Program Overview
The Diesel Technology program prepares students with the diversified employment skills and knowledge as diesel technicians, including hands-on instruction in diesel engines; electrical/electronic systems; steering and suspension; brakes; drivetrain; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; hydraulics; preventative maintenance; safety; professionalism; and workplace relations.
Career Opportunities
This Automobile Service Excellence-Education Foundation Accredited program offers students a wide range of career opportunities and career paths in an established and evolving Heavy Duty repair industry. Job opportunities are available in, but not limited to: fleet maintenance and repair; mobile technician; independent and chain repair shops; manufacturer dealership shops; parts and supply distributors; parts remanufacturing shops; and a host of specialty shops.
O.net: https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3023.00
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes493023.htm
What You Will Learn
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in entry-level heavy-duty engine repair skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in entry-level heavy-duty drivetrain and axle maintenance skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in entry-level heavy-duty suspension and steering maintenance skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in entry-level maintenance procedures related to heavy-duty air brake systems in accordance with ASE-EF standards.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in entry-level maintenance procedures related to heavy-duty electrical systems in accordance with ASE-EF standards.
- Students will demonstrate entry-level proficiency in maintaining heavy-duty heating and air conditioning systems in accordance with ASE-EF standards.
Estimated Cost
Total Program Cost: $3,290.70
Tuition: $2,286.70
Fees: $580.00
Books/Supplies: $424.00
Estimated total program costs include tuition, fees, lab fees, books, and required materials. Fees for third-party licensure or certification examinations are not included in the total program cost.
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.
Additional Information
For full program details, please visit the program website.