Diesel Powered Equipment Technology Program
Division of Technical Studies
Program Mission
The mission of the Diesel Power Equipment Technology Program is to provide specialized classroom instruction and practical shop experience to prepare individuals for employment as an entry-level diesel technician.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Diesel Powered Equipment Technology Program will be able to:
- Contribute to a safe work environment through the application of appropriate operational and safety practices.
- Repair engine-related problems leveraging engine systems knowledge.
- Troubleshoot wiring, charging, and starting problems through interpretation of schematics/data and application of common industry tools.
- Service mobile air-conditioning systems.
- Troubleshoot chassis, brakes, and suspension problems by evaluating computerized systems and interpreting fault codes.
Student achievement related to Program Learning Outcomes is assessed systematically and results are made available on the Program Review webpage.
Campuses/Sites Offered
- Sullivan Campus (Bogalusa)
Programmatic Accreditation
- National Automotive Technician’s Education Foundation (NATEF).
Technical Diploma in Diesel Powered Equipment Technician
The following criteria must be satisfied towards completion of the Technical Diploma:
Code | Title | Hours |
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Required Courses (listed below) | 26 | |
Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) in Diesel Equipment Technology | 24 | |
Total Hours | 50 |
Required Courses:
Code | Title | Hours |
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DPET 1310 | Introduction to Power Trains | 2 |
DPET 1320 | Transmissions | 3 |
DPET 1330 | Differentials | 2 |
DPET 2110 | Basic Hydraulics | 2 |
DPET 2130 | Brakes | 4 |
DPET 2140 | Fundamentals of Steering | 3 |
DPET 2210 | Fundamentals of Suspension | 3 |
DPET 2220 | Air Conditioning | 3 |
DPET 2240 | Diesel Preventive Maintenance | 4 |
Total Hours | 26 |
Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) in Diesel Engine Technician:
Code | Title | Hours |
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DPET 1130 | Safety Skills, Intro Diesel En | 4 |
DPET 1140 | Engines I | 3 |
DPET 1141 | Engines II | 3 |
DPET 1231 | Diesel Engine Control Systems | 3 |
DPET 1210 | Basic Diesel Electrical System | 4 |
DPET 1220 | Advanced Diesel Electrical Sys | 4 |
DPET 1150 | General Engine Diagnostics | 3 |
Total Hours | 24 |
Additional Exit Points:
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Technical Studies
The highest exit point in the Diesel Powered Equipment Technology program is the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Technical Studies. To qualify, students must complete the General Education Core and the Technical Diploma (TD) in Diesel Powered Equipment Technician. Requirements for exit points and completion are outlined below.
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
General Education Core | 15 | |
Technical Diploma in Diesel Powered Equipment Technician | 50 | |
Total Hours | 65 |
Career and Technical Certificate (CTC) in Diesel A/C Technician:
Code | Title | Hours |
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DPET 1130 | Safety Skills, Intro Diesel En | 4 |
DPET 2220 | Air Conditioning | 3 |
Total Hours | 7 |
Special Comments:
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Anticipated program length for the completion of the highest level exit point is 2 years.
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Program requirements must be completed with a programmatic grade point average of 2.0 or higher and grade of "C" or higher in all applicable coursework.
Career Information
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