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Diesel Technician

Technical Diploma 32-412-1

www.cvtc.edu
1-800-547-2882

Start Dates: August

Effective: August 2025

First Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
412-305 Chassis I 5 1st 8 Weeks | Program student; Corequisite: 412-306 This course will introduce the student to the diesel/heavy duty truck repair business. Vehicle safety, driving practices, truck servicing, and wheel end repair, along with hydraulic brakes, air brakes, and air brake systems will be the subject material. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-305
Title: Chassis I
Credits: 5
Prerequisites/Comments: 1st 8 Weeks | Program student; Corequisite: 412-306 This course will introduce the student to the diesel/heavy duty truck repair business. Vehicle safety, driving practices, truck servicing, and wheel end repair, along with hydraulic brakes, air brakes, and air brake systems will be the subject material. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-306 Chassis II 5 2nd 8 Weeks | Corequisite: 412-305 This course will study front-end geometry, alignment, steering, and suspensions as it pertains to light- and heavy-duty trucks. Also studied will be clutches, drivelines, coupling, and 5th wheel operation. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-306
Title: Chassis II
Credits: 5
Prerequisites/Comments: 2nd 8 Weeks | Corequisite: 412-305 This course will study front-end geometry, alignment, steering, and suspensions as it pertains to light- and heavy-duty trucks. Also studied will be clutches, drivelines, coupling, and 5th wheel operation. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-345 Basic DC Electricity 2 Program student This course introduces the student to DC electrical and electronic circuitry as it applies to heavy-duty trucks. The course will focus on characteristics of electricity, series circuits, parallel circuits, soldering, Ohm's Law, meter usage/application, and relay operation. These skills will be practiced on training boards in a controlled lab setting. A digital volt/Ohm meter is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-345
Title: Basic DC Electricity
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student This course introduces the student to DC electrical and electronic circuitry as it applies to heavy-duty trucks. The course will focus on characteristics of electricity, series circuits, parallel circuits, soldering, Ohm's Law, meter usage/application, and relay operation. These skills will be practiced on training boards in a controlled lab setting. A digital volt/Ohm meter is required by each student in this course.
412-360 Diesel Fundamentals 1 Corequisite: 412-305, 412-306, 412-345 Diesel Fundamentals is an introduction to shop safety and common shop practices utilized in the diesel industry, and the Diesel Technician program. Students will learn proper shop procedures, safety practices, tool usage, and service manual usage. The skills learned by the students will be directly applied during the Diesel Technician program and throughout their career.
Course #: 412-360
Title: Diesel Fundamentals
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: Corequisite: 412-305, 412-306, 412-345 Diesel Fundamentals is an introduction to shop safety and common shop practices utilized in the diesel industry, and the Diesel Technician program. Students will learn proper shop procedures, safety practices, tool usage, and service manual usage. The skills learned by the students will be directly applied during the Diesel Technician program and throughout their career.
442-316 Related Welding for Diesel 2 Program student The purpose of this course is to help the students acquire the basic welding skills in oxyacetylene welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). It is a hands-on self-paced learning environment to learn basic welding skills and safe welding practices.
Course #: 442-316
Title: Related Welding for Diesel
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student The purpose of this course is to help the students acquire the basic welding skills in oxyacetylene welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). It is a hands-on self-paced learning environment to learn basic welding skills and safe welding practices.
801-357 Applied Written/Job Seek Comm 1   This course emphasizes the importance of effective workplace writing and the practical components of job-seeking skills. Students will acquire practical, business-related skills through reading, writing, revising, and grammar exercises. Additionally, they will polish a resume, practice their interview skills, explore a company's background, assess and refine their personal career goals, and establish a purpose for writing in their career field.
Course #: 801-357
Title: Applied Written/Job Seek Comm
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments:   This course emphasizes the importance of effective workplace writing and the practical components of job-seeking skills. Students will acquire practical, business-related skills through reading, writing, revising, and grammar exercises. Additionally, they will polish a resume, practice their interview skills, explore a company's background, assess and refine their personal career goals, and establish a purpose for writing in their career field.
  Total Credits: 16  
Total Credits: 16

