This Shannon Chamber Skillnet programme is cofunded by the Government of Ireland, the European Union, and network companies. https://www.eufunds.ie/
This Heavy Vehicle Diagnostics module is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex systems in heavy-duty vehicles. This module focusses on various components and systems found in heavy vehicles, including engines, transmissions, braking systems, electrical systems, and onboard computers. This module is for those involved in the diagnosis, maintenance and managing heavy vehicles and trucks.
Programme Content
Module Content:
Air Brakes; Function, Design, Operation, Testing & Diagnostics
ABS; Function, Design, Operation, Testing & Diagnostics
EBS; Function, Design, Operation, Testing & Diagnostics
Air Suspension; Function Design Operation, Testing & Diagnostics
Engine Management Systems; Function, Design, Operation, Testing & Diagnostics
Exhaust Management Systems; Function, Design, Operation, Testing & Diagnostics
Reading Wiring Diagrams
Transmission and Drive Axle Systems
Reading Air brake Pneumatic Diagrams
Use of Diagnostic Tools
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
Alternative fuel vehicles
Delivery
This programme will be delivered online over a period of 12 weeks, live on Thursdays 7-10pm, commencing Thursday 29th January, 2026. In addition there will be *two Saturday practical training days during the semester, dates to be confirmed with each cohort. All online sessions will be recorded. *Please note that the practical workshops are obligatory to successfully complete the programme.
Assessment
Assessment Strategies may consist of the following:
1. Continuous Assessment and Feedback:
Implement continuous assessment methods such as quizzes, practical assessments, and diagnostic exercises, written exercises to evaluate students’ understanding and progress.
Provide timely feedback to students on their diagnostic performance, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement to support their learning journey through video, voice and typed records of diagnostics carried out.
2. Self-Directed Learning Resources:
Curate a range of self-directed learning resources including textbooks, online tutorials, diagnostic manuals, and instructional videos to supplement classroom instruction.
Encourage students to explore additional resources independently to deepen their understanding and enhance their diagnostic skills outside scheduled classes.
Practical Assessments, Open book Exam, Work-based project, written assignments, Practical Labs.
This programme is delivered in collaboration with Technological University of the Shannon.
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Programme Fee: €500
For more information please contact Aisling Ryan aryan@shannonchamber.ie
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