Diesel Equipment Technology

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - 79 credits

About this program
The diesel equipment technician works in an exciting and rapidly changing industry. This program prepares individuals to diagnose and repair diesel engines, clutches and transmissions, starting and suspension systems, wheel alignment, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, drive lines, differentials, hydraulic and air brake systems, electrical systems, electronically controlled fuel systems and transmissions, and involves instruction in the use of a wide variety of tools and diagnostic testing equipment. Students are prepared for careers in the maintenance of trucks and trailers, farm equipment, construction equipment, stationary diesel engines in electrical generators and other related equipment. About two-thirds of the instruction time is spent in the diesel lab working on live work and training models. Students learn to diagnose problems and disassemble, recondition and replace faulty parts, and get hands-on training in all program areas. This program is an Association of Diesel Specialists TechSmart program participant.
Program outcomes
  1. Demonstrate professionalism and related soft skills.
  2. Apply theory of vehicle operating systems.
  3. Diagnose vehicle operating systems.
  4. Repair vehicle operating systems.
  5. Interpret service information.
  6. Exhibit safety practices and procedures.
Accreditation
Minnesota State Community and Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604-1411 http://www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org Phone: 312.263.0456 / 800.621.7440
Tracks
Plans

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1st Fall Term - 18 credits

Course Credits
DSET1100 - Diesel Equipment Fundamentals 2
DSET1101 - Software Systems in Transportation 2
DSET1106 - Fuel Systems 2
DSET1112 - Hydraulics I 4
DSET1124 - Diesel Shop Management 1
DSET1130 - Trans Elec/Start/Charge 4

3 credits from one or more of these courses:

Course Credits
DSET1114 - Vehicle Brakes 3
DSET1116 - Fall Supervised Occupational Experience 3

1st Spring Term - 19 credits

Course Credits
DSET1110 - Power Train I 3
DSET1132 - Introduction to Engine Theory 2
DSET1136 - Introduction to Diesel Engines 2
DSET1144 - Electrical Troubleshooting 3
ECON1150 - Essentials of Economics 3
ENGL1101 - College Writing 3
TRNS1112 - Heating Ventilation A/C 3

1st Summer Term - 7 credits

Course Credits
DSET1140 - Supervised Occupational Experience I 7

2nd Fall Term - 18 credits

Course Credits
DSET2200 - Introduction to Electronic Controls 3
DSET2204 - Advanced Electrical and Emission Systems 3
DSET2242 - Advanced Engines and Fuel Systems 6
ENGL1215 - Professional and Technical Writing 3

3 credits from one or more of these courses:

Course Credits
COMM1120 - Introduction to Public Speaking 3
COMM1130 - Small Group Communication 3
COMM1140 - Interpersonal Communication 3

2nd Spring Term - 17 credits

Course Credits
DSET2206 - Electronic Controls 3
DSET2210 - Mobile Hydraulics 4
DSET2238 - Transmissions & Drive Systems 4
DSET2240 - Supervised Occupational Experience II 3
SOC1111 - Introduction to Sociology 3

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1st Fall Term - 18 credits

Course Credits
DCNH1116 - CNH (Case New Holland) Supervised Occupational Experience (SOE) I 3
DSET1100 - Diesel Equipment Fundamentals 2
DSET1101 - Software Systems in Transportation 2
DSET1106 - Fuel Systems 2
DSET1112 - Hydraulics I 4
DSET1124 - Diesel Shop Management 1
DSET1130 - Trans Elec/Start/Charge 4

1st Spring Term - 19 credits

Course Credits
DSET1110 - Power Train I 3
DSET1132 - Introduction to Engine Theory 2
DSET1136 - Introduction to Diesel Engines 2
DSET1144 - Electrical Troubleshooting 3
ECON1150 - Essentials of Economics 3
ENGL1101 - College Writing 3
TRNS1112 - Heating Ventilation A/C 3

1st Summer Term - 7 credits

Course Credits
DCNH1118 - CNH (Case New Holland) Supervised Occupational Experience (SOE) II 7

2nd Fall Term - 18 credits

Course Credits
DCNH2242 - Advanced Engines and Fuel Systems 6
DSET2200 - Introduction to Electronic Controls 3
DSET2204 - Advanced Electrical and Emission Systems 3
ENGL1215 - Professional and Technical Writing 3

3 credits from one or more of these courses:

Course Credits
COMM1120 - Introduction to Public Speaking 3
COMM1130 - Small Group Communication 3
COMM1140 - Interpersonal Communication 3

2nd Spring Term - 17 credits

Course Credits
DCNH2210 - Mobile Hydraulics 4
DCNH2218 - CNH (Case New Holland) Supervised Occupational Experience (SOE) III 3
DCNH2238 - Transmissions and Drive Systems 4
DSET2206 - Electronic Controls 3
SOC1111 - Introduction to Sociology 3