Second Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
412-307 Chassis Electrical 5 412-306; Corequisite: 412-308, 412-309 This course will study all aspects of electrical systems found on heavy-duty trucks. Battery testing, lighting, starting, charging, in-dash controls, schematic interpretation, and troubleshooting techniques using a digital multi-meter will be practiced. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-307
Title: Chassis Electrical
Credits: 5
Prerequisites/Comments: 412-306; Corequisite: 412-308, 412-309 This course will study all aspects of electrical systems found on heavy-duty trucks. Battery testing, lighting, starting, charging, in-dash controls, schematic interpretation, and troubleshooting techniques using a digital multi-meter will be practiced. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-308 Mechanical Gear Trains 4 412-306; Corequisite: 412-307, 412-309 This course introduces the student to rear axle, power divider, and manual transmission concepts. The student will study gear ratios, gear types, gear train configurations, failure analysis, standard servicing requirements, and practice the rebuilding techniques for each major brand. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-308
Title: Mechanical Gear Trains
Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Comments: 412-306; Corequisite: 412-307, 412-309 This course introduces the student to rear axle, power divider, and manual transmission concepts. The student will study gear ratios, gear types, gear train configurations, failure analysis, standard servicing requirements, and practice the rebuilding techniques for each major brand. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-309 Heavy Duty HVAC 3 Program student; 412-306; Corequisite: 412-307, 412-308 This course is designed to familiarize the student with basic air conditioning/heating concepts and diagnostic procedures as used with heavy-duty trucks and other heavy equipment. The course will focus on A/C concepts, federal and state requirements, component operation, controls, and service procedures such as recovery, evacuation, and charging. Transport refrigeration diagnostic concepts and service procedures as used on refrigerated trailers will also be studied. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-309
Title: Heavy Duty HVAC
Credits: 3
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 412-306; Corequisite: 412-307, 412-308 This course is designed to familiarize the student with basic air conditioning/heating concepts and diagnostic procedures as used with heavy-duty trucks and other heavy equipment. The course will focus on A/C concepts, federal and state requirements, component operation, controls, and service procedures such as recovery, evacuation, and charging. Transport refrigeration diagnostic concepts and service procedures as used on refrigerated trailers will also be studied. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
804-360 Math for Technical Trades 2   This course prepares learners to apply fundamental mathematic concepts to real-world trade-based scenarios. Math for Technical Trades is an applied technical math course. The course includes arithmetic, measurement calculation, formula manipulation, basic geometry, right triangle trigonometry, and interpretation of visual displays of data, with an emphasis on contextualized technical applications.
Course #: 804-360
Title: Math for Technical Trades
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This course prepares learners to apply fundamental mathematic concepts to real-world trade-based scenarios. Math for Technical Trades is an applied technical math course. The course includes arithmetic, measurement calculation, formula manipulation, basic geometry, right triangle trigonometry, and interpretation of visual displays of data, with an emphasis on contextualized technical applications.
809-351 Occupational Relations 2   This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the human relations skills necessary to succeed in a total quality work environment. This will include workplace trends, team-building skills, customer and co-worker relations, attitude and motivation, safety and stress management, diversity, employment law, and financial and benefits planning.
Course #: 809-351
Title: Occupational Relations
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the human relations skills necessary to succeed in a total quality work environment. This will include workplace trends, team-building skills, customer and co-worker relations, attitude and motivation, safety and stress management, diversity, employment law, and financial and benefits planning.
  Total Credits: 16  
Total Credits: 16

Summer Term
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
412-380 Diesel Internship 1 48 hours | Program student This course is designed to provide the student with a purposeful occupational experience in the medium/heavy truck field. Each internship is an individualized experience. A training plan is created for each student in conjunction with the training site and CVTC Diesel Technician Program to provide experience related to the skills and knowledge acquired in the program. Student must be in 4th semester status.
Course #: 412-380
Title: Diesel Internship
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: 48 hours | Program student This course is designed to provide the student with a purposeful occupational experience in the medium/heavy truck field. Each internship is an individualized experience. A training plan is created for each student in conjunction with the training site and CVTC Diesel Technician Program to provide experience related to the skills and knowledge acquired in the program. Student must be in 4th semester status.
  Total Credits: 1  
Total Credits: 1

