Printed : 12 / 14 / 2021 Academic Year 2022-2023
Program Code 104124
Highly skilled technicians are needed to diagnose , service , and repair a variety of heavy equipment such as over-the-road trucks , off-the-road construction equipment , agricultural equipment , and potentially stationary power supply engines . As a graduate of the Diesel Heavy Equipment Technology associate degree program , you ' ll not only gain such high-tech skills and hands-on experience , you ' ll be prepared for management , ownership , supervisory level positions , and advanced educational options . Career opportunities include diesel and heavy equipment technician , related specialist technician , related parts support manager , industry related service manager / supervisor , industry related sales representative , business owner , and educational trainer . This program is accredited by The AED Foundation .
With 50 % Employed in Field
Curriculum : Students following the study plan below will complete the Diesel Heavy Equipment Technology associate degree in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester
10-890-101 College 101 10-412-170 Transportation Welding 1 10-412-125 Transportation Service Operati 10-412-100 Diesel Lab Operations 10-412-151 Intro to Diesel Mechanics 10-412-153 Intro to Electrical Systems 10-412-152 Schematic Interpretation 10-412-171 Transportation Welding 2 10-412-154 Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 1 Semester Total
Second Semester
1 1 1 1 2 1 2 1 2
12.00
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This program is offered at :
Sturgeon Bay
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Some credits from the following technical diploma ( s ) apply toward this associate degree :
Diesel Heavy Equipment Technician , 314126
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10-804-134 Mathematical Reasoning 10-412-155 Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 2 10-412-156 Hydraulic / Pneumatic Systems 10-412-158 Chassis Sub-Systems 10-412-159 Engine Sub-Systems 10-412-172 Introduction to Maintenance Semester Total
Summer Before Third Semester
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3 2 2 3 3 1
14.00
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10-412-180 Diesel Heavy Equip Internship 10-809-198 Intro to Psychology 10-809-172 Intro to Diversity Studies Semester Total |
1 3 3
7.00
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Please note that all new students apply to the technical diploma program . While attending you may later have the associate degree added .
Apply hydraulic systems fundamentals Manage chassis , steering , and suspension systems Explain diesel engine systems Explain diesel engine service fundamentals Perform required preventive maintenance Maintain brake systems Analyze electronic / electrical systems Manage heating - A / C systems
Third Semester
10-419-169 Hydraulics Technology 10-412-115 Diesel Equip Serv & Maintenanc 10-412-136 Diesel Mobile Hydraulic System 10-412-110 Diesel Power Train Theory 10-412-106 Diesel Engine Systems 10-412-113 Diesel Power Train App 10-801-136 English Composition 1 Semester Total
Fourth Semester
10-412-138 Diesel Track Drive Systems 10-412-146 Power Generation 1 10-412-107 Diesel Engine Troubleshooting 10-801-196 Oral / Interpersonal Comm 10-412-173 Power Generation 2 10-412-145 Mobile HVAC 10-458-100 CDL License Training Semester Total
2 2 2 1 3 3 3
16.00
2 2 3 3 1 3 1
15.00
Comprehend power train systems Interpret schematic drawings Diagnose engine systems Service vehicle systems
Total Credits
Curriculum Note : The credit for 10-890-101 , College 101 , is an Institutional Requirement for graduation . Consequently , it is not part of the program credit requirements , but must be passed with a C or better .
64.00
Communicate effectively with the customer Complete customer repair orders accurately
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