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Diesel Heavy Equipment Technician - Technical Diploma
Program Code : 314126
Graduates of this technical diploma program are equipped to diagnose , service , and repair a variety of diesel powered equipment . Typical careers include construction equipment technician , engine technician , farm equipment technician , fuel injection technician , service technician , and truck driver / diesel technician . This program is accredited by The AED Foundation .
Delivery
Day Full-time
Explore Locations
This program is offered at :
Sturgeon Bay
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition : $ 9,719 , Books : $ 430 , Supplies : $ 3,000 Total Approximate Costs $ 13,149
This program is eligible for financial aid . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college )
Estimates based on in-state residency . Learn more about tuition and fees . ( https :// www . nwtc . edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees )
Requirements for Program Entry
Apply at www . nwtc . edu / apply . Submit the following to transcripts @ nwtc . edu : High school transcript ( or GED / HSED transcript ). College transcript . If your cumulative GPA is below 2.6 , complete or submit a placement evaluation .
Tip ! Our admission advisors will assist you through every step . Have questions ? Connect with NWTC Admissions at start @ nwtc . edu or 920-498-5444 .
Program Outcomes
Apply hydraulic systems fundamentals . Manage chassis , steering , and suspension systems . Explain diesel engine systems . Explain diesel engine service fundamentals . Describe the mechanics of track drive systems . Perform required preventative maintenance . Use welding and machine tools . Maintain brake systems . Analyze electronic / electrical systems . Manage heating - AC systems . Interpret schematic drawings . Comprehend power train systems . Diagnose engine systems . Service vehicle systems .
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the Diesel Heavy Equipment Technician technical diploma in the number of semesters shown .
First Semester |
8 Week 1 |
10412125 - Transportation Service Operati |
1 |
10890101 - College 101 |
1 |
10412170 - Transportation Welding 1 |
1 |
10412151 - Intro to Diesel Mechanics |
2 |
10412153 - Intro to Electrical Systems |
1 |
8 Week 2 |
10412152 - Schematic Interpretation |
2 |
10412171 - Transportation Welding 2 |
1 |
10412154 - Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 1 |
2 |
10412100 - Diesel Lab Operations |
1 |
Semester Total 12
Second Semester 8 Week 1 10804134 - Mathematical Reasoning 3 10412156 - Hydraulic / Pneumatic Systems 2 10412158 - Chassis Sub-Systems 3
8 Week 2 |
10412155 - Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 2 |
2 |
10412159 - Engine Sub-Systems |
3 |
10412172 - Introduction to Maintenance |
1 |
Semester Total 14
Summer Before Third Semester 10412180 - Diesel Heavy Equip Internship 1
Semester Total 1
Third Semester 8 Week 1 10419169 - Hydraulics Technology 2
10412115 - Diesel Equip Serv & Maintenanc 2 10412106 - Diesel Engine Systems 3
8 Week 2 |
10412110 - Diesel Power Train Theory |
1 |
10412113 - Diesel Power Train App |
3 |
10412136 - Diesel Mobile Hydraulic System |
2 |
Semester Total 13
Fourth Semester 8 Week 1 10412138 - Diesel Track Drive Systems 2
10412146 - Power Generation 1 2 10412107 - Diesel Engine Troubleshooting 3
8 Week 2 |
10412173 - Power Generation 2 |
1 |
10412145 - Mobile HVAC |
3 |
10458100 - CDL License Training |
1 |
Semester Total 12
Total Credits 52
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 .
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