Associate Degree in Diesel Technology

About

AED certified and feature a state-of-the-art laboratory designed to prepare graduates to work on highway trucks, construction equipment, forklifts, boats, recreation vehicles, trains and agriculture equipment. Ready to be a heavy equipment technician and highway truck technician? Our program gives you hands-on-learning on diverse machinery in our state-of-the-art labs, and your choice of welding classes or an educational internship, so you'll be ready for the job market. Diesel Technology is evaluated and accredited by the Association of Equipment Distributors Foundation (AEDF). Membership: Northwest Diesel Industry Council (NDIC) and Oregon Trucking Association (OTA). What you'll learn; Technologies like fuel systems, brake systems, hydraulics, powertrain and chassis Systems, engines, etc. Math skills to find force, pressure, area, volume, horse power, torque, gear ratios, etc. Industry safety standards Industry tools for diagnosis, repair, and testing. Research and communication skills. The Diesel Technology Associate Degree program provides entry-level skills needed in medium and heavy truck service and repair. Learners will use troubleshooting techniques to make a quick and accurate diagnosis of problems and make necessary adjustments and repairs. Topics will include diesel engines, suspension and steering, preventative maintenance, electrical and electronic systems, HVAC systems, the drive train and hydraulic and pneumatic systems. The curriculum combines classroom theory with practical laboratory experience on a variety of diesel engines and heavy-duty equipment.

Career Path

Graduate career path includes Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Fleet Maintenance Technician, Marine Diesel Technician, Heavy Equipment Technician, Truck Service Technician, Diesel Engine Rebuilder, Power Generation Technician (Diesel Generators), Locomotive Technician (Railroad), Diesel Systems Inspector, Agricultural Equipment Mechanic, Preventive Maintenance Technician, Diesel Emissions Technician, Diesel Fuel Systems Specialist, Hydraulic Systems Technician, Diesel Shop Foreman (with experience), Warranty Claims Technician (Diesel Equipment), Field Service Technician (Diesel Equipment), Service Writer (Diesel Repair Shop, Diesel Parts Specialist, Mining Equipment Maintenance Technician, Construction Equipment Technician, Diesel Technology Instructor Assistant.