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​​​ Young asian man inspecting diesel big rig truck with certification from Santa Ana College Continuing Education

​​​​​​​​Learn about a Career in Diesel!​​


​​Overview
​This training program prepares you for Santa Ana College's Diesel and Heavy Equipment Program. Get ready for entry-level employment in diesel and heavy equipment. Learn basic skills in light, medium, and heavy-duty truck maintenance. We emphasize safety, inspections, and hands-on practice.

Take High School Math 190 for College and Career Readiness. This will help you learn and apply basic math skills in the context of diesel. Take VBUS 400 Employability Skills or ESL 520 English for Work 2. These teach you soft skills that help working in any diesel job.  

Once you finish this certificate, continue your training at Santa Ana College’s Diesel and Heavy Equipment Program. There you can obtain a more advanced certificate and/or degree.​


​Course Requirements
​​Students must pass the f​​ollowing TWO courses:

VAUTO 670 - Preventative Maintenance Inspection  ​
HSMTH 190 - Math for College and Career Readiness
You must meet with a counselor before enrolling in HSMTH 190.

Students must pass ONE of the following courses:
VBUS 243 - Introduction to Customer Service Skills
VBUS 400 - Employability Skills (VBUS400)
​ESL 520 - English for Work 2 


Participation Requirements​​
  • Students must meet with the Continuing Education Counseling Department before enrollment in this course.  ​​
​ Diesel Icon for maintenance and inspection training and certification available to all California adults​​
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