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Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician, TCC (DEM1) Technical Certificate of Credit

Campus Locations: Moultrie (Veterans Parkway)

The Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician certificate program provides training in the essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for employment as a maintenance technician on semi-trucks, trailers or other diesel equipment. The topics covered include diesel shop safety, tools and equipment, preventive maintenance procedures, truck brake systems, and truck drive trains.

Length of Program: Two (2) Semesters

Entrance Dates: Beginning of each semester.

Entrance Requirements: Refer to Admissions criteria. Click for Entrance Score Requirements.

Age: Applicant must be 16 years of age or older.

Education: An applicant must be a high school graduate or the equivalent (GED). College transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Program Final Exit Point: Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician, TCC (DEM1)

Credits Required for Graduation: 23 minimum semester hour credits required for graduation

Curriculum Outline (23 hours)
Occupational Courses (23 hours) 23
DIET 1000

This course introduces basic knowledge and skills the student must have to succeed in the Diesel Equipment Technology field. Topics include an overview of diesel powered vehicles, diesel technology safety skills, basic tools and equipment, reference materials, measuring instruments, shop operation, mechanical fasteners, welding safety, and basic welding skills. Classroom and lab experiences on safety, precision measuring, and basic shop practices are highly emphasized.

3
DIET 1020

This course introduces preventive maintenance procedures pertaining to medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: engine systems; cab and hood; heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC); electrical and electronics; frame and chassis.

5
DIET 2010

This course introduces air and hydraulic brake systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks. Classroom theory on brake systems along Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) is strongly emphasized. Topics include: introduction to hydraulic systems and safety; air brakes air supply and system service; air brakes mechanical service; parking brakes; hydraulic brake system and service; hydraulic brakes mechanical service; hydraulic brakes power assist units; anti lock brake systems (ABS) and automatic traction control (ATC); and wheel bearings.

4
DIET 2020

This course introduces drive train systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks. Topics include: clutches, transmissions, drive shafts and universal joints, and drive axles.

4
Electrical Courses Option - 7 credits required 7
DIET 1010

This course introduces students to electrical and electronic systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general electrical system diagnosis, battery diagnosis and repair, starting system diagnosis and repair, charging system diagnosis and repair, lighting system diagnosis and repair, gauges and warning devices, and an introduction and familiarization with electrical and electronic systems.

7
DIET 1011

This course introduces students to diesel electrical and electronic systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: general electrical systems diagnosis; battery diagnosis and repair; starting system diagnosis and repair; and basic lighting diagnosis and repair.

4
DIET 1012

This course continues the study of electrical and electronic systems used on medium/heavy duty trucks and heavy equipment. Topics include: advanced lighting diagnosis; charging system diagnosis and repair; gauges and warning devices; and related electrical systems and diagnosis.

3
Faculty
Willie DeBruce
Program Chair

Automotive Division Chair
School of Industrial Technology
Moultrie Veterans Parkway

(229) 217-4154 | wdebruce@southernregional.edu
800 North Veterans Parkway, Moultrie, GA 31768
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