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Diesel Technology A.A.S.

Calhoun Community College

Associate's DegreeCIP: 47.0605

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The Diesel Technology A.A.S. program prepares students for careers in diesel engine maintenance and repair. Students complete 76-77 credit hours including core technical courses in engines, drive trains, brakes, steering systems, heating/air conditioning, electrical systems, and diesel emissions.

Credits

77 credits

Format

Hybrid

Dates

Since Invalid Date

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Disassemble diesel and heavy-duty gas engines with systematic inspection using manufacturer standards and specialized service tools
  • Rebuild engines to manufacturer specifications using factory-recommended service equipment and precision measurement procedures
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules using computerized fleet management systems and manufacturer recommendations
  • Organize equipment surveillance and reliability strategies utilizing computerized parts inventory and equipment tracking systems
  • Diagnose electronically controlled diesel engine malfunctions through sensor testing, wiring analysis, and diagnostic trouble code interpretation
  • Perform calibration and testing of electronically controlled diesel engine systems according to manufacturer specifications
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists49-3031.00
Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

Course Pathway

16 courses in this program

116 courses
DEM 126
3 credits
DEM 105
3 credits
DEM 124
3 credits
DEM 125
3 credits
DEM 104
3 credits
DEM 234
3 credits
DEM 154
3 credits
DEM 139
3 credits
DEM 128
3 credits
DEM 127
3 credits
DEM 135
3 credits
DEM 137
3 credits
DEM 122
3 credits
DEM 130
3 credits
DEM 156
3 credits
DEM 129
3 credits
Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

DEM 126Advanced Engines
3 cr
DEM 105Preventive Maintenance
3 cr
DEM 124Electronic Engine Systems
3 cr
DEM 125Heavy Vehicle Drive Trains
3 cr
DEM 104Basic Engines
3 cr
DEM 234Diesel Electronic Systems Cab-Chassis
3 cr
DEM 154Vehicle Maintenance & Safe Operating Practices
3 cr
DEM 139Diesel Emissions and Aftertreatment Systems
3 cr
DEM 137Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Systems
3 cr
DEM 135Heavy Vehicle Steering and Suspension Systems
3 cr
DEM 128Heavy Vehicle Drive Train Lab
3 cr
DEM 127Fuel Systems
3 cr
DEM 130Electrical/Electronic Fundamentals
3 cr
DEM 122Heavy Vehicle Brakes
3 cr
DEM 156CDL License Test Preparation
3 cr
DEM 129Diesel Engine Lab
3 cr
Program Details

Detailed information about this program

General Education: Humanities Elective (3 credits), Natural Science Elective (4 credits), Social/Behavioral Science Electives (3 credits) Program Code: AAS-DEM CIP Code: 47.0605

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

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Where this program is offered

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Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Placement Rate
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