DIESEL TECHNOLOGY

47.0613 MEDIUM/HEAVY VEHICLE AND TRUCK TECHNOLOGY/TECHNICIAN

(PDE APPROVED PROGRAM OF STUDY)

The Diesel Technology Program is designed to prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the specialized maintenance and repair of trucks, buses, and other commercial and industrial vehicles. This Program includes instruction in diesel engine mechanics, suspension and steering, brake systems, electrical and electronic systems, preventive maintenance inspections, drive trains, HVAC systems, and auxiliary equipment installation and repair.

The Diesel Technology Program includes safety, theory, and general practice. Diesel technicians must like to work with machines and be able to use both hand and power tools. This Program is certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The Program consists of a list of PDE required tasks and additional local or value added tasks.

Specialized Equipment:

Related Occupations /Employment Opportunities:

Personal Qualifications:

Diesel Over-the-

road Trucks

Diesel Engines

Transmissions

Braking Systems

Drive axles

Bus and Truck Mechanic

Diesel Engine Specialist

Industrial Machinery

Mechanic

Automotive Master

Mechanic

Helpers-Installation

Farm Equipment Mechanic

Mechanical and Electronic

Abilities

Physical Stamina

Commercial Driver’s

License

Problem Solving/Trouble

Shooting Skills

Ability to Work

Independently and in

a Team

CAREERS:

Bus & Truck Mechanics & Diesel Engine Specialists

Farm Equipment Mechanics

Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics

Certifications available to qualified students:

Industry Certification	Provider Name
AYES Certificate	Automotive Youth Educational Systems
Certified Safety Inspector, Cat I	Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
S/P2	S/P2
Section 609 Certification for Refrigerant Recycling and Recovery	Mobile Air Conditioning Society Worldwide