Fourth Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
412-310 Diesel Engine Oper & Tune-up 4 412-309; Corequisite: 412-311, 412-312 This course will introduce the student to the mechanical diesel engine. The student will study engine operating fundamentals, basic theory of combustion, mechanical controls, and fuel injection systems. Emphasis will be on engine tune-up and testing with proper diagnostic procedures. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-310
Title: Diesel Engine Oper & Tune-up
Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Comments: 412-309; Corequisite: 412-311, 412-312 This course will introduce the student to the mechanical diesel engine. The student will study engine operating fundamentals, basic theory of combustion, mechanical controls, and fuel injection systems. Emphasis will be on engine tune-up and testing with proper diagnostic procedures. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-311 Applied Mobile Hydraulics 2 412-309; Corequisite: 412-310, 412-312 This course will provide the application of basic hydraulic principles into typical mobile hydraulic circuits. The student will experience activities with basic hydraulic components including, disassembly and assembly of valves, pump, and cylinder. Servicing and preventive maintenance will be performed on trucks and other equipment. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-311
Title: Applied Mobile Hydraulics
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 412-309; Corequisite: 412-310, 412-312 This course will provide the application of basic hydraulic principles into typical mobile hydraulic circuits. The student will experience activities with basic hydraulic components including, disassembly and assembly of valves, pump, and cylinder. Servicing and preventive maintenance will be performed on trucks and other equipment. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-312 Intro to Electronic Control 4 412-309; Corequisite: 412-310, 412-311 This course will introduce the student to the basic electronic control systems that are integrated into the modern heavy -duty truck. The student will study electronic engine systems and electronic transmission systems. Schematic interpretation, troubleshooting techniques using a digital multi-meter, service manual and scan tools will be practiced. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-312
Title: Intro to Electronic Control
Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Comments: 412-309; Corequisite: 412-310, 412-311 This course will introduce the student to the basic electronic control systems that are integrated into the modern heavy -duty truck. The student will study electronic engine systems and electronic transmission systems. Schematic interpretation, troubleshooting techniques using a digital multi-meter, service manual and scan tools will be practiced. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-320 Diesel Equipment Service Mgmt 2   This course provides the student with practical aspects of managing a fleet or repair business. Special concentration is placed on current OEM software, preventive maintenance, DOT annual inspections, OSHA, DNR/EPA laws and regulations. Course work will be presentations, written reports, and computer lab work.
Course #: 412-320
Title: Diesel Equipment Service Mgmt
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments:   This course provides the student with practical aspects of managing a fleet or repair business. Special concentration is placed on current OEM software, preventive maintenance, DOT annual inspections, OSHA, DNR/EPA laws and regulations. Course work will be presentations, written reports, and computer lab work.
412-350 Mobile Hydraulic Concepts 1 1st 8 Weeks | Corequisite: 412-311 This course will provide the basic concepts of hydraulic principles that are found in typical mobile hydraulic circuits. The student will learn the components, related math, symbols, schematics, fitting, operations, and maintenance of the hydraulic systems.
Course #: 412-350
Title: Mobile Hydraulic Concepts
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: 1st 8 Weeks | Corequisite: 412-311 This course will provide the basic concepts of hydraulic principles that are found in typical mobile hydraulic circuits. The student will learn the components, related math, symbols, schematics, fitting, operations, and maintenance of the hydraulic systems.
458-307 CDL License Training-Online 2 2nd 8 Weeks | Program student Provides current rules and regulations training regarding driving a tractor-trailer through online delivery.
Course #: 458-307
Title: CDL License Training-Online
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 2nd 8 Weeks | Program student Provides current rules and regulations training regarding driving a tractor-trailer through online delivery.
806-342 Science for Technical Trades 2 804-360 or 804-134 Provides an introduction to basic physical principles involved in precision measurement, mechanics, hydraulics, thermodynamics, and electronics to students. Practical utilization of these principles in various technologies is analyzed with reinforcement from problem solving and laboratory exercises.
Course #: 806-342
Title: Science for Technical Trades
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: 804-360 or 804-134 Provides an introduction to basic physical principles involved in precision measurement, mechanics, hydraulics, thermodynamics, and electronics to students. Practical utilization of these principles in various technologies is analyzed with reinforcement from problem solving and laboratory exercises.
  Total Credits: 17  
Total Credits: 17

