Award Type:

Upon successful completion of all apprenticeship requirements, apprentices may be eligible to receive a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship, issued through the Office of Apprenticeship.

Award Type:

Upon successful completion of all apprenticeship requirements, apprentices may be eligible to receive a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship, issued through the Office of Apprenticeship.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the program, students will be able to:
• Diagnose, adjust, repair, and overhaul diesel engines, pumps, generators, and transmissions
• Inspect mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components of vehicles to identify problems
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine servicing on diesel-powered vehicles
• Operate lifting equipment, hydraulic jacks, and heavy machinery safely
• Adjust vehicle components, including brakes, wheels, and computer-controlled emission devices
• Repair and install vehicle parts, accessories, and alternative fuel systems
• Use diagnostic tools, testing instruments, and software to evaluate system performance
• Demonstrate leadership, professionalism, and workplace readiness

Educational Objective:

Vocational - This program is designed to prepare registered apprentices for long-term careers in diesel technology through a combination of structured technical instruction and supervised on-the-job learning.

Tuition:

$4,500.00

Fees: Books, materials, toolkits, and testing fees may apply

Length of Course:

3 years (46 weeks per year, 448 total hours of Related Technical Instruction)

Course Outline:

Year 1
• Introduction to Diesel - 64 hours
• Electrical Systems - 64 hours
• Hydraulic Systems - 32 hours
Total Year One Hours: 160

Year 2
• Chassis/Drive Line - 64 hours
• Fuel Systems - 64 hours
• Air Conditioning - 16 hours
Total Year Two Hours: 144

Year 3
• Transmissions/Drive Axle - 64 hours
• Preventative Maintenance - 32 hours
• Air Brakes - 32 hours
• Refrigeration - 16 hours
Total Year Three Hours: 144

Total Program Hours: 448

Course Descriptions:
• Introduction to Diesel: Covers diesel engine fundamentals, operation theories, basic subsystems, repair procedures, and tool use.

• Electrical Systems: Covers batteries, starting and charging systems, circuitry, and basic electronics for diesel vehicles.

• Fuel Systems: Introduces diesel fuel injection, pump operation, tuning, computer diagnostics, and electronic injection systems.

• Transmissions/Drive Axle: In-depth operational theory, diagnosis, and repair of truck transmissions and rear drive axles.

• Hydraulic/Air Brakes: Covers hydraulic and pneumatic brake systems, component operation, repair, and testing.

• Chassis/Drive Line: Introduces truck chassis integration, steering, suspension, power flow, and drive components.

• Air Conditioning/Refrigeration: Covers mechanical refrigeration/heating systems and vehicle climate control.

• Preventative Maintenance: Teaches full preventative maintenance inspection, documentation, and repair procedures.

Admissions Requirements:

Participants must be registered apprentices employed full time by an approved apprenticeship sponsor, completing approximately 2,000 hours of on-the-job learning per year, and meeting all eligibility and performance requirements outlined in the Apprenticeship Program Standards.

Attendance Requirements:

Regular attendance is required. Absences will be communicated to the apprentice’s employer sponsor. Apprentices may work with the instructor to make up missed coursework, subject to sponsor approval.

Instructor Credentials:

Industry-qualified Diesel Technicians meeting apprenticeship and instructional requirements.