Diesel/Heavy Equipment Certificate

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Minimum Requirements for Diesel/Heavy Equipment Certificate: 34 credits

Students must earn a C or better in each course.

General University Requirements
Complete the general university requirements.
Certificate Requirements
Complete the certificate requirements. 1
Diesel/Heavy Equipment Program Requirements
Complete the following:
DSLT F101Safety Including Rigging and Lifting1
DSLT F103Basic Equipment and Truck Operation1
DSLT F105Preventive Maintenance3
DSLT F107Basic Electrical Systems3
DSLT F108Advanced Electrical Systems3
DSLT F110Basic Industrial Fabrication2
or AUTO F190 Automotive Practicum I
DSLT F111Diesel Emissions2
DSLT F123Heavy Duty Braking Systems3
DSLT F201Manual Transmissions and Differentials3
DSLT F202Heavy Duty Automatic Transmissions2
DSLT F210Heavy Equipment Fabrication2
or AUTO F190 Automotive Practicum I
DSLT F212Hydraulics3
DSLT F254Engine6
Total Credits34
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As part of the certificate requirements, the communication, human relations and computation contents are embedded in the major required courses for this program.

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Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes are measurable statements that describe knowledge or skills achieved by students upon completion of the program.

Students graduating from this program will be able to:

  • Possess the skills and knowledge to become highly competitive candidates for job openings and promotions within the diesel/heavy equipment maintenance and related fields
  • Demonstrate computation skills sufficient for employment as a diesel/heavy equipment mechanic
  • Demonstrate writing skills sufficient for employment as a diesel/heavy equipment mechanic
  • Demonstrate oral communication skills sufficient for employment and understanding of human relations