2024-2025 College Catalog

Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Technician TCC

Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Technician TCC (Major Code: DE11)

Program Description

The Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Technician certificate program provides the student with training for becoming an entry level diesel electrical/electronic systems technician. The topics presented include diesel shop safety and tool use, basic electrical and electronics theory, starting and charging systems, and electronic controls and accessory systems.

Career Information

Occupation

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

Career Projections

The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 12% nationally and 5.2% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $38,000 a year.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.

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Admission Requirements

General College Admissions Requirements

Program Contact Information

Rubin Williams

Instructor, Auto Diesel Technology

Academic Building C2324

rwilliams@atlantatech.edu

404-225-4489

 

Brian Ford

Automotive Technology Instructor

Academic Building C2324

bford@atlantatech.edu

404-225-4424

Program Length and Cost

Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 1 Term

Credit Hours: 10

Estimated Program Cost: $1,842

Required Courses

 

Occupational Courses (10 Credits)

DIET 1000Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools, and Safety

3

DIET 1010Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems

7

Total Credit Hours: 10

 

Program Outcomes

1. The graduate will be able to follow a methodical diagnostic process while performing all repairs in a service shop.
2. The graduate will be able to pursue update training and certification to maintain current knowledge on diesel systems and equipment.
3. The graduate will be able to display the ability to seek and use technical information to diagnose problems.
4. The graduate will be able to communicate knowledgeably and professionally with peers and customers regarding all repairs and display appropriate industry work ethics.