Diesel Technology Service, CD

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The Diesel Technology Service program is designed to prepare students for employment in the diesel industry and/or heavy equipment industry. This one semester program is complimentary to the Diesel Technology Fundamentals CD and focuses on other aspects of the industry that technicians regularly face in the areas of brakes, suspension, steering, drive trains, hydraulics, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Together, the two Diesel CD’s serve as foundation toward employment in industry.

Contact Information

Contact information is available on the Diesel Technology program website.

Map your individual academic plan of courses with your Student Success Coach.

If students choose to transition to another program within the Trades & Technical Studies pathway, they should be particularly aware of the choice points that indicate when a decision to branch off into another program must be made to ensure credits and time are not lost.

Coursework common to all degrees within this pathway is indicated by CAC, Common Academic Coursework, in the program map.

Competencies

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Prepare for ASE Entry Level Certification in the area of Medium/Heavy Truck for industry recognized credentials for Brakes, Suspension & Steering, and Inspection & Maintenance and Minor Repair.
Develop diagnostic troubleshooting techniques using information systems.
Demonstrate the ability to work and adhere to standard shop operations, processes and safety procedures for the diesel and/or heavy equipment industries.
Prepare for transition into the workplace or pursuit of additional education.

First Semester

Course Requirements

DESL 1700 - Diesel Drivetrain Credits: 4
DESL 1755 - Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Credits: 4
DESL 1850 - Mobile Hydraulic Technology Credits: 4
DESL 2950 - Air Brakes, Suspension and Steering Credits: 4
TREX 2000 - Transition Experience Credits: 1

Program Credit Hour Total: 17 Credits

Program Comments

The information below is intended to be a guide, and does not guarantee regional job placement, job availability, or a specific wage after completion of the program. Possible careers in or related to diesel technology include Diesel Repair Technician, Diesel Repairman, and Diesel Technician.

Additional information on careers in Diesel Technology is available through Career Coach.

Transfer Information

LCCC courses may transfer to institutions in addition to those with formal articulation agreements. Students are strongly encouraged to determine the degree requirements and transfer policy of the specific college/university and program to which they plan to transfer.