Diesel Equipment
Technology
David Pack - Instructor
Program Description: The general objective of the Diesel Equipment Technology program is the education of the individual in accordance with needs, ability, and interests in making the individual a responsible, contributing member of the community. An attempt is made to acquaint the students with vocational opportunities in Diesel Equipment Technology and its specialized branches: to teach the students the names, care and use of instruments, tools, and equipment associated with diesel mechanics repair work.
Length: 1080 hours (2 year program - 8 credits)
Employment Opportunities: Industry will always need qualified people to repair, maintain, and service diesel equipment that is used in transportation, construction, and in the work place.
Opportunities for Further Study: Students that successfully complete the program can go on to technical college for a technical degree or a university for a degree in mechanical engineering.
Course Sequence:
First Year (Afternoon) |
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1751 |
Fundamental of Diesel Technology | First Semester |
| 1749 1747 |
Diesel Chassis Concepts |
Second Semester |
Second Year (Morning) |
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| 1741 |
Diesel Engine Components | First Semester |
1743 1745 |
Diesel Tune Up and Troubleshooting Diesel Preventative Maintenance and Inspection |
Second Semester |
Articulation Agreements: Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College (28 hours); West Virginia University Institute of Technology (9 hours); Nashville Auto Diesel College (test out).
Community Partners: Dowell-Schlumberger, Mountain International, Walker Machinery, Vecellio and Grogan, and Leslie Equipment.