Diesel Technology

More than just turning a wrench

Diesel Technology prepares students to enter various segments of the diesel repair industry as an entry-level technician. This includes, but is not limited to agricultural, industrial equipment and the heavy-duty diesel truck repair industry. This program provides comprehensive training in maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of related electrical/electronic systems, mobile hydraulic systems, manual and hydraulic drive trains, brakes, air systems, diesel engines, general maintenance, alignment and undercarriages, and HVAC as used in equipment common to the diesel repair industry.  After graduating, you will be well prepared for a career as a diesel technician. Major placement areas for the Diesel Technology graduate are agriculture and truck dealerships, truck fleets, construction, mining, oil exploration companies, farms and ranches, and independent truck repair shops.

You will receive hands on training with state-of-the-art equipment in a facility designed for comprehensive training in: Get Ahead Logo NC3 Logo

  • Maintenance
  • Diagnosis and repair of related electrical/electronic systems
  • Mobile hydraulic systems
  • Manual and hydraulic drive trains
  • Brakes
  • Air systems
  • Diesel engines
  • Alignment and undercarriages
  • HVAC
  • Welding fundamentals

You will become certified in Snap-On software systems and tools. Incorporated into your course of study are the Cummins Virtual College Training system as well as the Daimler Trucks North America Get Ahead program.

Diesel Technology C.A.S. Required Courses First Semester (17 Credits)

Program cost

Students should budget for the following costs:

  • Tuition and fees which are based on the number of registered credit hours, and are paid each semester.
  • The Diesel program has a program fee of $450 per semester as well as fees attached to some courses. These fees cover shop materials and supplies and are paid each semester.
  • Textbooks, tools (see required tool list below), and work shirts are also required.

Diesel Technology C.A.S. Required Courses

First Semester Courses
Course # Title
M111 Technical Math
DST112 Diesel Electrical Systems
DST108 Industrial Practices for Diesel Technology
Second Semester Courses
Course # Title
COMX106 Communicating in a Dynamic Workplace
DST240 HD Manual Drive Trains
DST245 HD Hydraulic Drive Trains
DST145 Diesel Engine Repair

Diesel Technology A.A.S. Required Courses

First Semester Courses
Course # Title
M111 Technical Math
DST112 Diesel Electrical Systems
DST108 Industrial Practices for Diesel Technology
DST255 HD Brakes and Undercarriage
Second Semester Courses
Course # Title
COMX106 Communicating in a Dynamic Workplace
DST240 HD Manual Drive Trains
DST245 HD Hydraulic Drive Trains
DST145 Diesel Engine Repair
Third Semester Courses
Course # Title
DST142 Hydraulics
DST210 Diesel Maintenance Practices
DST200 Diesel Engine Performance
Fourth Semester Courses
Course # Title
DST211 Electronic Systems
DST130 Diesel HVAC
DST295 Applied Field Work