For Peterbilt personnel we offer two distinct courses. And when your employees finish in 9 months Peterbilt will reimburse you up to 100% the tuition cost.

Medium Duty Diesels are the focus of Course IV. 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. Precision Truck Training Course IV, is ideal for those involved with Business Class models. The 354 page textbook covers the latest in engine and drivetrain technologies.

The cost of per student for this in-depth training is US$795*. Course materials are typically mailed within 24-hours.

Now the textbook for this courses 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 with prospects
• Students are tested on the latest product information
• Graduates gain a working knowledge of the Peterbilt product line and data books.
  
• 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 details, including overseas rates.

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