Diesel Technology Certificate Level 1 Basic and Advanced and A.A.S. (47.0605) Eagle Pass Campus and Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment Certificate Level 1 and A.A.S. Uvalde Campus
Faculty and Staff
Purpose
The purpose of the Diesel Technology program is to provide students with training in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy-duty diesel powered equipment. Coursework emphasizes diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, air conditioning, and diesel fuel injection systems. The goal of the program is for graduates to be employable as entry-level technicians in a diesel engine service shop, dealership or industry.Admission Requirements
Students are admitted to the Diesel Technology program through regular college admission procedures (see Admission Regulations section).Students will receive a Level One Certificate and/or an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree upon satisfactory completion of the program of study and upon making formal application for graduation (See Curricula section). The Diesel Technology Program carries three award options, a Level One Basic Certificate, Level One Advanced Certificate, and an A.A.S. degree. The Level One Certificates are TSI exempt; however, those not meeting TSI requirements are encouraged to enroll in the appropriate developmental course(s).
Students who wish to pursue the A.A.S. degree must meet all Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements.
Program of Study
Diesel Technology - Basic Level 1 Certificate
Program of Study
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 1406 | Diesel Engine I | 4 |
| DEMR 1405 | Basic Electrical Systems | 4 |
| DEMR 1301 | Shop Safety and Procedures | 3 |
| Total | 11 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 13491 | Diesel Engine II | 3 |
| DEMR 1417 | Basic Brake Systems | 4 |
| DEMR 1421 | Power Train I | 4 |
| Total | 11 | |
| Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 22 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Diesel Technology - Advanced Level 1 Certificate
Program of Study
(Prerequisite: Diesel Technology - Basic Level One Certificate)
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 1423 | Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning | |
| (HVAC) Troubleshooting and Repair | 4 | |
| DEMR 1310 | Diesel Engine Testing and Repair I | 3 |
| DEMR 1447 | Power Train II | 4 |
| Total | 11 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 2348 | Failure Analysis | 3 |
| DEMR 2432 | Electronic Controls | 4 |
| DEMR 22811 | Coop Education - Diesel Mechanics | |
| Technology/Technician | 2 | |
| DEMR 1330 | Steering and Supervision I | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
| Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 45 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Diesel Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree
| General Education Courses | Credit | |
|---|---|---|
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Natural Science & Math | 3 | |
| Other | 6 | |
| Total General Education Courses | 15 | |
| Technical Education Courses | 45 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| DEMR 1406 | Diesel Engine I | 4 |
| DEMR 1405 | Basic Electrical Systems | 4 |
| DEMR 1301 | Shop Safety and Procedures | 3 |
| Elective | Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 1349 | Diesel Engine II | 3 |
| DEMR 1417 | Basic Brake Systems | 4 |
| DEMR 1421 | Power Train I | 4 |
| COSC 1301 | Microcomputer Applications | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
Summer Session
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Elective | Speech Communications | 3 |
| Elective | Social and Behavioral Sciences | 3 |
| Total | 6 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 1423 | Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning | |
| (HVAC) Troubleshooting and Repair | 4 | |
| DEMR 1447 | Power Train II | 4 |
| DEMR 1310 | Diesel Engine Testing and Repair I | 3 |
| Elective | College Level Mathematics | 3 |
| Total | 14 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 1330 | Steering and Suspension I | 3 |
| DEMR 2348 | Failure Analysis | 3 |
| DEMR 2432 | Electronic Controls | 4 |
| DEMR 22811 | Cooperative Education - Diesel Mechanics | |
| Technology/Technician | 2 | |
| Total | 12 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Tuition and Fees
Standard tuition and fees are assessed to each student as indicated in Finances section. Lab and uniform fees are also assessed (see Course Descriptions). Each student can also expect to purchase the following required textbooks and tools.
1 Tool Set* (approximate cost) $600
* A tool list will be provided by instructor.
Textbooks (approximate cost) $225
Diesel Technology Catalog Pages
Program of Study Full-Text Catalog Pages (Opens Full Catalog)
Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment Certificate Level 1 and A.A.S. Uvalde Campus
Purpose
The purpose of the Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment Program is to provide students with training in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy diesel-powered equipment. Coursework emphasizes diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical, air conditioning, and diesel fuel injection systems. The goal of the program is for graduates to be employable as entry-level technicians in a heavy equipment diesel engine service shop, dealership, or industry.
