Western Technical College

It is so satisfying to teach students a trade that permits them to live well and take control of their future with their own hands.

–Jesus Acevedo, Diesel Technology Program Director

Certificate Program

Program length: 14 months daytime; 22 months evenings
This course is approximately 50 percent classroom training and 50 percent hands-on training.

Today's world runs on diesel, and this program will get you started on a career that could have you working on big rigs, cruise ships, offshore drilling platforms, power stations, farm equipment, railroads, or mining equipment.

In this program you'll learn to diagnose malfunctions and make repairs on diesel engines, suspension and steering, air brakes, electrical/electronics, drive train, HVAC, and hydraulics. You'll also learn to perform preventative maintenance.

• Students work on Cat, Cummins, Detroit and Volvo engines, to name a few.
• Our diesel instructors have years of hands-on experience.
• As part of your program you will have the opportunity to do an externship in the diesel industry to gain real-world experience while you earn college credit.

Courses Include

• Electronic Fundamentals
• Diesel Engines
• Fuel Systems
• Basic Cutting and Welding
• Climate Control Systems
• Hydraulic Applications
• Externship Program

Career Opportunities

• Diesel Mechanic
• Diesel Technician
• Diesel Mechanic Apprentice
• Transit Mechanic
• Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Diesel Engine Specialist
• Diesel Powerplant Mechanic
• Diesel Engine Erector

*This is a partial list of courses required in this program. For complete program information, please refer to the school catalog.

*Tuition, Fees, and Books & Supplies are subject to change at the discretion of Western Technical College.

Tuition: $23,170.00
Fees: $100.00
Books & Supplies: $6,460.21
On-Time Graduation Rate (Full Time): 62.12%
On-Time Graduation Rate (Part Time): 57.69%
ACCSC Placement Rate (Full Time): 81.00%
ACCSC Placement Rate (Part Time): 88.00%
TWC Employment Rate: 73.17%
Median Loan Debt:
Title IV Loans: $13,115.12
Private Educational Loans: N/A

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Diesel Technology

CIP Code: 47.0605 Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician

SOC# 49-3031.00       Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Specialists

Western Technical College does not have data on Private Educational Loans for the award year 2010 (07/01/2009 – 06/30/2010). Therefore the Median Loan Debt for this category is not available.

Revised 9/2/2011