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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: Green Bay
Program Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition: $ 10,336, Books: $ 2,148, Supplies: $ 3,000 Total Approximate Costs $ 15,484
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 tuition 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
Diagnose major systems in the diesel heavy equipment industry. Repair major systems in the diesel heavy equipment industry. Service major systems in the diesel heavy equipment industry. Practice personal and professional work habits. Document complaint, cause and correction.
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 |
10412116- 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
10458100- CDL License Training |
1 |
10412107- Diesel Engine Troubleshooting |
3 |
10412138- Diesel Track Drive Systems |
2 |
8 Week 2
10412146- Power Generation 1 |
2 |
10412173- Power Generation 2 |
1 |
10412145- Mobile HVAC |
3 |
Semester Total 12
Total Credits 51
Curriculum Note: Students must earn a“ C” or higher in 10- 890-101, College 101.
Students must earn a " C " or better in 31-804-304 Vocational Math A
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