2024-2025 College Catalog

Diesel Equipment Technology Diploma

Diesel Equipment Technology Diploma (Major Code: DET4)

Program Description

The Diesel Equipment Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the diesel equipment service and repair profession. Learning opportunities enable students to develop academic, technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of truck, heavy equipment, and practical applications necessary for successful employment depending on the specialization area a student chooses to complete. Program graduates receive a Diesel Equipment Technology diploma that qualifies them as entry-level Diesel Equipment technician.

Career Information

Occupation

Auto Diesel Equipment Tech

Career Projections

The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 12% nationally and 9% in the State of Georgia over the next several years. Estimated salaries in this field start at $50,000 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: 4 Terms

Credit Hours: 52

Estimated Program Cost: $7,668

Required Courses

 

General Education Courses - (8 Credits)

English Requirement - (3 Credits)

Select one of the following English courses

3

ENGL 1010Fundamentals of English I

3

Or

ENGL 1005Applied Technical Communication

3

Math Requirement - (3 Credits)

Select one of the following Math Courses

MATH 1012Foundations of Mathematics

3

Or

MATH 1005Applied Technical Mathematics

3

Social/Behavioral Science Requirement - (2 Credits)

EMPL 1000Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development

2

Occupational Courses (30 Credits)

FYES 1001First Year Experience Seminar

3

COMP 1000Introduction to Computer Literacy

3

DIET 1000Introduction to Diesel Technology, Tools, and Safety

3

DIET 1010Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems

7

DIET 1020Preventive Maintenance

5

DIET 1030Diesel Engines

6

DIET 1040Diesel Truck and Heavy Equipment HVAC Systems

3

Medium/Heavy Truck Specialization (14 Credits)

DIET 2000Truck Steering and Suspension Systems

4

DIET 2010Truck Brake Systems

4

DIET 2020Truck Drive Trains

4

DIET 2021Truck Transmissions

2

Total Credit Hours: 52

 

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 display competence in performing basic maintenance procedures for all diesel vehicles, engines and equipment serviced in the shop.
3. The graduate will be able to pursue update training and certification to maintain current knowledge on diesel systems and equipment.
4. The graduate will be able to display the ability to seek and use technical information to diagnose problems.
5. The graduate will be able to communicate knowledgeably and professionally with peers and customers regarding all repairs and display appropriate industry work ethics.