Building a complex wiring harness (design/build) & developing schematic based on same.
Ability to mentor lower level techs on advanced electrical systems.
Ability to diagnose Ethernet systems
Ability to diagnose camera systems
Aid lower techs in all aspects of Electrical Diagnostics
Undercarriage
HANDS ON Component Identification
Proper Undercarriage roller inspection and replacement assistance
Proper Undercarriage link/track repair assistance
Proper Undercarriage removal,installation, and adjustment methods
Proper removal and installation of track shoes
With supervision, evaluate equalizer bar for wear
Proper removal and installation of press fit sprocket on track machines
Proper replacement of rollers/idlers
Track rebuild/ link turns/oiling pins**
Safely oversee replacement or repair of any track system across common caterpilar model lines.
Ablility to recognize worn out parts/components in relation to undercarriage
Correct evaluation of an equalizer bar for wear
Being able to replace any item of undercarraige w/o utility shop oversight.
Able to measure wearable items in undercarraige.
Safely oversee replacement or repair of any track system across all caterpilar model lines.
Perform CTS on undercarriage
Hydraulics
HANDS ON Ability to explain Hydraulic Fundamentals including pumps, motors, valves, cylinders and fluid lines & QUIZ
Proper disassembly and assembly of a hydraulic cylinder.
Ability to use hydraulic schematics for minor repairs
Ability to read and interpret hydraulic circuit schematics and orthographic drawings
Proper testing and adjusting of hydraulic system pressures.
Proper performance of hydraulic cylinder drift rate test.
Correct measurement of cycle times on a hydraulic system.
Correct testing of hydraulic cylinder end relief valves.
Proper performance of case drain test on a piston pump.
Correct testing and adjusting pump signal pressures on a hydraulic excavator.
Correct testing and adjusting flow rate on a piston pump.
Correct testing and adjusting drive pump charge pressure.
Correct testing and adjusting main relief valve pressure
Correct testing of hydraulic system solenoid valves.
Understanding and able to use a kidney loop system.
Proper disassembly and assembly of hydraulic components (I.e pumps, motors, valves)
Working knowledge of troubleshooting, performance evaluation, and systems operation of hydraulic hammers
Proper connection of a hydraulic flow meter and reading results.
Being able to correctly designed custom hoses.
Knowledge in of a load sensing, pressure compensated (LSPC), and Priority/Proportional/Pressure Compensated (PPPC) hydraulic systems and negative flow system.
Reading and understanding of particle analyzer results
Ability to properly troubleshoot overheating complaints.
Proficiency in negative Flow Theory & Systems
Proficiency in troubleshooting of a load sensing, pressure compensated (LSPC), and Priority/Proportional/Pressure Compensated (PPPC) hydraulic systems.
Ability to determine flow rates for various compenets and how they would work in a self designed system
How to design & build a hydraulic hose system.
How to construct a flow diagram/schematic of a custom built system.
Ability to mentor lower level techs on advanced hydraulic systems.
Ability to analzye your own samples wihtin particle analzyer.
Engine
HANDS ON Ability to explain Engine Fundamentals and components of the core engine/ QUIZ
Ability to explain Emission Systems Fundamentals and components
Proper timing of a mechanical fuel injection pump.
Proper removal and installation of sensors.
Ability to differenciate smoke colors and their meaning.
Correct setting of injector height adjustment on EUI engine.
Assist with install engine cylinder head assembly
Proper method and procedure to adjust valve / injector clearance
Diagnosis of Engine Cooling System - Move to Tech I
Assist disassembly and assembly of a basic engine.
Assist in measurement of liner protrusion.
Assist in measurement of rod and main bearing clearance.
Assist in removal and installation of crankshaft seal and wear ring.
Understand the need of the 6V9130 temperature adapter group
Evaluate cylinder condition using the 1P5564 Cylinder Leakage Group or equivalent
Correct use of CAT Fuel injection timing indicator
Explain the effects of fuel system adjustments on performance and fuel economy
Knowledge of proper timing of a mechanical fuel systems.
Proper method and procedure to install engine cylinder head assembly
Proper disassembly and assembly of a basic engine.
Correct measurement of liner protrusion.
Correct measurement of rod and main bearing clearance.
Proper removal and installation of crankshaft seal and wear ring.
Measure fuel consumption using a fuel flow meter
Check and adjust fuel rack synchronization and injector timing on 3500 series (or other large bore) engines (HPS)
Check aftercooler for proper operation
Measure and evaluate cylinder block for reusability
Evaluate and repair any Caterpillar engines with a low power complaint
Ability to properly troubleshoot fuel dilution complaints.
Ability to properly troubleshoot coolant loss complaints.
Ability to properly troubleshoot overheating complaints.
Engine Blowby Meter
Disassembly and assembly of a basic engine.
Perform component failure analysis
Proficiency in troubleshooting of electronic engine systems.
Ability to mentor lower level techs on disassembly and assembly of any basic Cat engine.
Aftertreatment
Proper method of checking air intake system for leaks.
Proper testing of a complete cooling system and its components.