Diesel On-Highway, A.A.S.

The Diesel On-Highway Certificate program is designed to introduce a student to the field of heavy-duty on-highway diesel technology applications.  Students will learn to work on a variety of Class 7 and 8 heavy-duty truck systems.  Successful completion of the certificate will prepare a student for a career as an entry-level diesel technician troubleshooting and repairing medium/heavy duty on-highway trucks for a fleet or dealer.  The academic part of the degree places a student in a better position for possible future career advancement.  A student can start the degree program in any semester.

Notes:

• A student can start the degree program in any semester.  It is advised, but not required, that students take FYEX-1110  and either ENGL-1210  or MATH-1170  in the summer term prior to starting the Diesel Technology Program.
• A grade of ‘C’ or better is required in all courses to receive the degree.  Co-requisite classes must be taken together.  Attendance is 25 percent of the final grade.