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Are you ready to become a highly skilled diesel truck technician? Our Diesel Technology program offers a comprehensive path to mastering the complexities of diesel engines and systems. Designed for those passionate about heavy-duty machinery, this program prepares you to excel in the competitive field of diesel truck maintenance.
Students gain practical experience from day one with our state-of-the-art diesel labs and workshops. Also, students master engines, transmissions, drive axles, electrical systems, and auxiliary systems crucial to diesel truck maintenance. Last, students learn through a blend of theory classes and immersive practical experiences that reflect industry standards.
Students who complete this AAS degree will have earned a Diesel Mechanics diploma by completion.
Job Outlook
5,835 Jobs (2025)
+15.19% Change from 2020-2030
Data is from the Omaha Metropolitans Area, and the seven counties in Southwest Iowa that 91茄子 serves
What will you do
Graduates of the Diesel Technology, A.A.S. program typically qualify for a range of specialized roles in the diesel truck maintenance and heavy equipment sectors. Diverse career pathways are available to graduates of the Diesel Technology, A.A.S. program, reflecting both the technical depth and practical skills acquired through the curriculum. Graduates are well-prepared to enter the workforce as skilled professionals in the diesel truck maintenance industry.
Wages
- Entry: $18.48
- Average: $24.67
- Experienced: $27.76
Wage data was obtained from OEWS (occupational employment and wage statistics) through Iowa Workforce Development.
First Semester | ||||
| DSL 324听-听Introduction to Diesel | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DSL 144听-听Electrical Systems | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DSL 846听-听Diesel Lab I | 6.0 Credit(s) | |||
| MAT 772听-听Applied Math 1 | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 17.0 Credits | ||||
Second Semester | ||||
| DSL 654听-听Hydraulic/Air Brakes | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DSL 674听-听Chassis/Driveline | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DSL 856听-听Diesel Lab II | 6.0 Credit(s) | |||
| ENG 110听-听Writing For The Workplace | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 17.0 Credits | ||||
Summer | ||||
| DSL 742听-听Air Conditioning/Refrigeration | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DSL 863听-听Diesel Lab III | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DSL 829听-听Preventative Maintenance | 2.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 7 Credits | ||||
Third Semester | ||||
| DSL 354听-听Engines I | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DSL 444听-听Fuel Systems | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
听 | ||||
| DSL 876听-听Diesel Lab IV 2 | 6.0 Credit(s) | |||
or | ||||
| DSL 883听-听Diesel Internship II 2 | 6.0 Credit(s) | |||
听 | ||||
| MGT 195听-听Workplace Empowerment | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 17.0 Credits | ||||
Fourth Semester | ||||
| DSL 364听-听Engines II | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
| DSL 544听-听Transmissions/Drive Axle | 4.0 Credit(s) | |||
听 | ||||
| DSL 886听-听Diesel Lab V 2 | 6.0 Credit(s) | |||
or | ||||
| DSL 883听-听Diesel Internship II 2 | 6.0 Credit(s) | |||
听 | ||||
| SOC 240听-听Criminology | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
| SPC 122听-听Interpersonal Communication | 3.0 Credit(s) | |||
Semester Total: 20.0 Credits | ||||
Total Semester Hours Required: 78.0 | ||||
Notes:1May substitute MAT 102听or higher. | ||||
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Program Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of the program students will:
- Use electrical and electronic terminology.
- Explain engine components and systems using proper terminology.
- Identify hydraulic and pneumatic system components.
- Describe the interconnection of the engine subsystems.
- Identify diesel engines according to manufacturer and model designation.
- Describe the function of the fuel system components.
- Interpret symptoms of a system malfunction using critical thinking skills to recommend a repair procedure.
- Read and interpret written repair orders.
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