The Newest Course from TMI

LT-2: LIGHT TRUCK ESSENTIALS

General Version—Non Make Specific Light Truck Product Training for Buyers, Sellers, Upfitters, and Suppliers Working with Multiple Makes

The LT-2 General course is the newest in the Precision Truck Training series of distance-education courses in how to spec trucks for specific applications. TMI courses provide training on two levels: generic coverage of fundamental truck knowledge, coupled with product application exercises.

This new five lesson course addresses the needs of the light commercial and fleet markets, as well as those looking for training that will apply across multiple makes, or those with a developing line of light trucks.

LT-2: Light Truck Essentials course was developed around a generic product line providing broad spectrum knowledge for truck fleet decision makers and others working with multiple makes. Topics and examples utilize a TMI-created Shadow line of SUVs, crossovers, pickups, light- and medium-duty chassis-cabs. These TMI Shadows fully represent the current mix of Class 1-5 trucks sold in North America. The product familiarity can transfer to specific makes, while providing knowledge beyond a single brand focus.

Graduates complete five written tests using the TMI textbook. No access to manufacture's data is required for the General version of this course. The tests are completed after studying each lesson and are then mailed or faxed to TMI for individual grading by the instructor.

Light Truck Essentials are covered in TMI’s LT-2 course. The General version of this course is great for those working with multiple makes. The cost per enrollment for Precision Truck Training LT-2 General version is $445 per student. Download the application and fax or call in the information for quickest service. Course materials are typically mailed within 24-hours.

Get the eBook The 190 page textbook for Course LT-2 is available as an “eBook” on a compact disk in addition to the printed version. This option is $30 per enrollment. Using the free Adobe Acrobat reader students can scroll through, read and search the textbook from almost any computer that can read a CD. (Note for Copyright protection this file will not allow printing.)

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.

To Enroll: Download the TMI Catalog Sheet and Application, or call 800-447-1251 for more information or to enroll by phone.

LESSON OUTLINE

Precision Truck Training

LT-2 — General Light Truck Essentials

Lesson 1: Markets and categories of trucks and SUVs, Vehicle architecture, driveline types: 4x2, 4x4, AWD, Power teams, Engine types and design, Truck ratings: GVWRs and GVWs, Working with curb weight, payload capacity, Truck dimensions and abbreviations.

Lesson 2: Load Capacity, Frame Types and Strength, Suspension Systems, Types of Axles, Drive Gears, Differentials, Springs and Ratings, Shocks and Stabilizer Bars, Tires and Wheels; Construction, Tread Designs, Sizes, Load Ratings, Gross Axle Weight Ratings.

Lesson 3: The Three-Way Test: Obey the Limits, Weight Distribution in Percentages, Weight Distribution: Pickup, Full-Size SUV: Pushing the Limits, how to avoid Excesses. Weight Distribution Anomalies, Delivery Van, Body-Load CG to Rear Axle, Dump Trucks, Chassis-Cabs: The Body Connection, Equipment add-on Weights.

Lesson 4: Work, Torque and Power, Differences between Gas and Diesel Engines: Torque, Power and Operating Speeds. The Powertrain from Engine to Axle, Engine Speed at Road Speed, Harnessing Horsepower, Geared Speed, Choosing Axle Ratios, Automatic Transmissions, Manual Transmissions. Vehicle road speed: engine rpm, axle ratio, tire size and transmission ratios. Power losses, Grade Demands.

Lesson 5: Full- and Part-Time 4x4s, Locking Hubs and Differentials, Trailering, GVW, GTW and GCW, Tongue Weight, Load Distribution: Hitches, Trailer Classes, Towing Capacity, The Fifth-Wheeler, Truck-Trailer Performance, Altitude and Heat, Turbocharged vs Naturally Aspirated, Diesel and Gas Engines, Alternative Fuel Vehicles, Hybrid Gas-Electric Powertrains, Electrical & Cooling Systems, Steering, Brakes and Vehicle Control, PTOs, Fuel Economics, Gas or Diesel.

Appendix Tables: Weights and Measures/Metric Equivalents, Tire Load & Inflation, Tire-Axle Combinations & Engine Speeds, Rolling Resistance, Frontal Areas, Air Resistance, Grade HP Required, Road Surface Effects.

Glossary: Truck Terms

Index

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