Diesel Powered Equipment Technology

About

The Diesel Powered Equipment Technology program provides practical experience in the repair and maintenance of engines, fuel systems, electrical systems, clutch and transmissions, hydraulics, drivelines and axles, frame and suspension systems, steering systems, brake systems, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.  Students receive instruction in diagnosing trouble, system analysis, disassembly, replacing defective parts, reassembling, etc.  The program mission is to provide technical instruction and skill development to enable students to enter employment in truck, construction, agricultural equipment, and other related fields as technicians.  By working on actual diesel powered equipment, students are well prepared to enter the workforce after graduation.

Program Outcomes:   

To provide training for those who are interested in obtaining a thorough knowledge of Diesel Powered Equipment component construction, theory of operation, proper service procedures, mechanical skills necessary for gainful employment in the Diesel field, and to obtain ASE Certification in one or more areas.
To develop a knowledge and skill of the use of tools, diagnostic test equipment, technical manuals, and practical “hands on” industry type shop experience.
To insure the trainee develops proper safety practices and desirable attitudes such as good moral and personal characteristics essential to job success.
To develop the student’s cognitive and psychomotor skills to be able to pass the examinations administered by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and be awarded their certificate showing their areas of demonstrated competence.

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time, Part Time
Typical Program Length 20 Months
Clock Hours 2,160
Class Type Day
Credentials Certificate, Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $7,705.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $6,000.00

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Preventative Maintenance Service Technician432Certificate
Diesel Engine Assembler864Certificate
Diesel Technician Apprentice1296Certificate
Diesel Technician Assistant1728Certificate
Diesel Technician2160Diploma

Campus Locations

Main Campus
716 McMurry Blvd East
Hartsville, TN 37074

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
DPE 0001 - Worker Characteristic
DPE 1005 - Technology Foundations
DPE 1010 - Orientation
DPE 1020 - Safety
DPE 1031 - General Shop Skills
DPE 1040 - Preventative Maintenance
DPE 1050 - Basic Diesel Theory
Second Trimester: 
DPE 0002 - Worker Characteristic
DPE 2010 - Diesel Engine Mechanical
Third Trimester: 
DPE 0003 - Worker Characteristic
DPE 3010 - Basic Electricity & Electronic
DPE 3020 - Electronic Diesel Engine Control
Fourth Trimester: 
DPE 0004 - Worker Characteristic
DPE 4010 - Brakes
DPE 4020 - Suspension and Steering
DPE 4030 - Hydraulics
Fifth Trimester: 
DPE 0005 - Worker Characteristic
DPE 5010 - Drive Trains
DPE 5020 - Heating Ventilation & AC

Certifications

National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)

Instructors

Dan Tiedemann
615-374-2147 x122

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