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Diesel and Heavy-Duty Mechanics

Diesel Mechanics

If you love big machinery and enjoy getting your hands dirty, then it’s time to consider Diesel and Heavy-Duty Mechanics. At Snow, your instructors will work closely with you to help you make the most of your education. You’ll have hands-on experience and complete the program with all the skills you need to pass the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams and become a licensed diesel technician.

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Skills Taught

  • Electrical/Electronic Systems
  • Suspension and Steering
  • Brakes
  • Transmissions and Drive Trains
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Engine Repair
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Hydraulics
  • Fuel Systems
  • Emissions Systems

Career Options for Graduates

Diesel Technician for:

  • Light and Heavy-duty Trucking
  • Mining Equipment
  • Off Highway Equipment
  • Excavating Machinery
  • Construction Equipment
  • Trains
  • Ships
Three Semesters

Three Semesters

Certificate of Proficiency

Two Year

2 years (69-71 credits)

Associate of Applied Science

Tuition

Tuition*

$5355, $85/credit

Student Fees

$192/semester

* Tuition and fees are subject to change.

Tools

Tools

$750-$2000 (approximate, some are optional)

Books

Books

$180 (approximate)

Fall Semester

Fall

Spring Semester

Spring

Summer Semester

Summer

Students may start this program at the beginning of fall, spring, or summer semester. (August, January, May)

Outlook Up

3% Growth

Job Outlook

Salary

$48,500

Annual Median Salary

Location

Richfield Campus

Richfield Campus

Classes Required for AAS in Diesel Technology

Course # Title Credit Hours
Certificate of Proficiency Diesel Electrical/Electronics and Computerized Engine Controls 16
Certificate of Proficiency Diesel Maintenance and Light Repair 18
Certificate of Proficiency Diesel Engines, Hydraulics and Chassis 16
Certificate of Proficiency Diesel Drivetrains, Engine Performance, and HVAC 17
  Total Program Credits 49
BUS 1020 Computer Technology Applications 3
GNST 1200 or BUS 1170 Foundations or Human Relations in Organizations 3
Math 1050 or AT 1715 College Algebra or Applied Technical Math 3-4
ENGL 1010 or BUS 2200 Intro to Writing or Business Communication 3
  General Education Credits 12-13
AUTO 1001 Intro to Automotive Technology I 3
AUTO 1002 Intro to Automotive Technology II 3
AUTO 1509 Hot Rods and Performance Vehicles 2
CMP 1000 Composite Basics 3
MTT 1000 Survey of Machine Tool 2
WELD 1012 Oxy-Acetylene Welding 2
WELD 1015 Cutting Processes 2
WELD 1030 Related Oxy-Acetylene and Arc Welding 3
  Elective Credits 2-3
  Total Number of Credits 63-64

Certificate of Proficiency in Diesel Maintenance and Light Repair

Course # Title Credit Hours
AUTO 1000 Safety and Basics* 1
DMT 1001 Intro to Diesel Technology I 3
DMT 1002 Intro to Diesel Technology II 3
DMT 1401 Steering and Suspension 2
DMT 1405 Steering and Suspension Lab 2
DMT 1501 Diesel Brakes 2
DMT 1505 Diesel Brakes Lab 2
  Program Credits 15
AUTO 1001 Intro to Automotive Technology I 3
AUTO 1002 Intro to Automotive Technology II 3
DMT 1101 and DMT 1005 Diesel Engine Repair Class and Lab 4
DMT 2311 and DMT 2315 Hydraulics and Pneumatics Class and Lab 3
DMT 2701 and DMT 2705 Heating and Air Conditioning Class and Lab 4
  Elective Credit min of 3
  Total Credits 18

Certificate of Proficiency in Diesel Electrical/Electronics and Computerized Engine Controls

Course # Title Credit Hours
AUTO 1000 Safety and Basics* 1
AUTO 1601 Electrical and Electronics I 4
AUTO 1605 Electrical and Electronics I Lab 1
AUTO 2601 Electrical and Electronics II 4
AUTO 2605 Electrical and Electronics II Lab 2
DMT 1801 Computerized Engine Controls and Fuel Systems 2
DMT 1805 Computerized Engine Controls and Fuel Systems Lab 2
  Total Credits for Certificate 16

Certificate of Proficiency in Diesel Engines, Hydraulics, and Chassis

Course # Title Credit Hours
AUTO 1000 Safety and Basics* 1
DMT 1401 Steering and Suspension Systems 2
DMT 1405 Steering and Suspension Systems Lab 2
DMT 1501 Diesel Brakes 2
DMT 1505 Diesel Brakes Lab 2
DMT 1101 Engine Repair 2
DMT 1105 Engine Repair Lab 2
DMT 2311 Hydraulics and Pneumatics 2
DMT 2315 Hydraulics and Pneumatics Lab 1
  Total Credits for Certificate 16

Certificate of Proficiency in Diesel Drivetrains, Engine Performance and HVAC

Course # Title Credit Hours
AUTO 1000 Safety and Basics* 1
DMT 2801 Emissions Control Systems 2
DMT 2805 Emissions Control Systems Lab 2
DMT 1801 Computerized Engine Controls & Fuel Systems 2
DMT 1805 Computerized Engine Controls & Fuel Systems Lab 2
DMT 1301 Transmissions and Drivetrains 2
DMT 1305 Transmissions and Drivetrains Lab 2
DMT 2701 Heating and Air Conditioning 2
DMT 2705 Heating and Air Conditioning Lab 2
  Total Credits for Certificate 17
*Students will only take AUTO 1000 one time