Diesel Technology, Advanced Certificate
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OHProgram Code: 0401
The Diesel Technology Advanced Certificate program provides students with the training needed for maintaining and repairing heavy-duty diesel powered equipment. Instructional training is heavily focused on diesel engines performance, hydraulics, electrical, air conditioning, and drive trains.
Related Degrees and Certificates
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Program Core | ||
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition | 3 |
| PHY SCI 112 | General Course II Physical Science | 4 |
| MATH 107 | Math For Technicians I | 4 |
| 330TRNS 111 | Introduction to Diesel Technology | 3 |
| 330TRNS 112 | Diesel Electrical Systems I | 3 |
| 330TRNS 113 | Introduction to Diesel Engine Construction | 3 |
| 330TRNS 114 | Diesel Engine Construction I | 3 |
| 330TRNS 115 | Suspension and Steering | 3 |
| 330TRNS 116 | Diesel Brakes | 3 |
| 330TRNS 209 | Diesel Electrical Systems II | 3 |
| 330TRNS 211 | Diesel Preventive Maintenance | 3 |
| 330TRNS 213 | Diesel Engine Construction II | 3 |
| 330TRNS 214 | Emission Controls | 3 |
| 330TRNS 215 | Diesel Engine Performance | 3 |
| 330TRNS 216 | Heavy Duty Drives I (Manual) | 3 |
| 330TRNS 218 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| Total Hours | 50 | |
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in Diesel Technology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn a Basic Certificate (BC) and an Advanced Certificate (AC) in Diesel Technology.
Semester-By-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 107 | Math For Technicians I | 4 |
| 330TRNS 111 | Introduction to Diesel Technology | 3 |
| 330TRNS 113 | Introduction to Diesel Engine Construction | 3 |
| Hours | 10 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| 330TRNS 112 | Diesel Electrical Systems I | 3 |
| 330TRNS 114 | Diesel Engine Construction I | 3 |
| 330TRNS 115 | Suspension and Steering | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| 330TRNS 116 | Diesel Brakes | 3 |
| 330TRNS 209 | Diesel Electrical Systems II | 3 |
| ENGLISH 101 | Composition | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| 330TRNS 211 | Diesel Preventive Maintenance | 3 |
| 330TRNS 213 | Diesel Engine Construction II | 3 |
| 330TRNS 214 | Emission Controls | 3 |
| PHY SCI 112 | General Course II Physical Science | 4 |
| Hours | 13 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| 330TRNS 215 | Diesel Engine Performance | 3 |
| 330TRNS 216 | Heavy Duty Drives I (Manual) | 3 |
| 330TRNS 218 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| Hours | 9 | |
| Total Hours | 50 | |
Careers
This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.
Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
Job Description
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul buses and trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. Includes mechanics working primarily with automobile or marine diesel engines.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $25,838 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $53,220 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $84,917 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $12 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $26 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $41 |
Annual Job Openings
449 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 69.72% |
| A certificate | 17.66% |
| Some college | 7.17% |
| An Associate degree | 5.45% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 0.00% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree