heads
- Maintain lubrication systems
- Maintain fuel systems
- Maintain cooling systems
Advanced Training
- Principles of pneumatics
- Principles of hydraulics
- Repair a steering system
- Overhaul a power transmission
- Maintain auto-electrical systems
- Grind valves
- Maintain clutches
- Assemble a differential and final drive
- Tune up an engine fitted with a distributor or in-line fuel system
Any part of the course can also be done as per client specification.