Why this course?

This course on indicating instruments is prepared for design engineers, technicians and technical sales who need to understand different indicating instruments used on diesel generators engines. How they function and how they are selected.

Course Learning Objectives

At the completion of this course the student should be able to:

• Explain different mechanical gauges and their applications

• Explain electrical gauges and their applications

•  Explain normal operating ranges for different engine parameters

• Explain standard scales for different gauges

• Explain how mechanical tachometer is working

• Explain electronic displays and indicators and their applications

Course Contents

Indicating instruments used for diesel engine have different types. They vary according to the technology used and according to the type of sensor they are connected to. Some of these indicators have built-in sensors but many of them require external sensors. The indicating instruments can be classified as mechanical gauges, electrical gauges and electronic indicators. In this course these are explained with examples, the different engine operating parameters are also identified and their normal operating ranges determined as they affect the selection of the indicator. The student should study the lesson completely then answer the quiz questions to pass this course. The student should score at least 60% in the quiz to pass this course and get the certificate. The course has a weight of 2 PDH. The following are the contents of the course: