Heavy Diesel Service Technician Certificate

HD31

Program Description

The Heavy Diesel Service Technician certificate provides training in both the theory and diagnosis of basic systems found on diesel engines and heavy equipment. The program provides instruction in basic shop safety and equipment, diesel engines and fuel systems, electrical/electronic systems, hydraulics, and powertrain systems. The program is designed to last one year and will offer students an opportunity to apply their skills in an internship environment at a local diesel equipment repair facility. This program is geared towards students who want to start a career in the heavy diesel equipment repair industry.

View the Heavy Diesel Service Technician Certificate Program Fact Sheet for additional information.

Employment Opportunities

Diesel employment opportunities include: On road tractor and trailer service facilities; Industrial and construction heavy equipment service technician; Bus and RV service technician, and Rail transportation services; Fleet maintenance.

Curriculum

Essential Technical Courses (32 Credits)

DIET 1000 - Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools and Safety Credit hours: 3
DIET 1010 - Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Credit hours: 7
DIET 1030 - Diesel Engines Credit hours: 6
DIET 2001 - Heavy Equipment Hydraulics Credit hours: 6
DIET 2011 - Off Road Drivelines Credit hours: 6
DIET 1050 - Diesel Equipment Technology Internship Credit hours: 4

Total Hours 32

Suggested First Semester classes:

DIET 1000 - Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools and Safety Credit hours: 3
DIET 1010 - Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Credit hours: 7
DIET 1030 - Diesel Engines Credit hours: 6

Diesel Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician (10 Credits)

DE11

DIET 1000 - Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools and Safety Credit hours: 3
Electrical Courses Option (7 Credits Required) Choose from the following:
DIET 1010 - Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Credit hours: 7
OR
DIET 1011 - Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems I Credit hours: 4 AND
DIET 1012 - Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems II Credit hours: 3

Diesel Engine Service Technician (16 Credits)

DE21

DIET 1000 - Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools and Safety Credit hours: 3
DIET 1010 - Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Credit hours: 7
DIET 1030 - Diesel Engines Credit hours: 6