Academic Programs

Overview

The Diesel Technology degree prepares future Technicians for the ever-changing diesel industry. Today, Diesel Technicians are in high demand. Individuals will learn to overhaul engine assemblies, troubleshoot electrical systems, operate diagnostic software devices, and work on air conditioning systems. They will learn about hydraulics, powertrains, fuel injection systems, and have the opportunity to experience how these systems work together to drive the diesel industry.Service department operations, computerized diagnostics, and GPS system operations also help prepare individuals for leadership roles in the diesel industry. Through the summer internship, students gain an understanding of how these courses blend together in the workplace. During their second year of the program, students accelerate their understanding and capabilities. Come join an ever-changing industry where countless opportunities are there for ambitious and driven individuals.

Locations

Canby

Course Number Course Title Credits
Course Number
 
Course Title
General Education
Credits
15
Fall - Year 1
Course Number
Course Title
Diesel Engine Theory
Credits
3
Course Number
Course Title
Diesel Engine Lab
Credits
4
Course Number
Course Title
Electrical Theory
Credits
2
Course Number
Course Title
Electrical Lab
Credits
2
Course Number
Course Title
Fuel Injection Principles
Credits
3
Course Number
Course Title
Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
Credits
3
 
Credits - Fall
Credits
17
Spring - Year 1
Course Number
Course Title
Powertrain Principles
Credits
2
Course Number
Course Title
Powertrain Lab
Credits
3
Course Number
Course Title
Hydraulics Theory and Application
Credits
3
Course Number
Course Title
Advanced Powertrain Theory
Credits
3
Course Number
Course Title
Advanced Powertrain Lab
Credits
4
 
 Credits - Spring
Credits
15
Summer - Year 1
Course Number
Course Title
Internship
Credits
4
 
Credits - Summer
Credits
4
 
Total Credits - Year 1
Credits
36
Fall - Year 2
Course Number
Course Title
Service Department Operations & Procedures  
Credits
3
Course Number
Course Title
Fuel Systems Theory
Credits
5
Course Number
Course Title
Fuel Systems Lab
Credits
5
 
Credits - Fall
Credits
13
Spring - Year 2
Course Number
Course Title
Diesel Welding
Credits
3
Course Number
Course Title
Advanced Diesel
Credits
4
Course Number
Course Title
Advanced Engine Lab
Credits
5
Course Number
Course Title
Diesel Engine Control Systems
Credits
3
Course Number
Course Title
Computerized Diagnostics
Credits
2
Course Number
Course Title
GPS Systems Operations
Credits
2
 
Credits - Spring
Credits
19
 
TOTAL CREDITS
Credits
72
  General Education 15
Fall - Year 1
DSL 1100 Diesel Engine Theory 3
DSL 1105 Diesel Engine Lab 4
DSL 1110 Electrical Theory 2
DSL 1115 Electrical Lab 2
DSL 1135 Fuel Injection Principles 3
DSL 1142 Heating and Air Conditioning Systems 3
  Credits - Fall 17
Spring - Year 1
DSL 1120 Powertrain Principles 2
DSL 1125 Powertrain Lab 3
DSL 1130 Hydraulics Theory and Application 3
DSL 2106 Advanced Powertrain Theory 3
 DSL 2111 Advanced Powertrain Lab 4
   Credits - Spring 15
Summer - Year 1
DSL 1150 Internship 4
  Credits - Summer 4
  Total Credits - Year 1 36
Fall - Year 2
DSL 2131 Service Department Operations & Procedures   3
DSL 2136 Fuel Systems Theory 5
DSL 2137 Fuel Systems Lab 5
  Credits - Fall 13
Spring - Year 2
DSL 1170 Diesel Welding 3
DSL 2145 Advanced Diesel 4
DSL 2150 Advanced Engine Lab 5
DSL 2155 Diesel Engine Control Systems 3
DSL 2180 Computerized Diagnostics 2
DSL 2190 GPS Systems Operations 2
  Credits - Spring 19
  TOTAL CREDITS 72

Notes: The 15 General Education Electives must be selected from 3 of the 10 Goal Areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum.

General Education electives from: English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, Natural Science, Art, Foreign Language, Literature, Music, Philosophy, Theatre, Western Civilization, Economics, Geography, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.