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, during the mandatory GET Started appointment, students will be required to present and attest the following to the Outreach, Advising, and Counseling Department:

1. Present your valid driver’s license;
2. Attest that you presented a valid driver’s license to your program advisor and that you will notify your program faculty immediately if your driver’s license is suspended OR restricted for any reason.

 Important Program Notes:

1. While it is not required to have a clean driving record to enter the program, some employers and internship providers in this field may only hire applicants who have a clean driving record;
2. All General Education courses must be completed prior to the beginning of the 2nd year of the program.

Degree and Certificate Requirements

The Diesel AAS and Heavy Duty Chassis Maintenance & Repair certificate completions require a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.

Programs

• Diesel Technology, AAS

• Heavy Duty Chassis Maintenance and Repair Certificate

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