Deisel Technology
Get hands-on with the machines that power the world in the Heavy Equipment/Diesel program. Learn how to inspect, maintain, and repair engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, brakes, and more—building real skills used in the field every day. Along the way, you’ll develop teamwork, leadership, and safety habits that employers look for, giving you a strong start toward a high-demand, high-paying career.
Heavy equipment/diesel is a program designed to prepare students with skills for the field maintenance of heavy equipment, and in general maintenance and overhaul of such equipment. Heavy equipment/diesel includes instruction in inspection, maintenance, and repair of tracks, wheels, brakes, operating controls, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, electrical circuitry, and engines. The course also includes training in applied communications, and employ-ability skills including leadership, human relations, and safe, efficient work practices.
Requirements
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Students are required to have and supply their own pair of dark blue coveralls to wear in the shop.
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Students must have and supply their own (shop appropriate) leather shoes or boots to wear in the shop.
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The students are responsible for the tools and tool boxes that are assigned to them. They are liable for missing tools.
Upon completion of Level III and passing the NATEF certification exam, students may earn their ASE certification
