Skid Steer Loader

Course Date

Coming Soon

Course Length

TBD

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Course Length: 4 x 8-hour days
Target Audience: Heavy Equipment Technicians (HETs)

The Skid Steer Loader Course will give the participant an overview of the three separate types of Loaders – Skid Steer (SSL), Multi-Terrain (MTL) and Compact Track (CTL). Focus will be on individual systems of the machines including Engine, Powertrain, Working Hydraulics and Work Tool Attachments.

PPE Required

Participants must provide their own safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, gloves, hard hat, hearing protection, and coveralls with Hi-Visibility Markings.

PREREQUISITES

Service Information System 2.0 (SIS2) / Electronic Technician (ET) (SIS2/ET), Hydraulic Systems (S1), Diesel Engine Systems (S2), Powertrain Systems (S3), Electrical Systems (S4), Machine Electronic Controls (MEC), Tier 4 Interim & Final.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After completion of the course the participant will be able to:

  • Locate and identify components from all Machine systems.
  • Locate and identify all service points on the Machines.
  • Locate and identify all the main components for the C2.2, C3.3B, and C3.8 Engines.
  • Provide an overview of the Emission Controls for each engine model.
  • Explain the function of the components in the Powertrain System.
  • Trace the flow of oil and energy throughout the Powertrain System.
  • Identify and explain the function of the components in the Hydraulic System.
  • Trace the flow of oil through the different Hydraulic Systems.
  • Identify the different connections required for Standard - and High Flow work tools.
  • Apply troubleshooting skills to what was learned in the course to actual machines.

Successful course completion - with a written examination passing grade of 80%