Diesel Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician Certificate (DE11)

The Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems Technician certificate program provides the student with training for becoming an entry level diesel electrical/electronic systems technician. The topics presented include diesel shop safety and tool use, basic electrical and electronics theory, starting and charging systems, and electronic controls and accessory systems.

Employment Opportunities

Diesel equipment technicians work in a variety of different types of repair shops or in the field performing repairs on heavy trucks or diesel equipment and engines for customers. Repairs often involve the technician using a variety of tools and specialized equipment. In recent times computerized diagnostic equipment is used in virtually all facets of the repair process. Diesel technicians are often paid an hourly wage, however, overtime hours often paid at time and a half are readily available. As a result, diesel technicians can make a higher annual wage than their hourly rate would indicate.

Admissions Criteria

  • Submit a completed application and application fee;
  • Be at least 16 years of age;
  • Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
  • Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
  • Meet the following assessment requirements:
Test Reading Writing Numerical Algebra
Accuplacer 55 60 34 NA
Accuplacer (Next Gen) 224 236 229 NA
Compass 70 32 26 NA
SAT 16 15 18 NA
SAT 270 280 310 NA
ACT 14 13 14 NA
ASSET 37 38 32 NA
PSAT 16 15 18 NA
GED NA 145 145 NA
TABE 461 NA 442 NA

Diesel Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician Certificate Curriculum

The curriculum for the Diesel Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician Certificate program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program in the fall or spring semester. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 10 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 290 contact hours and generally takes 1 semester to complete.

Program Courses

Occupational Courses (10 Credits)

DIET 1000Intro to Diesel Technology

3

DIET 1010Electrical and Electronic Systems

7

Or

DIET 1011Diesel Electrical and Electronic Systems

4

And

DIET 1012Diesel Electrical

3

DIET 1000: “C” or higher grade is required for this course.

Program Costs

Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $1,000

Fees ($370 per semester): $370

Books/Supplies: $800

Course Supply Fees:

  • DIET 1000: $20
  • DIET 1010: $20
  • DIET 1011: $20

(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)