The course is designed to provide fleet and dealer mechanics, individuals involved in lubricant sales and others interested in diesel engines with an understanding of the vital role lubrication plays in diesel engine operation.

The module is a self-study Web-based program designed for individuals interested in expanding their general lubrication knowledge. The course explains, in detail, the oil's path through each area of the engine. "Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Lubrication" will help diesel mechanics and maintenance supervisors learn the fundamentals of parts and operation, lubricants and potential problems and lubricants performance specifications.

By furthering and enhancing the lubrication skill sets of diesel mechanics and maintenance supervisors, the "Heavy Duty Engine Lubrication" online training course addresses the need for easily accessible technical training. After successfully completing the course, the student will be able to print a certificate of completion.

LubricantsUniversity.com is an online training and informational resource in the lubrication and maintenance markets serving the commercial on and off-highway, construction, mining and other heavy industrial segments. The website is designed to be a convenient, cost and time effective solution for individuals interested in ongoing job related online training and education on relevant lubrication technologies, trends, issues and solutions.

A valuable introduction to lubricants, "Fundamentals of Lubrication" is an existing online training course offered by Lubricants University and is beneficial for all diesel mechanics. The course focuses on the role of lubrication for preventing wear and friction in mechanical equipment. Viscosity and the lubrication identification systems are reviewed and applied to common wear and friction problems. The course is available at no cost.

Upcoming courses, available in the first quarter of 2006, will address topics involving Additive Technology, Industrial Gear Oils, Coolants and Hydraulics.

A full line of lubrication and coolant products are marketed through this organization under the Chevron, Texaco and Caltex brand names. Select brands include Havoline, Delo, Ursa, Revtex and Texaco Xpress Lube. Chevron Products Company owns patented technology in advanced lubricants products and new generation base oil technology, as well as coolants.

Open to the general public, the cost per course is $59.95 and may be purchased by credit card by phone. A subscription program is available for companies interested in offering the online training to multiple employees. www.lubricantsuniversity.com .