Admission Requirements
Students are admitted to the Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment Program through regular college admission procedures (see Admission Regulations section).
Students will receive a Level One Certificate and/or an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree upon satisfactory completion of the program of study and upon making a formal application for graduation (see Curricula section). The Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment Program carries three award options, a Level One Basic Certificate, a Level One Advanced Certificate, and an A.A.S. degree. The Level One Certificates are TSI exempt; however, those not meeting TSI requirements are encouraged to enroll in the appropriate developmental course(s).
Students who wish to pursue the A.A.S. degree must meet all Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements.
Program of Study
Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment - Basic Level 1 Certificate
Program of Study
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 1300π | Learning Framework | |
| or | ||
| COLS 0300 | College Success Skills | |
| DEMR 1305 | Basic Electrical Systems | 3 |
| DEMR 1329 | Preventative Maintenance | 3 |
| DEMR 1317 | Basic Brake Systems | 3 |
| Total | 11 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 14061 | Diesel Engine I | 4 |
| DEMR 1421 | Power Train I | 4 |
| DEMR 1416 | Basic Hydraulics | 4 |
| Total | 12 | |
| Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 21 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
π All students are required to take EDUC 1300 or COLS 0300; however, EDUC 1300/COLS 0300 do not count toward degree requirements.
Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment - Advanced Level 1 Certificate
Program of Study
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| HEMR 1401 | Track and Undercarriage | 4 |
| DEMR 1435 | Automatic Power Shift and | |
| Hydrostatic Transmissions | 4 | |
| DEMR 1423 | Diesel HVAC Troubleshooting & Repair | 4 |
| Total | 11 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 2348 | Failure Analysis | 3 |
| DEMR 2432 | Electronic Controls | 4 |
| DEMR 2335 | Advanced Hydraulics | 3 |
| DEMR 22811 | Cooperative Education - Diesel Mechanics | |
| Technology/Technician | 2 | |
| Total | 12 | |
| Total Credit Hours for Certificate | 24 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment - Associate of Applied Science Degree
| General Education Courses | Credit | |
|---|---|---|
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Natural Science & Math | 3 | |
| Other | 6 | |
| Total General Education Courses | 15 | |
| Technical Education Courses | 45 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Program of Study
First Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 1305 | Basic Electrical Systems | 3 |
| DEMR 1329 | Preventative Maintenance | 3 |
| DEMR 1317 | Basic Brake Systems | 3 |
| Total | 9 |
Spring Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 1406 | Diesel Engine I | 4 |
| DEMR 1421 | Power Train I | 4 |
| DEMR 1416 | Basic Hydraulics | 4 |
| Total | 12 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| HEMR 1401 | Track and Undercarriage | 4 |
| DEMR 1435 | Automatic Power Shift and | |
| Hydrostatic Transmissions | 4 | |
| DEMR 1423 | Diesel HVAC Troubleshooting & Repair | 4 |
| Total | 14 |
Spring Semester
Total Credit Hours for A.A.S.| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| DEMR 2348 | Failure Analysis | 3 |
| DEMR 2432 | Electronic Controls | 4 |
| DEMR 2335 | Advanced Hydraulics | 3 |
| DEMR 22811 | Cooperative Education - Diesel Mechanics | |
| Technology/Technician | 2 | |
| Total | 12 |
Third Year
Fall Semester
| Course Number | Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| PSYC 2301 | General Psychology | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| MATH 1332 | Contemporary Mathematics | 3 |
| SPCH 1321 | Business & Professional Comunication | 3 |
| Elective | Humanities & Fine Arts | 3 |
| Total | 15 | |
| Total Credit Hours for A.A.S. | 60 |
Notes:
- Capstone course that consolidates the student's learning experiences.
Tuition and Fees
Standard tuition and fees are assessed to each student as indicated in Finances section. Lab and uniform fees are also assessed (see Course Descriptions). Each student can also expect to purchase the following required textbooks and tools.
1 Tool Set* (approximate cost) $600
* A tool list will be provided by instructor.
Textbooks (approximate cost) $225
Diesel Technology Specialized in Heavy Equipment Catalog Pages
Program of Study Full-Text Catalog Pages (Opens Full Catalog)
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