Academic year: 2024-2025
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 See costs of tuition, books, and supplies.
This program is fully eligible for financial aid.
Estimates based on in-state residency. Please visit the following URL to learn more about tutition and fees for this program. https:// www. nwtc. edu / admissions-and-aid / paying-for-college / tuition-and-fees? ProgramCode = 314126
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 10412101- Diesel Service Fundamentals 2 10890101- College 101 1 31804304- Vocational Math A 1 10412170- Transportation Welding 1 1 10412151- Intro to Diesel Mechanics 2 10412171- Transportation Welding 2 1
8 Week 2 31804305- Vocational Math B 1 10412153- Intro to Electrical Systems 1 10412154- Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 1 2
Semester Total 12
Second Semester 8 Week 1 10412152- Schematic Interpretation 2 10412155- Diesel Heavy Duty Electrical 2 2 10412156- Hydraulic / Pneumatic Systems 2 10412158- Chassis Sub-Systems 3
8 Week 2 10412159- Engine Sub-Systems 3 10412172- Introduction to Maintenance 1
Semester Total 13
Summer Before Third Semester 8 Week 1 10412180- Diesel Heavy Equip Internship 1
Semester Total 1
Third Semester 8 Week 1
10412106- Diesel Engine Systems 3 10419169- Hydraulics Technology 2 10412115- Diesel Equip Serv & Maintenanc 2
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 10458100- CDL License Training 1 10412107- Diesel Engine Troubleshooting 3 10412146- Power Generation 1 2
8 Week 2 10412173- Power Generation 2 1
10412145- Mobile HVAC 3
Semester Total 12
Total Credits 51
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.
Students must earn a " C " or better in 31-804-304 Vocational Math A
151