Purpose

The purpose of the Diesel Technology program is to provide students with training in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy-duty diesel powered equipment.  Coursework emphasizes diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, air conditioning, and diesel fuel injection systems.  The goal of the program is for graduates to be employable as entry-level technicians in a service shop or dealership.  Typical diesel industry employers include truck and automobile dealerships, trucking, bus, and construction companies; and firms that rent or lease trucks.

Admission Requirement

Students are admitted to the Diesel Technology program through regular college admission procedures (see Admission Regulations section).  Students who complete the required program courses must make a formal application for graduation (see Curricula section).

The Diesel Technology program carries three award options, a one-year Certificate, two-year Certificate, and an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree.  Students pursuing the one-year Certificate are TSI exempt, however, those not meeting TSI requirements are encouraged to enroll in the appropriate developmental course(s).

Students who wish to pursue the two-year Certificate and/or the A.A.S. degree must meet all Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements.

More information can be found on the SWTJC Diesel Technology page.