Diesel Technology

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Overview

If you’d like a high-paying career upon graduating from BTC, then you should consider the Diesel Technology Program. You’ll be prepared to work right away as a diesel technician, repairing and maintaining heavy trucks, buses, and road equipment like bulldozers and graders. Other positions you’d qualify for are diesel engine specialist, truck technician, marine technician, and construction and industrial machinery repair technician.

You will learn how to use leading-edge diesel technology, and work hands-on in an actual shop. Employers who hire graduates from the Diesel program include diesel automotive and trucking companies, rental companies, marine dealers, highway contractors, and farm and heavy equipment companies.

Program Outcomes

After successfully completing the AAS degree, students will be able to:

• Comply with personal and environmental safety practices specific to the diesel industry
• Perform advanced maintenance and repairs on various pieces of diesel equipment
• Provide critical thinking skills while utilizing technical information and testing procedures to diagnose customer concerns
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems
• Communicate work performed using trade specific language while documenting critical aspects clearly and concisely
• Demonstrate positive work traits and excellent customer service skills
• Research and identify emerging heavy equipment technologies
• Model teamwork that is reflective of a diverse work environment
• Evaluate and apply technical information and testing procedures

After successfully completing the Heavy Duty Chassis Maintenance and Repair certificate, students will be able to:

• Comply with personal and environmental safety practices specific to the diesel industry.
• Perform fundamental maintenance and repairs on diesel equipment.
• Provide critical thinking skills while utilizing technical information to perform various repairs.
• Communicate work performed using trade specific language while documenting critical aspects clearly and concisely.
• Diagnose and repair fundamental electrical and electronic systems.

Placement Requirements

Admissions application and assessment in Reading, Math, and Writing is required. Your placement will determine where you begin your course sequence. Contact Admissions at 360.752.8345 or at admissions@btc.edu for assistance with academic planning.

Additional Requirements

Prior to enrolling in program classes, students are required to submit the following documentation to the Admissions & Advising office:

1. Copy of your valid Driver’s License (with no restrictions due to driving offenses).
2. Current complete 3-year driving record from Washington State DOL. This copy of your driving record will be kept on file for advising purposes only.

Important Program Notes:

1. You are required to maintain a valid driver’s license as long as you are enrolled in this program.
2. Many employers and internship providers in this field will only hire applicants who have a clean driving record.
3. Driving records (abstracts) can be obtained for a fee. It is the responsibility of the applicant to pay for and order their driving records. You may obtain a copy of your current “Abstract of Driving Record” at your local Department of Licensing or by accessing the Washington State Department of Licensing on the web at www.dol.wa.gov.
4. A renewed copy of your valid driver’s license (with no restrictions due to driving offenses) may again be required at the start of your second year in the program.
5. All General Education courses must be completed prior to the beginning of the 2nd year.

Degree and Certificate Requirements

Diesel Technology Degree and Certificate completion requires a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher

Programs

• Diesel Technology, AAS

• Heavy Duty Chassis Maintenance and Repair Certificate

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