Diesel Technologies

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DIESEL TECHNOLOGY I Course No. 8613
DIESEL TECHNOLOGY II Course No. 8614

Two years, six credits

Offered through the Advanced Career Education Center at Virginia Randolph

ACE Center at Hermitage instructor: David Osborne

Virginia course title: Diesel Equipment Technology I, Diesel Equipment Technology II.

Students prepare to apply technical knowledge and skills in the field of maintenance and overhaul of equipment. This includes instruction in inspection, maintenance and repair of tracks, wheels, brakes, operating controls, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, electrical/electronics circuitry and engines. These courses are based on the Automotive Service Excellence task list. Work ethics and productivity are an integral part of the classroom and lab activities of these courses.

Students can be certified in:

  • Workplace-readiness.

  • Brakes.

  • Diesel Engines.

  • Electrical/Electronic Systems.

  • Suspension and Steering.

For questions please contact the pre-engineering and industrial careers, agricultural education and JROTC specialist.

Please see your counselor or instructor if you have questions. Click here for more information on this program.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics click here.