Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology Powertrain Certificate

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Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology Powertrain Certificate

Contact: (336) 334-4822, ext 50054

This certificate program is designed to introduce students into the Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology industry. It prepares students to work as apprentices under the supervision of a qualified Diesel and Heavy Equipment technician.

Program Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology - Powertrain certificate, the graduate shall be able to:

Repair medium to heavy-duty diesel electrical systems
Repair medium to heavy-duty vehicle brake systems
Repair medium to heavy-duty vehicle suspension and steering systems
Perform preventative maintenance inspections

Fall Semester I

8 Weeks Session 1

TRN 110 Introduction to Transport Technology Credits: 2 ¹

Fall Semester 1 Credits: 2

Spring Semester 1

8 Weeks Session 1

HET 114 Power Trains Credits: 5 ²
TRN 145 Advanced Transportation Electronics Credits: 3 ²

Session 1 Credits: 8

8 Weeks Session 2

HET 231 Medium/Heavy Duty Brake System Credits: 2 ³
HET 232 Medium/Heavy Duty Brake System Lab Credits: 1 ³
HET 233 Suspension and Steering Credits: 4 ³

Session 2 Credits: 7

Spring Semester 1 Credits: 15

Total credit hours required for certificate: 17

Notes:

1. Fall Only First Session
2. Spring Only First Session
3. Spring Only Second Session