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Description
“The diesel engine is the workhorse powering the Nation’s trucks and buses, because it delivers more power and is more durable than its gasoline-burning counterpart. Diesel-powered engines also are becoming more prevalent in light vehicles, including pickups and other work trucks.”
“Diesel service technicians and mechanics repair and maintain the diesel engines that power transportation equipment such as heavy trucks, buses, and locomotives. Some diesel technicians and mechanics also work on heavy vehicles and mobile equipment, including bulldozers, cranes, road graders, farm tractors, and combines. A small number of technicians repair diesel-powered passenger automobiles, light trucks, or boats.” Completion of the SLTATC Heavy Duty Diesel Technician Program will equip students with a comprehensive knowledge of diesel engines and other technologies related to maintaining and repairing diesel-powered vehicles and other similar systems. Individuals wanting refresher training in a specific skill or upgrade training in a particular subassembly may enroll in individual courses with the prior approval of Student Services and the program instructor. (Description adapted from the 2005 Occupational Outlook Handbook.)
Certification:
Utah College of Applied Technology (UCAT) Certificate of Completion:Heavy Duty Diesel Technician.
Skills you will learn:
- General shop safety and operation
- Diesel engine performance & diagnosis
- HVAC basics
- Suspension and steering systems
- Heavy-duty brake systems
- Preventive maintenance & gen. service
- Electrical and electronics systems
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Length
Typically, students will spend approximately 1,200 hours learning the required material in this program. The actual time depends on the schedules selected by the students and their ability to master the subject material. Students choose when they want to attend courses during the hours when the courses are offered and seats are available. Sponsored students may be required to complete programs and courses within a certain time period.
Structure
Competency based format; open-entry, open-exit delivery. Students must take the “Safety and Shop Skills” course first and pass with a score of 100%.
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Location
This program is offered at the following location:
Program Admission Requirements
Student Services will assess the math and English language skills of new adult students using the Test of Adult Basic English (TABE) Locator and Survey or by evaluating their skills through high school or college transcripts. High school students are not tested; instead, their school counselor will determine if they have met the appropriate skill levels for the training program they are entering. The assessment and an introductory meeting with an SLTATC Student Advisor will determine specific training needs and an appropriate program schedule for new students.
Occupation and Licensure Requirements
Many heavy-duty diesel shops desire their technicians to have a CDL Class A license to be able to drive trucks for diagnosis and following repairs. This course is offered separately at the SLTATC.
Articulation Agreements
Certain courses in this program may be transferable from competencies to college credit at the Salt Lake Community College. Read more about Articulation Agreements and Pathways.
Program Disclosure Documents
The College has a detailed disclosure document which discusses important information about being a student in the Heavy Duty Diesel Technician program. Access the program disclosure documents.
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Fees as of July 1, 2008. Subject to change without notice.
| General College Fees |
Amount
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| Late Payment |
$5.00
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| Registration - Program |
40.00
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| Registration - Single Class |
5.00
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| Re-enrollment |
20.00
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| Schedule Change |
5.00
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| Transcript |
3.00
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| UCAT Graduation |
15.00
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| Heavy Duty Diesel Technician 1,200 hour program |
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Full Time Students
(30 hours)
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Part Time Students
(20 hours)
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Part Time Students (10 hours)
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| Approximate Training Time: |
10 months
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15 months
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30 months
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| Estimated Cost of College Tuition: * |
$1,500
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$1,728
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$1,656
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| Estimated Cost of College Fees (registration/supplies): * |
$190
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$265
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$490
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Estimated Cost of Required Books:**
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$223
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$223
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$223
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Estimated Cost of Materials not included with supply fee:
- Safety glasses |
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$4
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$4
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| Estimated Total Cost of Training: * |
$1,917
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$2,220
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$2,373
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*Costs are based upon the enrollment of 30 hours per week, 20 hours per week and 10 hours per week and 100% progress, for in-state, adult students. Actual training time and cost of tuition will be based upon the exact number of hours a student is enrolled each week and progress in their courses. Tuition and fee information is published on the College web site. College fees include registration fee and monthly supply fee.
**See bookstore for texts required by course and current pricing. Optional texts are not included in this cost.
This publication is not a contractual agreement. While all costs are good faith estimates based upon current prices, the costs of textbooks, materials, equipment and clothing are variable and outside of the control of the College.
Tuition rates are established and approved by the Utah State Board of Regents and the Utah College of Applied Technology Board of Trustees. In accordance with State law, the public will be notified in advance and will be able to comment regarding any proposed changes in tuition.
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