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Engineering and Industrial Technology: DIESEL
Career Studies Certificates:
• Diesel and Industrial Machine Repair (221.920.62)
• Marine Diesel Technician (221.920.20)
The certificates in Diesel Technology are designed for those interested in
entering the workforce as diesel and/or marine diesel machine technicians.
The Diesel and Industrial Machine Repair track is focused on diagnosis,
repair, and maintenance of semi-tractors, construction equipment, and
agricultural equipment. The Marine Diesel Technician program provides
students with a background in marine mechanics, construction and
function of hulls, drive power principles, propellers, and other practical
experience in working with maritime equipment.
Career Studies: Diesel and Industrial Machine Repair (221.920.62)
Gainful Employment Consumer Information
The Diesel and Industrial Machine Repair program is a hands-on practical
experience program. The student will receive extensive training on diesel
engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brake systems and advanced engine
rebuilding. Along with classroom instruction, the students will spend the
majority of their time in the shop, working on real-life projects.
In the Diesel program, the students learn the theory of diesel engine
operation along with the latest repair and diagnostic procedures available
in the diesel industry. Designed to prepare the student for entry into diesel
repair, this program’s emphasis is on diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of
semi-tractors, construction equipment, and agricultural equipment.
| SEMESTER 1 |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
DSL 121 |
Diesel Engines I |
6 |
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DSL 143 |
Diesel Truck Electrical Systems |
4 |
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SEMESTER TOTAL |
10 |
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| SEMESTER 2 |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
DSL 122 |
Diesel Engines II |
5 |
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DSL 152 |
Diesel Power Trains, Chassis, and Suspension |
4 |
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DSL 161 |
Air Brake Systems I |
2 |
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SEMESTER TOTAL |
11 |
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| SEMESTER 3 |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
DSL 133 |
Diesel Fuel and Injection Systems |
6 |
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SEMESTER TOTAL |
6 |
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TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS |
27 |
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Career Studies: Marine Diesel Technician (221.920.20)
Gainful Employment Consumer Information
The Marine Diesel Technician program provides students with training on
modern marine diesel engines and related systems. This program includes
the diagnosis, and rebuilding of diesel engines. Also included in the
program is the study of fuel injection systems, marine electrical, hydraulics,
and marine maintenance mechanics.
The Marine Diesel Technician program is a hands-on practical experience
program. The student will study the unique requirements of marine
mechanics, which includes basic nomenclature, construction and function
of hulls, drive power principles, propellers, steering systems, controls,
electrical equipment, instruments, and accessories.
| SEMESTER 1 |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
DSL 121 |
Diesel Engines I |
6 |
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DSL 133 |
Diesel Fuel and Injection Systems |
6 |
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MAR 130 |
Marine Maintenance Mechanics |
3 |
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SEMESTER TOTAL |
15 |
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| SEMESTER 2 |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Credits |
Prerequisite |
DSL 122 |
Diesel Engines II |
5 |
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MAR 137 |
Basic Marine Electrical Circuits |
4 |
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MAR 140 |
Introduction to Hydraulics and Hydraulic Systems |
4 |
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SEMESTER TOTAL |
13 |
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TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS |
28 |
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