The Diesel Engine Service Technician certificate program provides the student with the 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.
| Course | Credit Hours |
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DIET 1000 Intro Diesel Tech Tools & 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.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Heavy Duty Truck Systems, ISBN 978-1-4354-8382-8, $134.95
2486 | 3 |
| Select ONE of the following options: | |
DIET 1010 Diesel Electrical & Electronic Systems 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.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Heavy Duty Truck Systems, ISBN 978-1-4354-8382-8, $134.95
2487 | 7 |
| OR | |
DIET 1011 Diesel Electrical & Electronic Systems I 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, and basic lighting diagnosis and repair.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
10826 | 4 |
| AND | |
DIET 1012 Diesel Electrical & Electronic Systems II This course introduces students to 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.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
10828 | 3 |
| AND | |
| Select ONE of the following options: | |
DIET 1030 Diesel Engines 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.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Engine, Fuel & Computerized Management Systems, ISBN 978-1-4283-6666-4, $39.99
2489 | 6 |
| OR | |
DIET 1031 Diesel Engine Repair 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 test and measuring equipment is highly emphasized.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
10830 | 3 |
| AND | |
DIET 1032 Diesel Engine Support Systems 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 high emphasized.
Required textbooks and materials:
- Course pack assigned by instructor.
10832 | 3 |
| *16 minimum semester hour credits required for certificate | |
