Heavy Diesel Construction Technology
Please note that this program is not being offered in 2024-2025.
The Heavy Diesel Construction program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the general maintenance, repair, and overhaul of heavy construction equipment, along with the academic skills to be a valuable employee. Instruction includes foundational courses in theory and hands-on skills practice in safety standards, power trains, diesel engines, and welding.
Specialized courses for diesel construction include instruction in inspection, maintenance, and repair of tracks, wheels, brakes, operating controls, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, electrical circuitry, engines and techniques of welding and brazing. Machines and equipment in the lab include Case wheel loader, loader backhoe, and skid steers. Tier 4 and 3 Fiat engines plus engine cut-aways are provided for skills practice with tear-down, operations and diagnostics. Students are given the option to serve an internship with area dealers and may qualify for company sponsorship for their second term. This program will offer students preparation to test for the industry-recognized credentials listed below.
Program Information
- Required Math Score: Level 4
- Required Reading Score: Level 4
- Program Start (semesters): August; January
- Financial Aid available (for post-secondary students only): Yes
- Veteran Benefits Eligible (for post-secondary students only): Yes
- Industry-recognized credentials: ASE Brakes; ASE Diesel Engines; ASE Electrical/Electronic Systems; ASE Suspension & Steering; OSHA
Certificate Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IND 105 | OSHA - 10 Hr Gen Industry Cert | 1 |
| DEM 111 | Shop Skills & Safety Fundament | 1 |
| DEM 113 | Electrical/Electronic Systems | 5 |
| DEM 116 | Workplace Skills | 1 |
| DEM 123 | Hydraulics | 5 |
| DEM 142 | Welding for Diesel | 3 |
| DEM 144 | Brakes for Construction | 2 |
| DEM 150 | EST Diagnostics | 1 |
| DEM 204 | Advanced Machine Electrical | 4 |
| DEM 221 | Drive Trains | 3 |
| DEM 224 | Advanced Hydraulic Systems | 3 |
| DEM 231 | Diesel Engines I | 5 |
| DEM 241 | Advanced Diesel Engines | 5 |
| DEM 244 | Heavy Equipment Operation | 2 |
| DEM 250 | Engine Performance | 2 |
| DEM 252 | Power Trains for Construction | 3 |
| DEM 268 | Aux Power Units/Refrigeration | 2 |
| DEM 274 | Diesel Preventative Maintenanc | 3 |
| Total Hours | 51 | |