Academic year: 2024-2025
Diesel Maintenance Technician- Technical Diploma
Program Code: 304122
This one-year technical diploma will provide students with the basic entry level skills for successful employment as a maintenance technician in a diesel heavy equipment or truck repair facility.
Delivery
Day Full-time
Explore Locations
This program is offered at:
Green Bay Sturgeon Bay
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $ 4,961, Books: $ 190, Supplies: $ 0 Total Approximate Costs $ 5,151 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 = 304122
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
Curriculum
Students following the study plan below will complete the Automotive Maintenance 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 10412171- Transportation Welding 2 1
8 Week 2 10412153- Intro to Electrical Systems 1 10412151- Intro to Diesel Mechanics 2 31804305- Vocational Math B 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
Total Credits 25
Curriculum Note: Students must earn a " C " or better in 31- 804-304 Vocational Math A
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.
Apply hydraulic systems fundamentals. Manage chassis, steering, and suspension systems. Perform required preventative maintenance. Use welding and machine tools. Maintain brake systems. Analyze electronic / electrical systems. Interpret schematic drawings. Service vehicle systems. Practice personal and professional work habits. Document complaint, cause and correction.
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