Diesel Technology

Course Description

Students learn to rebuild gas and diesel engines. Students also learn how to use most types of hand tools, rebuild transmissions--both automatic and standard, troubleshoot gas and diesel engines, rebuild gas and diesel cylinder heads and learn how to work with others.

Course Credentials

Students will receive IBC’s in Safety Prevention and Pollution, and can be offered certifications in ASE tests. ASE includes Automatic Transmission, Automotive Service Technology, Brakes, Electrical/ Electronic Systems, Engine Performance, Engine Repair, Heating and Air Conditioning, Maintenance and Light Repair, Manual Drive Train, and Axles, Suspension and Steering.

Career Opportunities

Foundation - * ASE and/or S/P2 Certification (TCT)

Entry- Level Careers – (TCT Completion)

* Diesel Maintenance Technician * Heavy Equipment Helper * Service Advisor

* Service/Lube Technician * Parts Counter Representative * Race Mechanic Helper

* Power Generation Technician Helper *Marine Technician Helper * Power Equipment Helper

Technical Careers – (Advanced Certifications, Apprenticeship, Associate Degree)

* ASE Master Technician * Fleet Repair Shop Technician * Heavy Equipment Technician

* Lead Diagnostic Technician * High Performance Technician * Marine & Shipyard Technician

* Diesel Shop Owner * Oil & Rig Technician * Trains & Cranes Technician * Race Mechanic

Professional Careers – (Bachelors Degree or Higher)

* Equipment & Systems Inspector * Service Manager * Design Engineer * Electrical Engineer

* Heavy Equipment Field Supervisor * Mechanical Engineer * Service Manager * Racing Tuner

* Insurance Appraiser/Estimator * Diesel Education Instructor * Aviation Mechanic