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With over 59,800 graduates since 1964, TMI is an acknowledged leader in truck product training. These courses in truck selection and application are self-paced and flexible.

The TMI non make specific "general" courses are ideal for those who do not have access to factory data books, or are in leasing, purchasing or working with multiple makes.

Fleet Buyers
Government Equipment Buyers
Rental & Leasing Companies
Finance Companies
Truck Body & Equipment Suppliers
Commercial and RV Upfitters
Truck Component Suppliers
Used Truck Dealers

For those working with medium duty trucks we have two distinct stand-alone courses. Completed tests for each of the ten lessons are mailed or faxed to TMI for grading. Grades and comments are normally returned within one business day.

Medium Duty Basics are covered in TMI’s Course II, great for those new to trucks, this course focuses gasoline powered conventional and tilt-cab models. The tests zero in on product and technical information from the Gas Truck Index. The cost per enrollment for the Precision Truck Training Course II is US$695. Add US$40 for a Gas Truck Index if you do not have one.

Medium Duty Diesels are the focus of our Course IV. Ideal for those involved with class 4-6 diesels, a part of this course is our Truck Data Digest, which provides specifications for many of the diesel powered mediums sold in the U.S. The cost per enrollment for the Precision Truck Training Course IV is US$795.* Download the application and fax or call in the information for quickest service. Course materials are typically mailed within 24-hours.

And now the textbook for Course IV is now available as an “eBook” on a compact disk in addition to the printed version. This is a $30 option. Using the free Adobe Acrobat reader students can scroll through, read and search the textbook from almost any computer that can read a CD.

Here are some of the benefits of TMI training:

• You get quick and thorough training for your staff
• Graduates have more confidence in specing trucks
• The textbooks make a great long-term reference source
• Courses are self-paced and flexible, with no travel time or expense
• Your Satisfaction Assured:
  We will cancel the invoice if you are not satisfied.

* Discounts are available for group enrollments of five or more and also for cash payment—download the enrollment application and catalog sheet for this course for details, including overseas rates.

Class 4, 5, 6 Gas Models
LESSON OUTLINE
Precision Truck Training
Course II—Medium-Duty Basics

Lesson 1 Introduction to Market and Models: Truck Types and Terms, Your Model Line.

Lesson 2 Gross Weight Rating Systems: GVWR and GAWR, Fundamentals of Weight Distribution.

Lesson 3 Weight Distribution of Abnormal Loads, The How and Why of GAWR.

Lesson 4 The Frame, Front and Rear Axles, Component Design, Ratings.

Lesson 5 Tires, Wheels, More insights into GAWR.

Lesson 6 Springs and Shock Absorbers. Brakes: Effectiveness, Types, Deceleration and Weight Transfer.

Lesson 7 Fundamentals of Performance: Torque, Horsepower, Power Curves, Fuel Efficiency.

Lesson 8 Applied Truck Performance: Power Losses, Power Demands, Performance Prediction.

Lesson 9 A/B Transmission Functions, Mid-Speed Performance determinations, Choosing Transmission and Axle Combinations, Selecting Axle Ratios.

Lesson 10 A/B Diesel Engines: Pros and Cons, Application. Electrical Systems: Terms, Components, Selection, Emission Controls, Options and Accessories, Special Equipment.

Appendix Tables & Data: Weights & Measures, Terms, Dump Body Applications, Weight Distribution, Tire Capacities, Power Losses.

Class 4, 5, 6 Diesel Models
LESSON OUTLINE
Precision Truck Training
Course IV—Mid-Range Diesels

Lesson 1 Truck Weight Ratings: Classes and Groups, Chassis Types, Cab Types, Dimensions, Fuel Supplies and Costs.

Lesson 2 Inflation, Diesel vs. Gasoline, Depreciation, Expense Deductions, Leasing, Financing.

Lesson 3 Why Diesels are Fuel-Efficient, Engine Performance Terms and Measurements, Torque & Power, Inner Workings of Diesels, Engine Specifications, Engine Rebuildability.

Lesson 4 Axle Ratio—Key to Truck Performance, Geared Speed Equations, Power Demands, Calculating Top-Gear Performance, How to Determine Net Power Required.

Lesson 5 Low Speed Performance, How to Gear for Gradeability, Transmission Ratios and Geared Speeds, How to Make a Shift Chart, Rear Axle Functions, Types and Gearing.

Lesson 6 Selecting the Best Driveline Combination, Transmission Types, Clutches and Prop Shafts Power Take-Offs.

Lesson 7 Truck Weight Distribution, Body and Wheelbase Lengths, Guidelines for Gross Weight Distribution, Tractor-Semitrailer Weight Distribution and Dimensions.

Lesson 8 GAWRs and GVWR, Frame Designs, Front & Rear Suspensions, Steering Systems, Choosing Tires, Tire Sizes & Dimensions, Tire Types, Wheels and Rims.

Lesson 9 Brake Systems, U.S. FMVSS-121, Weight Transfer During Braking, Retarder Devices.
Lesson 10 Engine Temperature Control, Diesel Fuel Systems, Electrical Systems, Terms and Components, Special Bodies and Equipment, Final Result: The Right Truck for the Job.

Lesson 10M How to perform power, weight and cost calculations using metric formulas.

Index Subjects and Terms