Automotive Light Duty Diesel Engine Tech (ALD1)
The light duty diesel engine tech program allows auto service students to pursue a short term training program to learn the basics of maintaining and servicing light duty diesel vehicles and trucks. There will also be an emphasis on electrical/electronic systems diagnosis as well as engine performance and emissions systems.
Employment Opportunities
Light-duty diesel engine technicians specialize in servicing and repairing diesel engines and their associated systems on light-duty diesel vehicles. These vehicles have surged in popularity within the US fleet over the past decade. While many diesel engine systems and principles are akin to those in gasoline vehicles, significant differences exist in the fuel induction and emissions control systems. Technicians with expertise in these areas are highly sought after by dealerships and repair shops that serve this specific segment and their owners.
Employment of diesel service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow 3 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 25,600 openings for diesel service technicians and mechanics are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
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 |
Automotive Light Duty Diesel Engine Tech Curriculum
The curriculum for the Automotive Light Duty Diesel Engine Tech 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 28 semester credit hours and the program generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (28 Credit Hours)
Students may take AUTT 1020 OR AUTT 1021 and AUTT 1022
Program Costs
Tuition/Fees
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(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)