Diesel mechanics repair and maintain diesel engines that power transportation equipment, such as heavy trucks, buses, and locomotives;
construction equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, and road graders; and farm equipment such as tractors and combines; electric generators,
compressors and pumps used in oil well drilling and in irrigation.
They are employed by equipment dealers, leasing companies, independent automotive repair shops, local and long-distance trucking companies, public
transit companies, school systems, and federal, state, and local government.
Diesel mechanics need good reading and basic mathematics skills to study technical manuals and keep abreast of new technology and learn new service
and repair procedures and specifications. More job openings are expected for
diesel mechanics than for most other occupations.
The Diesel Technology Pathway takes students through an extensive college credit program that includes:
- Diesel Mechanics and Cycle Application
- Maintenance and Repair Problems
- Engine Overhaul and Accessory Servicing
- Diesel Tune-up and Repair
Previous high school courses in Automotive Mechanics are not necessary to
be successful in the program.
Technology:
Cummings, Detroit, Caterpillar, and other full-size engines are used in the lab for repair and overhaul instruction. Classroom theory is learned
through demonstration and lecture.
Job Opportunities:
Graduates are employed in the local area by equipment dealers, leasing companies, automotive repair shops, local and long-distance trucking
companies, public transit companies, school systems, and federal, state and
local government.
Placement Rate & Salaries:
The placement rate for completers of the program has exceeded 100 percent during the past three years, according to data reported by the Texas Higher
Education Coordinating Board.
Starting wages vary according to the job and geographic location and the experience of the graduate. Wage information is available on request.
Accreditation Statement:
The Diesel Technology program at Angelina College is accredited by the Texas Higher Education Board and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Diesel Technology
Level 1 Certificate |
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REQUIRED TECHNICAL CORE COURSES |
CREDIT HRS |
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DEMR 1406 – Diesel Engine I |
4 |
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DEMR 1405 – Basic Electrical Systems |
4 |
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DEMR 1413 – Fuel Systems |
4 |
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DEMR 1442 – Power Train Applications I |
4 |
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DEMR 1449 – Diesel Engine II |
4 |
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DEMR 2432 – Electronic
Controls |
4 |
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Total Hours for Certificate |
24 |
The program is offered in evening college only from 5:30 p.m. to 9:40 p.m., Monday-Thursday. A student can complete the program in two full
semesters. Students attending two nights each week will require four regular
(fall, spring) semesters to complete the program.
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