AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Diesel Mechanics Technology
Career Studies Certificate
Purpose: This program is designed to introduce the fundamentals of diesel equipment repair and provide instruction in hydraulic systems, diesel engine overhaul and tune-up, electrical circuits, power train maintenance and fuel injection. The curriculum provides practical training and the option of on-the-job experience through cooperative education. Graduates will have a background in basic diesel equipment technology principles. The program prepares graduates for employment in the following areas: diesel equipment repair, diesel truck repair, supervisor, shop foreman, heavy duty repair, purchasing agent, salesperson, power train repair, fuel injection repair, diesel engine repair, automotive diesel repair, and marine diesel repair.
1 May substitute AUT 241.
2 May substitute the SDV 101 Orientation section related to this program.