Fifth Semester
Course # Course Title Credits Prerequisites/Comments
412-313 Diesel Engine Overhaul 5 412-312; Corequisite: 412-314, 412-315, 458-308 This course will study heavy-duty diesel engine rebuild. Diagnostic and disassembly procedures, evaluation of worn parts, component rebuilding, reassembly and testing procedures including power concepts and dynamometer run-in. Operation and troubleshooting of cooling and lubrication systems. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-313
Title: Diesel Engine Overhaul
Credits: 5
Prerequisites/Comments: 412-312; Corequisite: 412-314, 412-315, 458-308 This course will study heavy-duty diesel engine rebuild. Diagnostic and disassembly procedures, evaluation of worn parts, component rebuilding, reassembly and testing procedures including power concepts and dynamometer run-in. Operation and troubleshooting of cooling and lubrication systems. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-314 Electronic Diagnostics 4 412-312; Corequisite: 412-313, 412-315, 458-308 This course will advance the student's ability in electronic diagnostics with the use of electronic software for engine and transmission troubleshooting. The student will be using skills learned in the program to diagnose active and inactive codes, system reprogramming, and intermittent codes. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-314
Title: Electronic Diagnostics
Credits: 4
Prerequisites/Comments: 412-312; Corequisite: 412-313, 412-315, 458-308 This course will advance the student's ability in electronic diagnostics with the use of electronic software for engine and transmission troubleshooting. The student will be using skills learned in the program to diagnose active and inactive codes, system reprogramming, and intermittent codes. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
412-315 Preventive Maintenance 1 412-312; Corequisite: 412-313, 412-314, 458-308 This course will offer the student a change to show the instructor his or her ability to perform general and/or major preventive maintenance/repair on a heavy-duty truck. Task may include any area that was covered in the program. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
Course #: 412-315
Title: Preventive Maintenance
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: 412-312; Corequisite: 412-313, 412-314, 458-308 This course will offer the student a change to show the instructor his or her ability to perform general and/or major preventive maintenance/repair on a heavy-duty truck. Task may include any area that was covered in the program. A tool kit is required by each student in this course.
442-318 Related Welding Diesel, Adv 2 Program student; 442-316 The purpose of this course is to help the students acquire advanced welding skills in oxyacetylene welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). It is a hands-on self-paced learning environment to learn advanced welding skills and safe welding practices.
Course #: 442-318
Title: Related Welding Diesel, Adv
Credits: 2
Prerequisites/Comments: Program student; 442-316 The purpose of this course is to help the students acquire advanced welding skills in oxyacetylene welding, Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). It is a hands-on self-paced learning environment to learn advanced welding skills and safe welding practices.
458-308 CDL License Training-Pre-Trip 1 458-307 and (458-309 or 458-310 or concurrent) Provides skills related to earning a CDL for students whose primary career is not driving. Pre-trip inspection procedures and backing exercises.
Course #: 458-308
Title: CDL License Training-Pre-Trip
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: 458-307 and (458-309 or 458-310 or concurrent) Provides skills related to earning a CDL for students whose primary career is not driving. Pre-trip inspection procedures and backing exercises.
458-309 CDL License Training - Lab 1 458-307 and 458-308 or concurrent Provides skills related to earning a CDL for students whose primary career is not driving. Pre-trip inspection, backing, shifting and driving techniques with a tractor trailer are covered.
Course #: 458-309
Title: CDL License Training - Lab
Credits: 1
Prerequisites/Comments: 458-307 and 458-308 or concurrent Provides skills related to earning a CDL for students whose primary career is not driving. Pre-trip inspection, backing, shifting and driving techniques with a tractor trailer are covered.
  Total Credits: 14  
Total Credits: 14

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Minimum Program Credits Required: 64

2.0 Minimum Program Cumulative GPA Required for Graduation
If a student does not enroll in any courses at CVTC for two or more consecutive semesters, the student will be required to reapply with Admissions. Students must abide by any changes in admission requirements and degree requirements.

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