In addition to the general education requirements, the associate degree in medium/heavy truck technology is designed to successfully prepare students to enter the diesel-electric medium and heavy-duty transportation industry as an apprentice or helper technician or provide supplementary knowledge for equipment operators and truck drivers. The program provides lecture and lab activities related to heavy-duty vehicle engines, power-train units, steering and suspension components, brakes, electrical, air conditioning, and preventative maintenance inspections. Those working in the industry will be able to improve their competencies in each subject area.
Course Requirements:
DETT 115
| Heavy Duty Mobile Hydraulics
| 5.0
|
DETT 121
| Diesel Engines
| 4.5
|
DETT 132
| Alternative Fuels, Diesel, Emissions, and Zero Emissions Systems
| 5.0
|
DETT 141
| Medium/Heavy Duty Chassis Systems
| 4.5
|
DETT 161
| Electrical/Electronic Systems
| 5.0
|
DETT 181
| Introdution to Preventative Maintenance Inspection
| 5.0
|
Total Units: 29.0
