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Joseph James Jager
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Adjunct Faculty
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Classes Taught
Spring 2025
| CTT111 | Caterpillar Engine Fundamentals | 4 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||
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Introduction to diesel engine theory and service procedures. Focuses on Caterpillar engine systems and applications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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27947 |
MC OFFSITE ESW E |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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01/13/2025 – 03/06/2025 |
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Class Ended |
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| CTT113 | Fuel Systems | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||
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Introduction to fuel systems used in Caterpillar engines. Covers fuel selection, calibrations, and nozzle testing procedures, governor operation, and hydraulic fuel ratio controls. Includes 1.1 and 1.2 MUI and HEUI, EUI, Nippondenso, and Zexel fuel systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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27076 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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01/15/2025 – 03/05/2025 |
We |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Class Ended |
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| CTT116 | Power Train I | 3 Credits | ||||
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Basic components and operations of power train systems used in Caterpillar machines. Covers basic components, clutches, manual shift transmissions, and power shift transmissions. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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28159 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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01/14/2025 – 03/04/2025 |
Tu |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Class Ended |
Spring Flex Start 2025
| CTT202 | Engine Diagnostics and Repair | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||
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In-depth study of engine diagnostics and repair techniques used to troubleshoot and repair engine problems in Caterpillar machines. Selection and use of Caterpillar diagnostic tools. Covers oil, air, cooling, and fuel systems. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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27083 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Mo |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Class Started |
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| CTT203 | Machine Diagnostics | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||
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Failure analysis, troubleshooting logic, and diagnostic tooling and processes used to diagnose and repair the complex systems installed in Caterpillar machines. Use of Caterpillar's Applied Failure Analysis. Introduction to Service Technician Workbench (STW) applications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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27084 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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03/19/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
We |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Class Started |
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| CTT204 | Machine Specific Systems | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to machine-specific systems. Machines covered include compact construction equipment, agricultural combines and challengers, 325B Excavator, off-highway trucks, wheel tractor scrapers, and motor graders. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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27085 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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03/21/2025 – 05/09/2025 |
Fr |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Class Started |
Summer 2025
| CTT115 | Air Conditioning Fundamentals | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||
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Introduction to principles, systems, components, and servicing of air conditioning systems used in Caterpillar products. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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16424 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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05/28/2025 – 07/18/2025 |
MoWe |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Open 5 of 24 |
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| CTT201 | Machine Electronics | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to machine electronic systems and diagnostic tooling used to diagnose and repair the complex electrical/electronic systems installed in Caterpillar machines. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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16347 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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05/27/2025 – 07/17/2025 |
TuTh |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Open 5 of 24 |
Fall 2025
| CTT110 | Introduction to Caterpillar Service Industry | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||
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Introduction to the Caterpillar organization and product line, basic shop safety, and shop operation. Includes computer operations and service information systems. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. |
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23008 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/25/2025 – 10/13/2025 |
Mo |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Open 24 of 24 |
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24941 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/26/2025 – 10/17/2025 |
TuTh |
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
Open 24 of 24 |
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| CTT111 | Caterpillar Engine Fundamentals | 4 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||
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Introduction to diesel engine theory and service procedures. Focuses on Caterpillar engine systems and applications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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24943 |
MC OFFSITE ESW E |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/27/2025 – 10/17/2025 |
WeFr |
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM12:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
Open 24 of 24 |
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| CTT112 | Hydraulic Fundamentals | 3 Credits | ||||||||||||||||||
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Hydraulic fundamentals, including functions of valves used in Caterpillar hydraulic systems, functions of vane pumps, gear pumps, and piston pumps, and assembly and disassembly of hydraulic components. Includes ISO hydraulic symbols. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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24942 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/25/2025 – 10/17/2025 |
Mo |
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Open 24 of 24 |
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23675 |
MC OFFSITE ESW E |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/27/2025 – 10/17/2025 |
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Open 24 of 24 |
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| CTT114 | Basic Electrical Fundamentals | 3 Credits | ||||
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Basic electrical and electronic principles used by the technician to diagnose and repair electrical systems in Caterpillar machines. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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23768 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/26/2025 – 10/16/2025 |
TuTh |
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Open 24 of 24 |
| CTT205 | Caterpillar Dealer Internship III | 3 Credits | ||||
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Application of skills and knowledge gained in CTT coursework in an internship in a dealership environment. Develops professional skills required of Caterpillar service technician. Provides experience in air conditioning systems, power trains, couplings, transmissions, and hydraulic systems. Requires intern to complete a list of learning objectives, keep a logbook, and be evaluated by dealership supervisor and internship coordinator. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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23013 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
Field Based
Lab
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08/25/2025 – 10/17/2025 |
MoTuWeThFr |
Open 24 of 24 |
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Fall Flex Start 2025
| CTT117 | Machine Hydraulic Systems | 3 Credits | ||||
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Operation, testing, and adjustment procedures for pilot operated hydraulic systems, load sensing pressure compensated (LSPC) hydraulic systems, electro-hydraulic systems, and hydrostatic systems. Components of hydraulic systems and oil flow through the system. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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23980 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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10/23/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Th |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Open 24 of 24 |
| CTT118 | Caterpillar Dealer Internship I | 3 Credits | ||||
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Application of skills and knowledge gained in CTT coursework in an internship in a dealership environment. Develops professional skills required of Caterpillar service technician. Provides experience in tool usage, shop safety, connective devices, computers and service information systems, air intake and exhaust systems, lubrication systems, cooling systems, fuel systems, engines, and electrical systems. Requires intern to complete a list of learning objectives, keep a logbook, and be evaluated by dealership supervisor and internship coordinator. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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24944 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lab
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10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
MoTuWeThFr |
Open 24 of 24 |
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Notes: First cycle of Internship shop locations and times determined by your instructor during 1st 8 weeks courses. |
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23009 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
Field Based
Lab
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10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
MoTuWeThFr |
Open 24 of 24 |
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| CTT200 | Power Train II | 3 Credits | ||||
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Methods of transferring power. Hydraulic-driven machines and mechanical power train components, including differentials, brakes, final drives, and undercarriage. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CTT110. |
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23014 |
MC OFFSITE Empire Southwest |
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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10/21/2025 – 12/19/2025 |
Tu |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Open 24 of 24 |
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