Powertrain Systems Training

Event Details

Empire offers a two-day training course designed for service personnel to gain knowledge and develop skills on powertrain systems. The course includes the discussion of the fundamentals of power flow, the application to components and systems, and theory & hands-on lab exercises. 

What You Will Learn:

  • Need for a powertrain
  • Types of powertrains
  • Powertrain efficiency
  • Gear designs and ratios
  • Planetary gear sets
  • Clutches, disk, plates, and friction compounds
  • Torque convertors, torque dividers, impeller clutches, lockup clutches
  • Powershift Transmission Controls
  • ECPC controls

 

While Empire instructors teach on Cat equipment, the knowledge gained from the course can be applied to other heavy equipment manufacturers.

Registration Details: 

The class fee is $1,300 per person and includes classroom, course presentation, training materials, computer-based training, refreshments and lunch. Complete the form below and we will contact you to complete the registration and payment process.

Classes are open to Empire clients only. If you are unsure if you are an Empire client or would like more information, please complete the form below or contact us at (775)-778-6550.

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Elko
5010 Idaho Street
Elko, NV 89801
United States

Feb 9-10, 2026 7:00 am - 4:00 pm PST Elko, NV SELECT + 442051 SELECT DATE

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1855 S. Macdonald
Mesa, AZ 85210
United States

Mar 11-12, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST Mesa, AZ SELECT + 354851 SELECT DATE

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5010 Idaho Street
Elko, NV 89801
United States

Apr 6-8, 2026 7:00 am - 4:00 pm PST Elko, NV FULL JOIN WAITLIST + 442056 JOIN WAITLIST

Mesa Training Institute
1855 S. Macdonald
Mesa, AZ 85210
United States

Aug 5-6, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST Mesa, AZ SELECT + 413326 SELECT DATE
    • Safety glasses and steel-toed boots or shoes are required. No shorts, tank tops, or open toed shoes allowed. All cotton clothing is recommended. Remember, these are hands on courses, so please plan and dress accordingly.

      • Hotel accommodations are not provided by Empire and are not included in the course fee. The hotels below are located nearby.

        Days Hotel by Wyndham Mesa Near Phoenix

        333 West Juanita Avenue Mesa, AZ 85210

        480-844-8900

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        Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix-Mesa/Chandler

        1600 S. Country Club Dr. Mesa, AZ 85210

        480-964-7000

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        Shutters Hotel Elko 

        3650 Idaho St, Elko, NV 89801 | 775-777-1200

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        Home 2 Suites by Hilton Elko 

        2572 E Jennings Way, Elko, NV 89801 | 775-234-5354

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        • All cancellation requests must be made in writing. Full refunds will be issued up to 30 days prior to the start date of the course. Empire reserves the right to cancel or change the dates of any training course due to insufficient enrollment. If canceled by Empire all registration fees will be refunded or applied to another scheduled date.

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