Diesel Engine Service Technician (DE21) Technical Certificate of Credit
(Embedded in Diesel Equipment Technology Diploma)
Program Description:
The Diesel Engine Service Technician certificate program provides the student with training to become an entry level diesel engine service technician. The topics covered include diesel shop safety, tools and equipment, diesel electrical/electronic systems, and diesel engines and support systems.
Entrance date: Each semester
Program admission requirements:
Minimum Test Scores
| ACCUPLACER NEXT GENERATION – | Reading | 224 | ACCUPLACER- | Sentence Skills | 60 |
| Writing | 236 | Reading Comprehension | 55 | ||
| Arithmetic | 229 | Arithmetic | 34 |
High School diploma or equivalent required for admission.
Credits required for graduation: 16
Beginning Spring 2022 (January 2022), ALL FIRST TIME college students will be required to take the College Success (COLL 1020) course.
| Courses 17 credits | |
|---|---|
| DIET 1000Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools, and Safety
This course introduces basic knowledge and skills the student must have to succeed in the Diesel Equipment Technology field. Topics include an overview of diesel powered vehicles, diesel technology safety skills, basic tools and equipment, reference materials, measuring instruments, shop operation, mechanical fasteners, welding safety, and basic welding skills. Classroom and lab experiences on safety, precision measuring, and basic shop practices are highly emphasized. |
3 |
| Electrical Course Optiuons - 7 Credits Required | 7 |
| DIET 1010Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems
Corequisite: DIET 1000 This course introduces students to electrical and electronic systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general electrical system diagnosis, battery diagnosis and repair, starting system diagnosis and repair, charging system diagnosis and repair, lighting system diagnosis and repair, gauges and warning devices, and an introduction and familiarization with electrical and electronic systems. |
7 |
| DIET 1011Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems I
Corequisite: DIET 1011 This course introduces students to diesel electrical and electronic systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general electrical systems diagnosis; battery diagnosis and repair; starting system diagnosis and repair; and basic lighting diagnosis and repair. |
4 |
| DIET 1012Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems II
Corequisite: DIET 1011 This course continues the study of electrical and electronic systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: advanced lighting diagnosis; charging system diagnosis and repair; gauges and warning devices; and related electrical systems and diagnosis. |
3 |
| Engines Course Options - 6 Credits Required | 6 |
| DIET 1030Diesel Engines
Corequisite: DIET 1010 This course introduces diesel engines used in medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general engine diagnosis, cylinder head and valve train, engine block, engine lubrication system, hydraulic pumps, engine cooling, air induction, exhaust, fuel supply systems, electronic fuel management, and engine brakes. Using and interpreting test and measuring equipment is highly emphasized. |
6 |
| DIET 1031Diesel Engine Repair
Corequisite: DIET 1010 This course introduces diesel engines used in medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general engine diagnosis; cylinder head and valve trains; engine block; engine lubrication systems; basic fuel system diagnosis; and engine brakes. Using and interpreting measuring equipment is highly emphasized. |
3 |
| DIET 1032Diesel Engine Support Systems
Prerequisite: DIET 1031 This course introduces the remaining diesel engine support systems used in medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: engine cooling systems; air induction and exhaust; fuel supply systems; and fuel management systems. Using and interpreting test equipment is highly emphasized. |
3 |
Faculty
Chair/Instructor Diesel Equipment Technology
Freedom Hall, Room 116
Up one level
Programs of Study
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