Diesel Equipment Technology

Program Goals

All Transportation Technology students will:

• Earn National Skills Certificates, i.e. National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) and PA Skills Certificates.
• Successfully transition into a 1st career job and/or related post-secondary training.
• Be proficient in their career major and demonstrate proficiency through hands-on performance and theoretical testing.

Program Description

• Use the same advanced diagnostic equipment and repair equipment as master technicians to troubleshoot and repair commercial vehicle systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspection on medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
• Maintain and operate today’s high tech vehicle’s computer systems.

Employment Opportunities

• Diesel Truck Line Mechanic
• Equipment/Parts Salesperson
• Industrial/Farm Equipment Mechanic
• Marine Mechanic
• Power Generation Mechanic
• Preventive Maintenance Mechanic
• Suspension/Driveline Specialist