Diesel Power Technology Undergraduate Certificate program highlights

Set yourself apart in the job market with a program that gives you the hands-on experience and industry training you need for successful diesel mechanic and diesel technician careers.

• Gain valuable on-the-job experience. Projects range from transportation maintenance to servicing power generation systems and heavy equipment in industries such as construction, mining, oil and gas, aviation ground support and seafood processing.
• Prepare for ASE certification with the latest industry training. Courses are modeled after corporate training programs and are based on ASE certification standards. UAA’s diesel power technology program is also the only diesel training program offered in Alaska that is accredited by NATEF.
• Receive one-on-one instruction from expert faculty. UAA instructors are Master ASE Certified technicians with many years of industry experience. Classes are small, offering close mentorship and opportunities for one-on-one instruction.
• Work in state-of-the-art facilities. Diesel power technology majors have access to new training modules equipped with the latest in computerized engine control and clean diesel (emission control) technology. You’ll have access to the latest diagnostic equipment for communicating with a wide variety of manufactures, and as part of the required welding courses, you’ll also have access to UAA’s state-of-the-art welding laboratory.
• UAA Auto-Diesel programs partners with local high schools to share knowledge and experience to different levels of education.
• Participate in the UAA Auto-Diesel SkillsUSA club. SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry professionals working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.