Industrial Diesel
The nation’s economy hums along the interstate highways on 18 wheels. Farm equipment is powered by diesel engines as well. Trained diesel mechanics are in high demand. In this program, you will focus on diesel engine work and heavy equipment maintenance and repair. This program is an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified program.
Skills Learned
- Adjustment, Maintenance & Repair of Over-the-Road Trucks & Trailers
- Repair Diesel Engines & Computer Diagnostics
- Related Instruction includes Electrical, Hydraulic, Power Trains, Brakes & Welding
- Safety Standards
- Basic Tool Usage
- Safety Procedures
- Complete disassembly and reassembly of a running diesel engine
- Basic Electrical taught on Freightliner training boards
- Drive train modules
- Preventative maintenance routines on heavy truck & trailer
College Credits
Owens Community College and Stark State College
Credentials
- ASE Certifications
Program Highlights
- Troubleshoot, repair, and assemble diesel engines
- Rebuilding Kubota diesel engine
- Fully equiped tire repair shop-mounting, balance & repair
- Truck & Trailer alignment
- Lift system to learn preventive maintenance
Career Focus
Prepared for further education and immediate employment in mechanized equipment.
Opportunities:
- New Equipment Dealerships
- Truck Stop/Emergency Road Technician
- Parts Department Salesperson
- Truck Rental
- Truck Driver
- Agricultural Equipment Technician
- Repair Technician
- Service Department Manager
- Engine Diagnostic Technician
- Transit Technician
