The Diesel Technology program is designed to prepare students for the many employment opportunities in the diesel industry.
This unique program allows students to enter the program at the beginning of any eight-week period. This program also gives students the option of earning a diploma or applied science degree. Students are given extensive training and practical experiences in servicing all types of engines, drive trains, hydraulic systems and electrical systems found on trucks, agricultural and industrial equipment.
Students enrolled in Diesel Technology learn the theory of operation along with the latest repair and diagnostic procedures available in the diesel industry. Training facilities are in excellent condition and labs are very well-equipped.
Students graduating from Diesel Technology are fully employable upon completion of this program. Diesel Technology graduates are employed by agricultural, industrial (truck and heavy equipment), construction equipment companies, mining industries or fleet owners. Some students may wish to continue their education by returning for an additional year and earn a minor in Automotive Technology.
Students seeking an Associate in Applied Science degree are required to complete both English 105 and 110, Math 125 and 324 hours of work experience (DTEC 297).
The Diesel Technology program is accredited by the AED Foundation.
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma | |||
| DTEC 145 | DT Alignment/Brakes | 4 | |
| DTEC 155 | Electricity for Diesel Technology | 4 | |
| DTEC 215 | Heavy Duty Diesel Engines | 7 | |
| DTEC 225 | Heavy Duty Drive Systems | 7 | |
| DTEC 255 | Heavy Duty Chassis Electrical Systems | 7 | |
| MFGT 120 | Basic Welding I | 1 | |
| TECH 109 | Air Conditioning | 2 | |
| DTEC 115 | Introduction to Light and Medium Duty Engines | 4 | |
| TECH 164 | Intro to Hydraulic Components and Systems | 5 | |
| TECH 185 | Fuel Injection Systems | 4 | |
| TECH 265 | Applied Hydraulic Systems | 7 | |
| Associate of Applied Science | |||
| DTEC 145 | DT Alignment/Brakes | 4 | |
| DTEC 155 | Electricity for Diesel Technology | 4 | |
| DTEC 215 | Heavy Duty Diesel Engines | 7 | |
| DTEC 225 | Heavy Duty Drive Systems | 7 | |
| DTEC 255 | Heavy Duty Chassis Electrical Systems | 7 | |
| MFGT 120 | Basic Welding I | 1 | |
| TECH 109 | Air Conditioning | 2 | |
| DTEC 115 | Introduction to Light and Medium Duty Engines | 4 | |
| TECH 164 | Intro to Hydraulic Components and Systems | 5 | |
| TECH 185 | Fuel Injection Systems | 4 | |
| TECH 265 | Applied Hydraulic Systems | 7 | |
| DTEC 297 | Cooperative Education | 2 | |
| Related/General Education Courses | |||
| Diploma | |||
| CIS 101 | Computer Literacy | 2 | |
| ENGL 105 | Technical Communications or | 3 | |
|
College Composition I (3) | ||
| Wellness elective(s) | 2 | ||
| MATH 120 | Basic Mathematics I | 2 | |
| MATH 123 | Basic Mathematics II | 2 | |
| PSYC 100 | Human Relations In Organizations | 2 | |
| FYE 101 | First Year Experience | 1 | |
| Associate Degree | |||
| CIS 101 | Computer Literacy | 2 | |
| ENGL 110 | College Composition I | 3 | |
| English/Communication elective (choose one) | 3 | ||
| Technical Communications | |||
| College Composition II | |||
| Intro. To Professional Writing | |||
| Fundamentals of Public Writing | |||
| Wellness elective(s) | 2 | ||
| MATH 120 | Basic Mathematics I | 2 | |
| MATH 123 | Basic Mathematics II | 2 | |
| MATH 125 | Basic Mathematics III | 2 | |
| PSYC 100 | Human Relations In Organizations | 2 | |
| FYE 101 | First Year Experience | 1 | |
| TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS FOR DIPLOMA: | 66 | ||
| TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS FOR ASSOCIATE: | 73 | ||
| * Diploma students take ENGL 105 or ENGL 110 | |||
| Suggested sequence of study | |||
| All 100 course classes must be completed before advancing to the 200 course classes. | |||
| NOTE: Students may enter this program at the beginning of any semester. A student may be able to start in the middle of a semester; for information please contact the Diesel Technology Department. | |||
The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Applicants may be required to complete a basic skills evaluation during the admissions process.
Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will be awarded a Diploma or an Associate in Applied Science degree in Diesel Technology.
