Fundamentals of Mobile Heavy Equipment: AED Foundation Technical Standards (Cdx Learning Systems) - Hardcover

Wright, Gus; Duffy, Owen C.; Heard, Scott A.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1284112918 ISBN 13: 9781284112917

Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc, 2017

Synopsis

Fundamentals of Mobile Heavy Equipment provides students with a thorough introduction to the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of off-road mobile heavy equipment. With comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the latest technology in the field, it addresses the equipment used in construction, agricultural, forestry, and mining industries. The chapters cover all aspects of heavy equipment systems, including:• Hydraulics, spanning 4 chapters• Braking and suspension systems• Track drive undercarriage and wheeled machines • Hydraulic attachments• Electrical and steering systems• Transmission and power transfer systems • Electric Drives• Autonomous and semi-autonomous control systems• Telematics, on-board networks and remote machine control • Alternative braking • Foundational information, shop practices and safety concernsThe textbook features helpful pedagogical tools to enhance student comprehension and critical thinking, including review sections, real-world applications, illustrations, step-by-step explanations, and visual summaries. Written in concise and accessible language by an author team extensive experience in the field, it equips students at all levels with the knowledge and skills they need for a successful career in heavy equipment repair and service.

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About the Authors

Gus Wright is a member of the faculty in the Truck and Coach program at Centennial College in Ontario, Canada. A diesel enthusiast, he currently teaches apprentice technicians the latest technology in trucks, buses, and off-road equipment. He has worked for more than 35 years in the industry, earning multiple trade qualifications and creating technician curriculum for both corporate and college level education. He is also the author of Fundamentals of Medium/Heavy Duty Diesel Engines (Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2017) and co-author of Fundamentals of Medium/Heavy Duty Commercial Vehicle Systems (Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2017). 'A university graduate, he actively engages in applied research related to engine emissions, alternate fuels, and HD electrical technology.'

Owen C. Duffy is a motive power instructor in the Truck and Coach program at Centennial College in Ontario, Canada. In the past 19 years, he has taught several thousand apprenticeship and post-secondary students as they pursued a career in the diesel field. He holds Red Seal license qualifications in truck coach, automotive, and alternative fuels, and he has over 40 years of experience in the industry. He holds a college certificate in adult education and has been active in technician curriculum development and deployment at the college level. He is also co-author of Fundamentals of Medium/Heavy Duty Commercial Vehicle Systems (Jones and Bartlett Learning, 2017). '

Scott A. Heard holds an Ontario College diploma in Heavy Duty Equipment Technology, and Red Seal Certificates as a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, Truck and Coach Technician, and Automotive Technician. Generally passionate about all things related to Heavy Equipment, Scott spent 25 years in the field working as a technician for Caterpillar and a large construction contractor before becoming a motive power educator, author, and program coordinator at an Ontario Heavy Equipment College. Scott has also participated in developing the National Occupational Analysis for Heavy Duty Equipment Technician and has been part of several Provincial Curriculum development committees.

Edition details

• Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 1284112918
• ISBN 13: 9781284112917
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 1406